Classic Adaptation

This charming collection of Grimms’ Fairy Tales includes Rapunzel, Frederick and Catherine, Sweetheart Roland, Snowdrop (Snow White), The Pink and Clever Elsie. Grimms’ Fairy Tales was first published in Germany in 1812 as Kinder und Hausmärchen. This series of recordings is based on the original 1823 English translation by Edgar Taylor, with subsequent editing by Marian Edwardes.

Kovalyov wakes one morning to discover that his nose has disappeared! It has mysteriously found its way into a loaf of bread on the barber Yokovlevich's breakfast table. The barber tries to get rid of it, but when Kovalyov steps out onto the St Petersburg streets, he finds his nose, now the size of a human, wearing a gold-embroidered uniform and travelling around in a carriage....

Delightfully told in original verse, this charming story takes place in the middle of the forest where a tower stands, a tower with neither stairs nor door and at the top of which lives a lovely young woman with flowing hair. When a handsome prince discovers her trapped there, he tries to rescue young Rapunzel, unaware of the witch who put her in the predicament in the first place.

Hey-ho, hey-ho! Father-daughter duo Jeremy and Hermione Tankard are thrilled to deliver the second book in this heartfelt, “humerus” series! This is a full-cast audio adaptation of the graphic novel from authors Jeremy and Hermione Tankard, performed by Gary Furlong, Maxwell Glick, Joel Froomkin, Morag Sims, Shiromi Arserio, Justine Eyre, and Alister Austin, and featuring a full sound design!

Homer's epic poem in plain English, from the origin of the Siege of Troy, the deaths of Hector, Achilles, and Paris through to the Trojan Horse and the rescue of Helen, "the face that launched a thousand ships." Children and adults alike will enjoy this re-telling of this classic Greek legend of the Trojan War.

This audiobook for children is a brand-new version of Hans Christian Andersen's "Snow Queen". It is at once exciting, enchanting, and educational - an ideal fairy tale to listen to as a bedtime story over several evenings! It is the perfect story to capture a child's imagination while at the same time it offers a perfect starting point in the world of classic literature for children.

Specchio, specchio delle mie Brame, chi è la più bella del reame? Lo sanno tutti...

A beautiful adaptation highlighting the humor of the mechanicals, the magic of the fairies, and the vitality of the lovers, without losing the essence of the language. Perfect for students, teachers, and theaters alike. Making Shakespeare more accessible (including for those with additional needs). A supplement for understanding the Shakespeare, a fast track to understanding the plot and language.

Plain English Shakespeare adapts and abridges Shakespeare's classic plays presenting them in shorter versions in plain English. In this case All's Well That Ends Well is performed in 13 minutes. This conversion from Shakespearian language to today’s English, makes it easier to grasp the narrative structure of the play and appreciate Shakespeare's incredible gift for storytelling. This can be helpful for a younger audience, for those who are newer to the Shakespeare canon and for those who simply looking for a fresh approach to the great works of Shakespeare.

C'era una volta una strega cattiva e dispettosa e un principe bellissimo, che a causa della magia della megera, è diventato un ranocchio brutto, grasso e triste...

The Brothers Grimm relay the story of a woman who was never satisfied even though her wishes were granted over and over again. When she dared to become as like God she discovers that contentment comes when you learn to like what you have and stop loving what you don't. A wonderful short story from the world of Grimm. Narrated by Glenn Hascall.

This little milkmaid has a bucket of milk on her head and some big plans on her mind. That is not, she finds, a good combination. "The Milkmaid and Her Pail," is one of Aesop's best known fables. In this retelling, master storyteller Rand Whipple creates a loveable young dreamer who can't manage to find the right word for 'milk' much less the way to make it safely to market with her goods.

¡La mágica y eterna historia de "La Hija De La Virgen María" contada en rimas para deleite de los chicos! ¡Las hermosas ilustraciones se podrán encontrar en el interior del libro! ¡Disfrute de la lectura!

After ten long years of war and the fall of Troy, Greek hero Odysseus sets sail for his homeland. His voyage, however, is destined to take much longer than he expects. During his eventful journey, Odysseus comes across all sorts of monsters and mythical creatures and loses his ships and crew. When he finally reaches his beloved island, he finds his queen besieged by suitors who claim his throne. What tricks will Penelope resort to in her effort to avoid them?

Get to know Tom Sawyer and his friends as he gets into all kinds of shenanigans on the Mississippi River. In addition to being a fun experience, this beautifully narrated story teaches about friendship and knowing when to do the right thing. This adapted and condensed version of the tale by Mark Twain will introduce young audiences to the beloved characters from the original and give them a taste of the adventure-filled classic.

Enjoy this fantastic edition of The Adventures of Alice in Wonderland, voiced by the brilliant comedian, actor and impressionist Bobby Davro. This retelling of a classic tale, adapted by the renowned producer Mike Bennett, will have you fully immersed in a wonderfully astonishing world of fantasy.

🌟 AMORATA: The Love Songs of Lysia of Laodicea 🌟 Discover the long-lost poetry collection that captivated Regency hearts—including the proud Mr. Darcy himself. Recently rediscovered and beautifully translated, these timeless verses from ancient Greece speak directly to modern hearts about the eternal struggle between love and pride. When a mysterious volume appears in a Meryton bookshop, its passionate declarations and witty observations on love capture the attention of the town's most discerning readers. Written by Lysia of Laodicea, a Greek poetess who dared to challenge social ...

Cursed by an angry fairy, the little princess Briar Rose is doomed to a life spent in eternal slumber - until one day when a handsome prince happens to pass by the kingdom. Can his love break the spell and rescue Briar Rose from her sleeping reverie?

This legendary and tragic tale of two lovers and their death has seen numerous variations over many centuries, and some say influenced the story of Lancelot and Guinevere.

Historians suggest that it originally comes from the 12th century, when wandering minstrels and bards would relate the tale, glorifying its epic qualities of chivalry and fidelity.

Beautiful music and fun sound-effects help tell the classic tale of Thumbelina. When a good-hearted, poor peasant gives her last loaf of bread to a beggar, she is given a corn seed in return. Imagine the peasant woman’s surprise when in the morning a beautiful flower appears with a tiny young lady inside its petals. The peasant woman names her Thumbelina. Find out what happens when an old ugly frog takes Thumbelina to be his son’s wife. A happy ending adds interest to this fairy tale and encourages a lifelong love of great storytelling.