Balder Dead - Matthew Arnold - Full Audiobook

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1. 4

   Balder Dead - Matthew Arnold

   "Balder Dead" by Matthew Arnold is a captivating epic poem that delves into the rich tapestry of Norse mythology, recounting the poignant tale of Balder, the beloved son of Odin, whose tragic death is orchestrated by the duplicitous Loki. This timeless work resonates with themes of jealousy,...

   Sep 19, 2026

   50m
2. 3

   Anna of the Five Towns - Arnold Bennett

   "Anna of the Five Towns" by Arnold Bennett explores the life of Anna Tellwright, who grapples with the constraints imposed by her wealthy, authoritarian father and the rigid expectations of the Methodist church. After marrying the respectable and charming Henry, Anna finds herself torn between…

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   Sep 8, 2026

   8h 18m
3. 2

   American Leaders and Heroes - Wilbur F Gordy

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   Sep 7, 2026

   6h 21m
4. 1

   Christian's Secret of a Happy Life - Hannah Whitall Smith

   "Christian's Secret of a Happy Life" by Hannah Whitall Smith presents profound biblical insights in an accessible manner, revealing the essential roles of both our actions and God's grace in the Christian journey. This classic work emphasizes the importance of a life lived in unwavering faith and...

   Aug 24, 2026

   7h 21m
5. Apology for the Life of Mrs Shamela Andrews Dramatic Reading - Henry Fielding

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   Aug 23, 2026

   1h 38m
6. Balder Dead - Matthew Arnold

   "Balder Dead" by Matthew Arnold is a captivating epic poem that delves into the rich tapestry of Norse mythology, recounting the poignant tale of Balder, the beloved son of Odin, whose tragic death is orchestrated by the duplicitous Loki. This timeless work resonates with themes of jealousy,...

   Aug 22, 2026

   50m
7. Blazed Trail Stories and Stories Of The Wild Life - Stewart Edward White

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   Aug 22, 2026

   5h 35m
8. Village Life in America - Caroline Cowles Richards Clarke

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   Aug 21, 2026

   5h 39m
9. Immortality and the Unseen World - W O E Oesterley

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   Aug 20, 2026

   9h 24m
10. Boys Life of Mark Twain - Albert Bigelow Paine

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    8h 51m
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    3h 43m
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    Aug 17, 2026

    37m
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    Aug 16, 2026

    8h 59m
14. Myths and Legends Around the World - Collection 13 - Various

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    3h 17m
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    Aug 14, 2026

    6h 58m
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    Aug 13, 2026

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    Aug 12, 2026

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19. Astounding Stories 13 January 1931 - Charles Willard Diffin Murray Leinster H Thompson Rich Hal K Wells Sewell Peaslee Wright

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    2h 13m
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    Aug 8, 2026

    8h 41m
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    Aug 6, 2026

    5h 20m
24. Growing Old - Matthew Arnold

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    Aug 5, 2026

    37m
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    Aug 1, 2026

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29. And Then the Town Took Off - Richard Wilson

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    Jul 31, 2026

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    Jul 29, 2026

    2h 09m
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    Jul 26, 2026

    52m
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    Jul 14, 2026

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    Jul 4, 2026

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    Jun 30, 2026

    4h 19m
50. Balder Dead - Matthew Arnold

    "Balder Dead" by Matthew Arnold is a captivating epic poem that delves into the rich tapestry of Norse mythology, recounting the poignant tale of Balder, the beloved son of Odin, whose tragic death is orchestrated by the duplicitous Loki. This timeless work resonates with themes of jealousy,...

    Jun 27, 2026

    50m