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Charles Dickens once again gathers his favourite storytellers around him and 'conducts' the story of 'The Wreck of the Golden Mary'. Dickens leads, Percy Fitzgerald, Harriet Parr, Adelaide Anne Procter, and others follow....

La previsione dell’autrice di un futuro presidente di colore degli Stati Uniti ha visto la sua realizzazione: il libro acquista così, ancora di più, il sapore del riscatto di generazioni oppresse dalla schiavitù. Valori come fratellanza e fede pervadono il libro, più che mai attuale nel mondo della globalizzazione.Adatto a: tutti, in particolare: a tutti coloro che hanno sempre voluto accostarsi ad un grande classico della cultura americana e non ne hanno mai avuto l’occasione.

In debt, Kentucky farmer Arthur Shelby reluctantly decides to trade two of his slaves. The two, middle-aged Uncle Tom and young Harry, are to be sold to Mr. Haley, a detestable slave trader. Eliza, Harry's mother and Mrs. Shelby's maid, overhears the details of the arraignment, warns Uncle Tom, and flees with Harry to the north. Eliza and Harry barely make it across the Ohio River before slave catchers can catch up with them. On the run, Eliza and her family seek shelter and safety.

Master wit Mark Twain selected these 27 stories himself by 15 of his favorite 19th-century authors. The order follows that which Twain placed them in in the original anthology, published in 1888. He indulged his comic fancy rather than making a textbook in which all themes or authors are placed together, saying that "This way you will have to peruse the whole thing before discovering that one of your favorites is not included." Among others, you'll find: Artemus Ward, Harriet Beecher Stowe, Francis Lee Pratt, Oliver Wendell Holmes, Frederick W. Cozzens, and Twain himself.

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In this star-studded audiobook commissioned specially for audio, Abraham Lincoln and Harriet Beecher Stowe’s narration is woven together with powerfully acted scenes from Uncle Tom’s Cabin, the speeches and writing of Lincoln, Emerson, and others, bringing the Civil War to dazzling, authentic new life. Riveting dialogue, personal letters, and the infamous Lincoln-Douglas debates reverberate with powerful relevance today.

Dive into the fascinating stories of 19 remarkable women from the Bible, brought to life through scriptural, historical, and legendary sources. This captivating series is divided into three distinct eras the Women of the Patriarchal Ages, featuring figures like Sarah and Hagar; the Women of the National Period, showcasing heroines such as Miriam and Esther; and the Women of the Christian Era, including the mythical Madonna and Mary Magdalene. Join us as we explore the strength, courage, and influence of these extraordinary women throughout sacred history. - Summary by Ron Altman

Step into the scandalous world of the Romantic era as Harriet Beecher Stowe reveals the untold story of Lady Byron, wronged wife of the infamous poet, Lord Byron. Published in 1869, Stowes bold exposé, initially slammed by the press, uncovers the sordid details of Lord Byrons life that led to his exile from England. This narrative, compiled from personal correspondence and cutting poetry, is an impassioned defense of Lady Byrons reputation against the smear campaigns of her late husbands influential allies. Stowes fiery critique of the Victorian eras treatment of women is as poignant today...

Spannende Geschichte und politische Streitschrift – Harriet Beecher-Stowe (1811-1896) veröffentlichte »Onkel Toms Hütte« im Jahre 1852 zuerst als Fortsetzungsgeschichte in einer Zeitung in Washington. Als das erste Kapitel vor über 150 Jahren veröffentlich wurde, löste es außerordentlich heftige Reaktionen aus. Wurde doch der amerikanischen Gesellschaft in den Südstaaten erbarmungslos ein Spiegel vorgehalten, in dem nackte Gewalt und die Barbarei der Sklaverei zu besichtigen waren. Die Spirituals "Nobody Knows The Trouble I See" und "Swing Low, Sweet Chariot" singt Manfred Krug.

Delve into the enigmatic realms of "The Salem Witchcraft, the Planchette Mystery, and Modern Spiritualism." This audiobook uncovers the mysterious and supernatural, exploring the historical witch trials of Salem and the intriguing phenomenon of the planchette. From the chilling tales of accused witches to the eerie world of communicating with the beyond, this audiobook delves into the boundaries between the seen and the unseen. With meticulous research and thought-provoking analysis, it navigates the complexities of belief, superstition, and the inexplicable.

Harriet Beecher Stowe was appalled by slavery, and she took one of the few options open to nineteenth-century women who wanted to affect public opinion: she wrote a novel, a huge, enthralling narrative that claimed the heart, soul, and politics of millions of her contemporaries. Uncle Tom's Cabin paints pictures of three plantations, each worse than the other, where even the best plantation leaves a slave at the mercy of fate or debt. Her questions remain penetrating even today: "Can man ever be trusted with wholly irresponsible power?"

"The Christmas Stories by Harriet Beecher Stowe: Illustrated" is a heartwarming collection that brings together the enchanting holiday tales of the acclaimed American author, Harriet Beecher Stowe. This anthology includes several beloved stories, including "Betty's Bright Idea," "Christmas in Poganuc," "The Second Christmas," and more. Harriet Beecher Stowe, best known for her influential novel "Uncle Tom's Cabin," showcases her talent for storytelling in these Christmas narratives.