Classical Myth

A treasury of timeless stories for kids....

The circus has arrived at last. Prince Martin and his cousin, Princess Margaret, have a glorious time - until they see a scary Northman selling a blind bear cub into captivity. When the kids intervene, the Northman’s cryptic threat chills their blood.... But with the help of old friends, they hatch a plan to rescue the cub - and take him home to Northland, where the colossal creatures are bad...and the Northmen are worse.

Det er vinter i Mumidalen, og Mumifamilien sover vintersøvn. Men Mumi vågner alt for tidligt, og på den måde bliver han den første mumitrold, der oplever vinteren. Tove Jansson (1914-2001) var en finlandssvensk forfatter, kunstner og tegner. Hun er mest kendt for sine fortællinger om mumitrolden.

This beautiful collection contains five fairy tales by the celebrated British writer Oscar Wilde: "The Happy Prince", "The Nightingale and the Rose", "The Selfish Giant", "The Devoted Friend", and "The Remarkable Rocket." These timeless tales are performed by a full cast, and will delight listeners of all ages with their whimsical characters, moving situations, and touches of ironic humor. Presented by The Online Stage.

Cinderela, uma linda moça doce, tem uma vida dura com sua madrasta cruel e suas meia-irmãs. Felizmente, Cinderela é abençoada com uma fada madrinha que pode ajudar Cinderela a ter a noite mais emocionante de sua vida - até o golpe da meia-noite.

Blanche-Neige inculpée ! Les dessous de l'affaire Cendrillon ! Le prince charmant démasqué ! Le scandale des contes de fées ! Voici "Le petit chaperon rouge", "Les trois petits cochons" et autres contes classiques revus et corrigés avec humour par Roald Dahl et Quentin Blake. Reconnaîtrez-vous ces contes étonnants et épouvantablement comiques ?

A young fisherman is granted wishes by a magical flounder, but his wife's extraordinary ambitions prove to be their downfall.

Jean de La Fontaine s'inspire des fabulistes de l'Antiquité et en particulier d'Esope, pour écrire les "Fables" qui feront sa renommée. Les "Fables" de La Fontaine sont toujours considérées comme un des plus grands chefs-d'œuvre de la littérature française.

A full cast performance starring Joan Greenwood and Stanley Holloway.

Outside of Russia, Leo Tolstoy is known mostly as the author of the Napoleonic War epic War and Peace. Therefore, this collection is bound to be a new experience for most, since it includes a set of Tolstoy's stories intended for children.

Kenneth Grahame's classic tale of a young boy who discovers an erudite, mushroom-loving dragon living in the Downs above his home. The two become friends, but soon afterwards the dragon is discovered by the townsfolk, who send for St George to rid them of it. St George, by this time, is quite elderly and has little interest in slaying dragons, though he resolves to do it as it is his duty. The boy introduces St George to the dragon, and the two decide that it would be better for them not to fight.

This Irish version of the Cinderella story is a classic fairy tale as you have never heard it before. Master storyteller and folklorist Padraic Colum creates a completely unique world of enchanted woods, marauding giants, gossiping geese, and a supernatural cloak made of crow feathers. Through her many adventures, Maid-Alone, Colum's heroine, remains steadfast in her quiet strength and wisdom. Listeners of all ages will enjoy this magical retelling of a familiar legend.

A new look at dark fairytales. Akin to the Brothers Grimm, none of these storybook characters are innocent. Cinder Ellah forgets who earned her the crown and pays a hefty price. Kaede’s new love interest weighs heavily on his soul. Olivia won’t give up her firstborn without a fight. The old woman living in a shoe bites off more than she can chew. Lere planned revenge, but contracted love sickness instead. These five stories will have you on the edge of your seat craving a sequel. Stories by Deborah Brown, Jo Niederhoff, Victor Nandi, Jarrett Mazza, and Thea Watson.

Con questo audiolibro Gruppo Mondadori si impegna a sostenere l'operato di SOS Villaggi dei Bambini in favore dei bambini e le loro famiglie attraverso una donazione. L'audiolibro è letto in sinergia tra rappresentanti di tutte le generazioni, per costruire una storia unica e dare "una voce a ogni voce". Uno dei capolavori letterari di tutti i tempi. Ma soprattutto un racconto, come sottolinea il professor Giancarlo Alfano nella sua introduzione, di una "potenza mitologica" tale che "gli ha permesso di affermarsi molto velocemente nell'immaginario mondiale".

The Myth of Demeter is the second book in the exciting The Broadcast Muse Audio Theatre - Episodes for Radio from Myths of Ancient Greece series! In this second installment, Eisenstadter brings an ancient Greek myth to modern-day life, as we meet Demeter, the goddess of agriculture, harvest, and fertility, and the mother of Persephone, who was fathered by the great god Zeus.

The enchantment continues...nine short stories from the beloved The Lunar Chronicles. The universe of The Lunar Chronicles holds stories - and secrets - that are wondrous, vicious and romantic. How did Cinder first arrive in New Beijing? How did the brooding soldier Wolf transform from young man to killer? When did Princess Winter and the palace guard Jacin realise their destinies? With nine stories to explore, Stars Above is essential for fans of the best-selling and beloved Lunar Chronicles.

Per colpa della crisi, la Befana, che sarà anche quasi baronessa ma è un po' tirchia, i regali li porta solo a chi se li può permettere. Per fortuna non tutti la pensano così! I giocattoli nella sua bottega, per esempio, pur essendo di legno, hanno un cuore d'oro. E così alla vigilia dell'Epifania, con il capitano Mezzabarba, il cagnolino Spìcciola e l'indiano Penna d'Argento, saltano a bordo della Freccia Azzurra.

Um Rato da Cidade visita um primo no campo e despreza o estilo de vida do Rato do Campo. Ambos visitam então a cidade e são confrontados com várias situações perigosas, mesmo comendo bem. O Rato do Campo decide que a vida mais tranqüila e rural deve ser preferida.

On remote Rollrock Island, the sea-witch Misskaella discovers she can draw a girl from the heart of a seal. So, for a price, any man might buy himself a bride; an irresistibly enchanting sea-wife. But what cost will be borne by the people of Rollrock? The men, the women, the children? Once Misskaella sets her heart on doing such a thing?Margo Lanagan weaves an extraordinary tale of desire and revenge, of loyalty, heartache and human weakness, and of the unforeseen consequences of all-consuming love.

"Whosoever pulleth that sword from the stone shall be rightful King of England!" But nobody can do it - except young Arthur! He becomes King of England, and so begin the adventurous tales of Excalibur, Merlin, the Round Table, and the Holy Grail! Included: A pdf file with track list!