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Two British members of Parliament - one an elder conservative, the other a younger man with a liberal bent (and an eye on the older man's daughter) face a difficult choice. Some stranger has left each of them a considerable fortune on condition they give up their well-respected family names and adopt that of Wurzel-Flummery.

Hans Christian Andersen shares a memorable tale that mirrors what we may all feel as any career comes to an end. A street lamp has been faithful in his duties for decades, yet the time had arrived that he would be relieved of duty. What did the future hold for the lamp? The wind, moon, and rain each gave gifts and there was a line featuring those who wanted to take the lamps place.

This audiobook serves as a 'documentary' of a true American legend. You'll hear journalistic accounts of Paul, Babe, and Benny along with lesser recollected men like Brimstone Bill, the little Chore-boy, Sourdough Sam, the Seven Axemen, and accountant Johnny Inkslinger. Tall tales abound in this creative narrative and provide evidence of a fictitious founding of so many American tales and landmarks.

The Brothers Grimm were not alone in collecting folk fables. Charles Perault has provided dozens of stellar short stories from the same era. In this short story, we consider the difference between a kind sister and one who is less than grateful. It will be easy to decide who was most deserving of the fairy’s favor.

Beautifully narrated by Glenn Hascall, this classic by Beatrix Potter will entertain youngsters, and also provide an object lesson.

Spot was a good-looking dog and everyone in the Klondike wanted the canine - except the two men that owned him. They tried selling him, they tried leaving him behind, and Spot seemed content to keep them guessing how he was always able to find them. Adventure, humor, and a good dose of owner frustration populate this story from famed writer Jack London.

Glenn Hascall does a beautiful job narrating this classoc by Beatrix Potter teaturing Timmy Tiptoes, a squirrel and his wife Goody as they round up nuts and store them for the winter.

Acclaimed poet Robert Frost provides this short poem that reminds us that when it comes to Christmas, maybe money shouldn't be our top priority. Some things may be worth more than a few extra dollars. A feel-good non-rhyming poem story that may help put some perspective in the pageantry.

Narrator Glenn Hascall magnificently captures the characters of The Gift of the Magi, a short story written by O. Henry, about a young married couple and how they deal with the challenge of buying secret Christmas gifts for each other with very little money.

If you’ve ever participated in an "over the hill' party you know they can be a fun way to roast a friend who reaches a mythical milestone. Acclaimed author Ellis Parker Butler wrote a wonderful story about facing life at 50 and his observations may seem different, yet very relatable. Welcome to a world where some lifelong pains become friends, where some of the best work in life begins, and where things that once seemed so important are relegated to the dust bin of vanity.

Young love is topmost on the mind of famed poet James Whitcomb Riley. Alone in a study indulging the memory of an old sweetheart. Is this a lamentation poem or something - more? This will leave listeners with a truly satisfying conclusion.

We often condemn what we don't understand. In this short tale from L. Frank Baum (of The Wizard of Oz fame), we see members of high society suddenly engaging in activities they wouldn't normally have anything to do with. There was a reason for their change, but for those who didn't know the reason, the men's actions seemed disgraceful. A tale that seems to encourage the old adage "walk a mile in another man's shoes."

You never know the impact of a single good deed. The Tailor of Gloucester cared for even the smallest of creatures, and discovered a miracle based on that singular choice. A classic story for all ages performed by Glenn Hascall.

Welcome to the world of a lone prospector who simply wants a place to all his own and look for the 'yellow dirt'. Jack London's word pictures draw you to this place of beauty and deception. The miner's character endears you to this slightly eccentric man. Narrated by Glenn Hascall.

This memorable poem demonstrates both incredible love and incredible greed. Hard hearts will yearn for the children who truly lose everything. A classic poem narrated by Glenn Hascall.

This short story from Hans Christian Andersen is an interesting look at the challenges that come from getting what you want. In this delightful tale, a puppet master would do almost anything if his puppets became real and he could lead them in delighting audiences, but when he gets what he wants - he no longer wants it. Perhaps that is one of the strongest morals found in this classic.

When you have a past filled with regret it may not be a good idea to find someone to help you dwell on the pain you've caused others. Hawthorne places this scenario in an out-of-the-way location where a woman is allowed to see the painful result of her actions. This journey comes with an awful price - and awful company. A classic story narrated by Glenn Hascall.

A classic story from the acclaimed Beatrix Potter. While a delightful children's story this tale may also point out ways never to run a business. Whimsy abounds within. Narrated by Glenn Hascall.

The year is 1899, and author Elbert Hubbard is responding to a report that a man named Rowan ventured into war-torn Cuba and delivered a message without knowing where Garcia might be found. The dedication of Rowan urges the author to contemplate how few there might be worthy to take on the task. Listen carefully and you might hear a description of the type of individual anyone would hire. A classic story of profound integrity narrated by Glenn Hascall.

A tale by Beatrix Potter reborn from Aesop's shorter fable of the town mouse and country mouse. High living in town, but many dangers. A more simplified life in the country, but perhaps not to the liking of some. A tale of divergent perspectives and, in this case, a realization that neither were wrong. Narrated by Glenn Hascall.