This volume brings together an eclectic mix of beloved fairy tales and stories from renowned authors. Delve into the classic tales of Charles Perrault, including the timeless allure of "Little Red Riding-Hood" and the enduring beauty of "The Sleeping Beauty." These stories, woven with whimsy and magic, captivate readers of all ages, reminding us of the power of imagination and the allure of fantasy. Additionally, this collection features works by Anton Chekhov and O. Henry, two master storytellers renowned for their ability to capture the human experience with depth and nuance. In "The Looking Glass, Her Husband," Chekhov explores the complexities of human relationships, delving into the intricacies of love, desire, and the longing for connection. O. Henry's "The Gift of The Magi" is a heartwarming tale of selflessness and sacrifice, reminding us of the true meaning of love and the power of giving. Read in English, unabridged.
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Pedro Pablo Sacristán was born in Madrid and graduated with an MBA from a prestigious business school. His passion for education and writing led him to create Bedtime Stories, short stories that help teach kids values.
O. Henry (1862–1910), born William Sydney Porter in Greensboro, North Carolina, was a short-story writer whose tales romanticized the commonplace, in particular, the lives of ordinary people in New York City. His stories often had surprise endings, a device that became identified with his name. He began writing sketches around 1887, and his stories of adventure in the Southwest United States and in Central America were immediately popular with magazine readers.
Barbara Rosenblat, one of the most awarded narrators in the business, was selected by AudioFile magazine as one of the Golden Voices of the Twentieth Century. She has received the prestigious Audie Award multiple times and has earned more than fifty AudioFile Earphones Awards. She has also appeared in film, television, and theater, both in London’s West End and on Broadway.
Josh Verbae is the editor and a theology specialist at The Big Nest. His work includes compiling collections of Christian Classics series and editions of the Holy Bible. His narration work includes The Tale of Benjamin Bunny by Beatrix Potter, The Sphinx without a Secret by Oscar Wilde, and English Fairy Tales, Vol 1 by Andrew Lang.
Max Bollinger was born in Russia, grew up in Ukraine, and moved to England in 1993. He currently resides in London.