Classics Audiobooks

The Book of Dragons, Vol. 1

Enjoy a fabulous series of short stories, beloved by children for more than one hundred years Evelyn Nesbit creates a fantasy world with friendly dragons, mean dragons, colorful dragons, and even baby dragons! Find out if the princess gets rescued by her true love, and if the young king can save his subjects from the hungry dragon he accidentally released. This audio edition includes 'The Book of Beasts' 'Uncle James, or The Purple Stranger' 'The Deliverers of Their Country' 'The Ice Dragon, or Do as You Are Told'

Edith Nesbit (Author), Bobbie Frohman, David Thorn (Narrator)

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The Book of Dragons

Another great audiobook classic from the world's most prolific and prestigious new company, Icon Audio Arts. Presented by actor author Geoffrey Giuliano, here is an exciting 'listen while you learn' audio production which promises to entertain, enlighten and enliven the listener. Icon productions offer a daring, fresh perspective on the hundreds of perennial favorite tales which have inspired generations and imbued a deep love of literature and art in millions over time. Welcome to the wonderful, unparalleled world of Icon Audio Arts.

Edith Nesbit (Author), Geoffrey Giuliano & Company (Narrator)

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The Book Of Dragons

First published in 1900, The Book Of Dragons is one of Edith Nesbit's best loved and most inventive children’s books. Her heroes and heroines are children faced unexpectedly with real live dragons, which are fiery, fierce, ravenous, irritating, grumpy, furry and even gifted cooks! They appear from caves, from the pages of a magical book, at the North Pole or from mysterious dungeons where nobody dares enter. Her stories are superbly written and surprise and delight at every turn. Absolutely riveting. * I. The Book of Beasts * II. Uncle James, or The Purple Stranger * III. The Deliverers of Their Country * IV. The Ice Dragon, or Do as You Are Told * V. The Island of the Nine Whirlpools * VI. The Dragon Tamers * VII. The Fiery Dragon, or The Heart of Stone and the Heart of Gold * VIII. Kind Little Edmund, or The Caves and the Cockatrice

Edith Nesbit (Author), Cathy Dobson (Narrator)

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The Book of Dragons

It wouldn’t be out of line to call this book a great world of pretend. It is actually eight short stories that are clever and magical, as well as frightening at times. For example, a fierce dragon crawls out of the dungeons of a castle and seems to be aiming at eating an entire nearby village. The wild beast frightens a poor blacksmith who has the sense and ability to trick the ferocious animal and save the town and its people. One of the classic tales tells of a princess who has a heart of gold which gives her immunity to being eaten by any attacking dragon. You’ll learn about Elfin, a clever pig keeper who wins the heart of the lovely princess. The storyteller, Edith Nesbit, was born in 1858 in what is now Greater London. She had the imaginative foresight to concoct tales that often found her called the creator of modern children’s fantasy. Her imagination attracted children of her time and involved them in what seemed to be a real world filled with unexpected adventures. Her powers of invention brought us the magical stories we’re about to hear.

Edith Nesbit (Author), John Rayburn (Narrator)

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The Book of Clever Beasts

In 'The Book of Clever Beasts', Myrtle Reed recounts the whimsical and humorous stories of Little Upsidaisi, Jagg the Skootaway Goat, Snoof, Kitchi-Kitchi, Jim Crow, Hoop-La, Jenny Ragtail and Hoot-Mon. An endearing tale of anthropomorphic animals similar to A. A. Milne's 'Winnie The Pooh' stories and Beatrix Potter's 'The Tale of Peter Rabbit'. 'The Book of Clever Beasts' was much loved by imaginative American children and by President Theodore Roosevelt who personally wrote Reed a letter expressing his adoration of the book. - Myrtle Reed (1874-1911) was an American author, poet and journalist. A best-selling romance novelist and Chicago socialite, she was one of America's best-known authors in the early 20th century. Her most famous works include 'Lavender and Old Lace' (1902), 'Threads of Grey and Gold' (1913) and 'A Weaver of Deams' (1911). Reed also wrote numerous cookbooks.

Myrtle Reed (Author), Daryl Wor (Narrator)

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The Blue Envelope

First published in 1922, 'The Blue Envelope' is a mysterious adventure from popular children's author Roy J. Snell. Set in Alaska, young cousins Lucille and Marian are spending the winter here working as a schoolteacher and an artist respectively. However, when a mysterious and important letter arrives, the girls have an adventure ahead of them as they must ensure it gets to the right person and doesn't fall into the wrong hands. Full of danger and adventure, this is a thrilling tale which will charm all age groups. - Roy J. Snell (1878-1959) was a popular American author best known for his children's fiction. Born in Missouri, Snell was raised on a farm in Illinois. At the age of 19 he attended Wheaton College, graduating in 1906. He became a Minister, before continuing his studies at Harvard University. Snell then moved to Alaska before joining the war effort serving with the Red Cross. WWI had interrupted his blossoming writing career, and upon his return from France Snell began writing in earnest. Many of his books drew on his own adventurous spirit and love of travel, and Snell went on to write over 70 young adult novels, many of which were also published under his pseudonyms, David O'Hara, James Craig and Joseph Marino. He died in 1959 at the age of 80.

Roy J. Snell (Author), Dawn Larsen (Narrator)

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The Blue Carbuncle: Shadows, Secrets and Stolen Treasure

A valuable jewel known as the Blue Carbuncle was stolen from the jewel case of the Countess of Morcar yesterday. A reward of £1000 has been offered by the countess for information leading to the stone's return ... While the police work to trace the missing diamond, Holmes attempts to reunite a Christmas dinner and its owner. But when the detective comes across the jewel, Holmes and Watson find themselves in a race against time to save an innocent man's life.

Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, Stephanie Baudet (Author), Richard Usher (Narrator)

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The Black Stallion Returns

In this, the second book in the series, the heart-stopping adventures of the Black Stallion continue as Alec discovers that two men are after the Black. One claims to be the Black's rightful owner and one is trying to kill the beautiful steed. An Arab chieftain proves his ownership of the Black and takes him away, but Alec is determined to find his horse again. Following the pair to Arabia, Alec encounters great evil and intrigue, as only a horse as spectacular as the Black could inspire.

Walter Farley (Author), James Fouhey (Narrator)

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The Birthday Gift

This Grandpa Tyler story titled The Birthday Gift, you will hear about how Jill and her Mom both made mistakes—showing that everyone makes mistakes at one time or another. The important thing is Jill and her Mom worked together to understand each other…and learn from their mistakes so they can do better next time.

Smart Kidz (Author), Smart Kidz (Narrator)

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The Bippolo Seed and Other Lost Stories

It's the literary equivalent of buried treasure!The audiobook edition features a cast of celebrity narrators who bring these stories to life. Readers include:THE BIPPOLO SEED, narrated by Neil Patrick HarrisTHE RABBIT, THE BEAR, AND THE ZINNIGA-ZANNIGA, narrated by Anjelica HustonGUSTAV, THE GOLDFISH, narrated by Jason LeeTADD AND TODD, narrated by Joan CusackSTEAK, FOR SUPPER, narrated by Edward HerrmannTHE STRANGE SHIRT SPOT, narrated by William H. MacyTHE GREAT HENRY McBRIDE, narrated by Peter DinklageSeuss scholar/collector Charles D. Cohen has hunted down seven rarely seen stories by Dr. Seuss. Originally published in magazines between 1950 and 1951, they include 'The Bear, the Rabbit, and the Zinniga-Zanniga ' (about a rabbit who is saved from a bear with a single eyelash!); 'Gustav the Goldfish' (an early, rhymed version of the Beginner Book A Fish Out of Water); 'Tadd and Todd' (a tale passed down via photocopy to generations of twins); 'Steak for Supper' (about fantastic creatures who follow a boy home in anticipation of a steak dinner); 'The Bippolo Seed' (in which a scheming feline leads an innocent duck to make a bad decision); 'The Strange Shirt Spot' (the inspiration for the bathtub-ring scene in The Cat in the Hat Comes Back); and 'The Great Henry McBride' (about a boy whose far-flung career fantasies are only bested by those of the real Dr. Seuss himself).In an introduction to the collection, Cohen explains the significance these seven stories have, not only as lost treasures, but as transitional stories in Dr. Seuss's career. With a color palette that has been enhanced beyond the limitations of the original magazines in which they appeared, this is a collection of stories that no Seuss fan (whether scholar or second-grader) will want to miss!

Dr. Seuss (Author), , Anjelica Huston, Jason Lee, Joan Cusack, Neil Patrick Harris, Various Readers (Narrator)

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The Bippolo Seed and Other Lost Stories

Seven delightful stories from the inimitable Dr. Seuss!The amazing stories are full of typical Seuss humour, rhyme and rhythm. They include 'The Bippolo Seed,' in which a scheming cat leads an innocent duck to make a bad decision; 'The Rabbit, the Bear, and the Zinniga-Zanniga,' about a rabbit who is saved from a bear via a single eyelash; 'Gustav the Goldfish,' about a fish that grew and grew; 'Tadd and Todd,' a tale about twins; 'Steak for Supper,' about fantastic creatures who follow a boy home in anticipation of a steak dinner; 'The Strange Shirt Spot,' about a spot of dirt that gets everywhere; and 'The Great Henry McBride,' about a boy whose far-flung career fantasies were bested only by those of Dr. Seuss himself.The perfect book for any Seuss fan, young or old!

Dr. Seuss (Author), David Walliams (Narrator)

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The Big Mog Collection

Share in fifty years of a really remarkable cat… Join everyone’s favourite family cat in this delightful collection of classic picture book stories, full of her warm-hearted and funny escapades and read by the wonderful Andrew Sachs and Geraldine McEwan. From the creator of The Tiger Who Came to Tea and Mog the Forgetful Cat comes a remarkable audio collection of five delightful family adventures about a really remarkable cat! Featuring five funny and exciting classic picture book stories: Mog and the V.E.T. Mog the Forgetful Cat Mog and the Baby Mog’s Christmas Mog’s Amazing Birthday Caper With music and sound effects, and extended text written especially for the audio by Judith Kerr, this incredible collection is read by the incredibly talented and beloved actors, Geraldine McEwan and Andrew Sachs. ‘Since her debut in 1970, Mog has become… a national hero.’ Junior Magazine ‘A firm favourite on children's bookshelves’ The Telegraph ‘Mog is a star, she really is. I can't recommend her highly enough. Someone should give that cat a medal, or an egg for breakfast.’ The Bookbag

Judith Kerr (Author), Andrew Sachs, Geraldine Mcewan (Narrator)

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