12.27.2011

Forgotten Tales 4: The Steadfast Tin Soldier

Hans Christian Andersen: The Complete Fairy Tales and Stories (Anchor Folktale Library) 
In which Hans Christian Andersen's soldier proves his mettle in various adventures.
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12.21.2011

Episode 177 - Christmas Special: The Moon of the Trees Broken by Snow


In which Louis L'Amour gives us a different kind of Christmas story.


Episode 177, The Moon of the Trees Broken by Snow
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      12.17.2011

      Lagniappe 50: Cool for Cats

      In which the author reads for us ... Chapter 1 of Cool for Cats by Andrew Ordover

      Cool for Cats
      (listen or download from link above)
      A new detective with a distinctive voice.

      According to Webster
      la·gniappe \ˈlan-ˌyap, lan-ˈ\
      Function:
      noun
      Etymology: American French, from American Spanish la ñapa the lagniappe, from la + ñapa, yapa, from Quechua yapa something added
      Date: 1844
      : a small gift given a customer by a merchant at the time of a purchase;
      broadly : something given or obtained gratuitously or by way of good measure

      12.15.2011

      Episode 176: Genesis, chapter 41


      In which Pharaoh has nightmares and Joseph takes charge.

      Episode 176, chapters 41
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      Book Information
      • This book is under copyright. Forgotten Classics has been granted the non-exclusive right to read Robert Alter's translation of Genesis and his commentary. This book is published by WW Norton. Please contact Mr. Alter or his agent for any permissions. Many thanks to Robert Alter and Georges Borchardt for their graciousness in allowing us to read this book.
      • If you are enjoying this reading, please buy Genesis. It comes to life even more when you are able to see and ponder the words.
      • Story rating: R for adult situations and commentary.
      • I will do my best to properly pronounce any Hebrew words but cannot promise accuracy. Biblical words may be pronounced using this guide.
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        12.09.2011

        Episode 175: Bridge of Birds, chapters 10-11

        In which the reason for murder is revealed and Master Li tells a story.
        Episode 175, chapters 10-11
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        Book Information
        • Story rating: PG-13 for occasional adult situations.
        • This book is in under copyright. Forgotten Classics has been granted permission by author Barry Hughart to read Bridge of Birds. Please contact Mr. Hughart or his agent for any permissions.
        • If you are enjoying this reading, please buy Bridge of Birds and the other two books in the trilogy that comprise The Chronicles of Master Li and Number Ten Ox. It is available on Kindle too!
        • More information about Barry Hughart
        • Subterranean Press
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        12.03.2011

        Episode 174: Genesis, chapters 39-40


        In which Joseph acts honorably and is tossed into the clink where everyone has a dream.

        Episode 174, chapters 39-40
        (download or listen via this link)

        Book Information
        • This book is under copyright. Forgotten Classics has been granted the non-exclusive right to read Robert Alter's translation of Genesis and his commentary. This book is published by WW Norton. Please contact Mr. Alter or his agent for any permissions. Many thanks to Robert Alter and Georges Borchardt for their graciousness in allowing us to read this book.
        • If you are enjoying this reading, please buy Genesis. It comes to life even more when you are able to see and ponder the words.
        • Story rating: R for adult situations and commentary.
        • I will do my best to properly pronounce any Hebrew words but cannot promise accuracy. Biblical words may be pronounced using this guide.
        Podcast Highlight
          Mentioned Links
          My Huffduffer Feed
          (where you can easily download sample episodes of the podcast highlight or other various podcasts I want to share)