The Red True Story Book

The Red True Story Book

An Enchanting Tapestry of Global Folklore and LegendsBy Various
Michael Caine
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Length11h 58m

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The Red True Story Book is a compelling anthology that gathers various narratives aimed at young readers, emphasizing adventure, morality, and the extraordinary within the mundane. Written in a captivating yet accessible literary style, this collection employs rich imagery and engaging prose, presenting stories that blend the extraordinary with elements of realism. Set against the backdrop of late 19th to early 20th-century literature for children, the book reflects the era'Äôs fascination with tales that were both entertaining and instructive, embodying the principles of life and courage meant to shape a younger audience's character and perspective. The collection is crafted by various authors, each contributing their unique outlooks and storytelling techniques. This period was characterized by a burgeoning recognition of children's literature as a serious genre, where diverse authors sought to present stories that imparted moral lessons while captivating young imaginations. Their combined efforts demonstrate a collective commitment to enlightening the minds of the youth, drawing on the cultural narratives prevalent during their time. This anthology is highly recommended for educators, parents, and young readers alike. It serves as a gateway into a rich tradition of storytelling that combines ethical lessons with engaging tales, making it an essential addition to any child'Äôs reading list. The Red True Story Book not only entertains but also cultivates a deeper understanding of self and society.

Audiobook details

GenrePsychology
Length11 hrs 58 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateApr 24, 2021
LanguageEnglish

Table of contents

1THE LIFE AND DEATH OF JOAN THE MAID
40EYLAU. THE MARE LISETTE
2I: THE FAIRIES' TREE
41HOW MARBOT CROSSED THE DANUBE
3II: A PAGE OF HISTORY
42THE PITEOUS DEATH OF GASTON, SON OF THE COUNT OF FOIX
4III
43ROLF STAKE[34]
5THE CHILDHOOD OF JOAN THE MAIDEN
44THE WRECK OF THE 'WAGER'
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6THE RAID OF DOMREMY
45PETER WILLIAMSON[35]
7THE CALLING OF JOAN THE MAID
46A WONDERFUL VOYAGE
8HOW JOAN THE MAID WENT TO VAUCOULEURS
47THE PITCAIRN ISLANDERS
9HOW JOAN THE MAID WENT AGAIN TO VAUCOULEURS
48A RELATION OF THREE YEARS' SUFFERING OF ROBERT EVERARD UPON THE ISLAND OF ASSADA, NEAR MADAGASCAR, IN A VOYAGE TO INDIA, IN THE YEAR 1686[36]
10HOW JOAN THE MAID RODE TO CHINON
49THE FIGHT AT SVOLDER ISLAND (a.d. 1000)
11HOW JOAN THE MAID SHOWED A SIGN TO THE KING
50THE DEATH OF HACON THE GOOD (a.d. 961)
12HOW JOAN THE MAID WAS EXAMINED AT POICTIERS
51PRINCE CHARLIE'S WAR
13HOW JOAN THE MAID RODE TO RELIEVE ORLEANS
52I: THE BOYHOOD OF PRINCE CHARLIE
14HOW JOAN THE MAID ENTERED ORLEANS
53II: PRINCE CHARLIE'S LANDING
15HOW JOAN THE MAID TOOK JARGEAU FROM THE ENGLISH
54III: THE MARCH SOUTH
16HOW THE MAID DEFEATED THE ENGLISH AT PATHAY, AND OF THE STRANGE GUIDE
55IV: EDINBURGH
17HOW THE MAID HAD THE KING CROWNED AT REIMS
56V: PRESTONPANS
18IV
57VI: THE MARCH TO DERBY
19HOW THE MAID RODE TO PARIS
58VII: THE RETREAT
20HOW THE MAID WAS WOUNDED IN ATTACKING PARIS, AND HOW THE KING WOULD NOT LET THE ASSAULT BEGIN AGAIN
59VIII: IN THE HIGHLANDS
21HOW THE MAID AND HER FAIR DUKE WERE SEPARATED FROM EACH OTHER
60IX: CULLODEN
22HOW MARVELLOUSLY THE MAID TOOK SAINT-PIERRE-LE-MOUSTIER
61THE BURKE AND WILLS EXPLORING EXPEDITION
23HOW THE MAID WAITED WEARILY AT COURT
62THE STORY OF EMUND (a.d. 1020)
24HOW THE MAID MET AN IMPOSTOR
63THE MAN IN WHITE
25HOW THE MAID'S VOICES PROPHESIED OF HER TAKING
64THE ADVENTURES OF 'THE BULL OF EARLSTOUN'
26HOW THE MAID TOOK FRANQUET D'ARRAS
65THE STORY OF GRISELL BAILLIE'S SHEEP'S HEAD
27HOW THE MAID FOUGHT HER LAST FIGHT
66THE CONQUEST OF PERU
28HOW THE MAID LEAPED FROM THE TOWER OF BEAUREVOIR
67THE YOUTH OF PIZARRO
29V: HOW THE MAID WAS TRIED AND CONDEMNED, AND HOW BRAVELY SHE DIED
68THE EMPIRE OF THE INCAS
30HOW THE BASS WAS HELD FOR KING JAMES
69RELIGION OF THE PERUVIANS
31THE CROWNING OF INES DE CASTRO
70PIZARRO'S EXPEDITION
32THE STORY OF ORTHON
71THE CHOICE OF PIZARRO
33HOW GUSTAVUS VASA WON HIS KINGDOM
72PIZARRO GOES TO SPAIN AND RETURNS
34MONSIEUR DE BAYARD'S DUEL
73PIZARRO MARCHES TO MEET THE INCA
35STORY OF GUDBRAND OF THE DALES[31]
74PIZARRO AND THE INCA
36SIR RICHARD GRENVILLE
75THE CAPTIVITY OF THE INCA
37THE STORY OF MOLLY PITCHER
76THE INCA'S RANSOM
38THE VOYAGES, DANGEROUS ADVENTURES, AND IMMINENT ESCAPES OF CAPTAIN RICHARD FALCONER[32]
77FOOTNOTES:
39MARBOT'S MARCH
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