Resultados Editorial "Spoken Realms" en Literatura y ficción

For one beast of burden here was hope in a career change. He wished to travel to Bremen to become the town musician. Along the way he found three other aging animals that use the wisdom of their collective years to extend their lives and enhance their circumstances. When they all sang together the "result" was undeniably life changing. A classic narrated by Glenn Hascall.

The classic story of The Three Bears retold in something akin to campfire or cowboy poetry. Humor touches the tale in all the right places, and the encounter with Goldenhair makes Papa think his little bear might just grow up to be a fine, upstanding bear. A delightful listen.

Tom Swift and His Air Glider by Victor Appleton, volume 12 of the Tom Swift series, takes our hero to Siberia in search of a long lost platinum mine. In order to accomplish this, the young inventor invents an "air glider" that (don't try this at home) operates best in a hurricane. In this episode instead of his arch rival Andy Foger, the Czarists provide the intrigue as they attempt to capture Tom and his friends.

Tom Swift in the Land of Wonders volume 20 in the Tom Swift series by Victor Appleton. In this volume Tom and his friends are in the Honduran jungle in search of a Golden Idol. Our hero thwarts the bad guys, find the idol, and he gets the girl. A fun escape for the listener to those thrilling days of yesteryear, when "electric" rifles in the near future were a distinct possibility.

This is the tale of two distinguished snails whose adopted son is in need of a wife. The mother and father snail believe they know more about life than any creature, but accept the help of ant and gnat to find a wife for their son. A short tale of whimsy and delight from the pen of Hans Christian Andersen.

The Cobbler was not known as an intelligent man. The common thought was tested when he came into some money. Would he prove wise or would his decision making prove something different? A classic short fable from the author of The Brownies. Narrated by Glenn Hascall.

This memorable tale written by the author of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz follows a mannequin who is brought to life by a mischievous elf. More modern stories bear a resemblance to this story as audiences are encouraged to suspend belief and follow the lives and times of inanimate objects.

This short fable from Hans Christian Andersen speaks to the end of the glory of growth and the coming of spring. Those who have enjoyed the warmth and growth lament what they believe to be death and destruction.

Blacky the Crow is a mischief maker. He has very sharp eyes and sees things he shouldn't. They often get him into trouble. Blacky loves eggs. One day he discovers that Hooty the Owl and Mrs. Hooty have laid eggs in a nest when there is still snow on the ground. Blacky devises a plan with his fellow crows to steal them. Later, we find out that Blacky has a good side too. As with all Thornton W. Burgess books, there are positive messages for young listeners.

If you've ever wondered what a cat thinks then this classic story is for you. The commentary is engaging and often humorous. You may never see your cat in the same way again. Narrated by Glenn Hascall.

Author L. Frank Baum crafted a series of stories that took Mother Goose rhymes and created full stories as fun companions to the rhymes. When Baum wasn’t writing his Wizard of Oz stories, this was a way for him to create meaningful stories. Take a trip with Humpty Dumpty and Coutchie-Coulou as they leave the nest for a human kingdom. A memorable short story narrated by Glenn Hascall.

Thirty-seven wonderful short tales of historical figures and events, especially and charmingly written for children.

A short fable from acclaimed author Hans Christian Andersen. In this memorable tale, Andersen tackles the subject of prejudice by looking at the subject through the eyes of an apple branch that assumes he is superior to the dandelion. This story may be viewed as both great story as well as a powerful object lesson.

Classic author Amy Steedman delivers a memorable retelling of the story of David, the shepherd boy that would be Israel's most famous king. From the sheepfolds to the palace, from Golaith's taunts to the shepherd's faith.

After her beloved mother dies, young Ella's father remarries, believing he is doing the best he can. However, the new baroness of the house and her two horrible, jealous, and spiteful daughters decide to make Ella their house slave and have her catering to their every demand. When a young prince holds a grand ball for all in the town, Ella is instructed that she must stay home. Hearing her sobs, Ella's fairy godmother arrives and transforms her and a few of the local wildlife into a vision fit for a king!

A timeless Christmas story - ideal for children and adults alike to enjoy or reminisce. Saint Nicholas, reindeer, snow, fireside, gifts...all there and beautifully narrated in a classic British manner by Phillip J. Mather.

Not to be confused with the classic poem, this short story is a delightful bit of storytelling about the many babes in the wood. This not only includes children, but also beetles, ants, spiders, and - wasps. Educations and just plain fun for the child in all of us.

Reddy and Granny Fox must outsmart Farmer Brown's Boy who is out to get Reddy for stealing his pet chicken. Along the way, Reddy encounters many of the citizens of the Green Meadows and the Green Forest and with him we learn little lessons about life such as: the perils of being a show off; the importance of using all of one's senses; that it is a fine thing to show sympathy and kindness to others - even our enemies; and that the value of a grandmother's wisdom is inestimable.

In the tradition of the Brothers Grimm, Joseph Jacobs collected folk tales that provide a rich tradition in fables. This memorable short story bears strong parallels to Hansel and Gretel, and was collected in the same century as the Brothers Grimm. Follow Johnny and his sister Grizzle as they face the hardest of times to find their way home.

Before Toy Story warmed our hearts with toys coming to life after their children left the room, Raggedy Ann was the first to show the exciting and endearing world of a toy's life. Join lovable Raggedy Ann and her friends as they venture on amazing adventures together, inspiring good morals, friendship, and joy to young listeners.