Forgotten Tales 4: The Steadfast Tin Soldier

 

In which Hans Christian Andersen's soldier proves his mettle in various adventures.

The Steadfast Tin Soldier

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References:

• SurLaLune's annotated version of the story
• Maria Tatar's Annotated Hans Christian Andersen
• Article from Wikipedia 

Read more of Hans Christian Andersen's works here.

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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Book Information

• Story rating: G
• This story is under copyright and being shared under the Fair Use Act. If you like it, I urge you to read the whole book of collected short stories, The Collected Short Stories of Louis L'Amour: The Frontier Stories, Vol. 1

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

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.

Mentioned Links

• The Dragon Factory by Jonathan Maberry
• The Brass Bottle
• Julie's 2012 Book Lists
• LibriVox on Wikipedia

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

Highlight

• Harry Strange Radio Drama

My Huffduffer Feed
(where you can easily download sample episodes of the podcast highlight or other various podcasts I want to share)

• Julie D's Huffduffer feed

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

• Christmas Stocking Podcast
• Merry Podcast

Mentioned Links

• Heifer International

My Huffduffer Feed
(where you can easily download sample episodes of the podcast highlight or other various podcasts I want to share)

• Julie D's Huffduffer feed