The Turquoise Story Book
Stories and Legends of Summer and NatureBy Selma Lagerlöf, Rabindranath Tagore, Robert Louis Stevenson, William Shakespeare, Percy Bysshe Shelley, Charles Lamb, Edmund Spenser, John Ruskin, James Russell Lowell, James Whitcomb Riley, Robert Browning, William Blake, John Keats, Albert Bigelow Paine, Helen Gray Cone, Ada M. Skinner, Eleanor L. Skinner, Alfred Tennyson, Henry W. Longfellow, Madison Cawein
Length7h 17m
About this audiobook
The Turquoise Story Book offers an exquisite tapestry of literary gems from a diverse array of authors, harmonizing an array of styles from the poignant to the sublime. This anthology journeys through rich landscapes of human emotion and contemplation, exploring the fantastical and the ordinary, the past and the present. Capturing the reader'Äôs imagination, standout pieces include tales of romanticism and introspective poetry that echo through time without singling out individual authors, creating a cohesive yet magnificently varied collection. This compendium celebrates the timeless appeal of literature with works that resonate deeply, inviting readers into a layered dialogue of the ages. This collection is a testament to the literary prowess of renowned authors such as William Shakespeare, Rabindranath Tagore, and John Keats, among others, each bringing their unique cultural and historical backgrounds to the fore. These voices, hailing from different epochs and movements'Äîfrom the ornate grace of romanticism to the sharp clarity of early modernism'Äîconverge to form a rich, polyphonic narrative tapestry. The shared human experiences articulated by these authors underscore the anthology's themes, offering readers a vibrant mosaic reflecting the depth and complexity of literary heritage. Recommended for lovers of literature, The Turquoise Story Book provides a scholarly exploration and an unparalleled opportunity to engage with the works of iconic writers. Immersed in a multitude of perspectives and styles, readers will find themselves richly rewarded by the anthology'Äôs insights, effectively bridging historical and cultural divides. This volume serves as an illuminating guide, inviting readers to appreciate the interconnectedness of themes across time and geography, making it an essential addition to any literary enthusiast's collection.
Audiobook details
GenreLiterary Classics, General Fiction
Length7 hrs 17 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateOct 25, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
2SUMMER STORIES AND LEGENDS
3SUMMER
4HOW SUMMER CONQUERED WINTER (IROQUOIS LEGEND)
5A LEGEND OF THE FLOWERS (AUSTRALIAN)
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6JUNE
7THE SUN-GODDESS Frank Rinder
8THE SUMMER MAKER (Ojibway Legend)
9SUMMER
10IN THE KITCHEN-GARDEN Mrs. Alfred Gatty
11GLAD DAY
12THE SUMMER PRINCESS Mrs. Molesworth
13MIDSUMMER
14SUMMER SKIES
15HOW THE SUN WAS CAUGHT AND FREED
16A DAY OF SUNSHINE
17PHAETON'S DRIVE IN THE SUN-CHARIOT
18SONG
19SUMMER SUN
20THE CLOUD Robert Reineck
21UNDINE Edward Abbott Parry
22LEGEND OF THE SUN, MOON, AND STARS (WYANDOTTE)
23THE PRINCESS MOONBEAM[1] Mary F. Nixon-Roulet
24THE MOON
25THE SPACIOUS FIRMAMENT ON HIGH
26GREEN FIELDS AND MEADOWS GAY
27NATURE'S SONG
28THE GIFT OF FLAX (NORSE LEGEND)
29THE STORY OF THE DEWDROP Lucile Corbett
30THE DEW MOTHER
31ORIGIN OF THE DANDELION (INDIAN LEGEND)
32PRINCE BUTTERFLY AND CLOVER
33A SONG OF CLOVER
34TITHONUS: A LEGEND OF THE GRASSHOPPER Lillian S. Hyde
35THE GRASSHOPPER
36THE GOLDEN GRASSHOPPER Charles Lamb
37A BLADE OF GRASS John Ruskin
38PRINCESS FIRE-FLY (JAPANESE LEGEND)
39JULY
40CUFF AND THE WOODCHUCK John Burroughs
41WHY THE LADY-BUG IS SAID TO BE BELOVED OF GOD Translated from the French by M. L. Cook
42SUMMER SPINNERS
43THE STORY OF ARACHNE (GREEK MYTH)
44HOW THE SPIDER MAKES ITS WEB[2] C. William Beebe
45THE FAIRY SPINNER (SOUTHERN TALE)
46MOTHER SPIDER Frances Gillespy Wickes
47IN BROOKS AND PONDS
48THE BROOK
49LEGEND OF THE WATER-LILY
50THE TALE OF TWO TAILS Mary H. Wilson
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