Gull Harbor: Oscar Wilde Sleep Stories – The Young King & The Selfish Giant

Explore calming sleep stories by Oscar Wilde in this relaxing soundscape from Gull Harbor. Featuring “The Young King” and “The Selfish Giant,” these gentle bedtime tales are read with soft narration and accompanied by the peaceful sounds of waves, gulls, and an old radio — designed to help you unwind and fall asleep fast. Let the soft splash of waves and the distant cry of gulls blend with the gentle crackle of an old radio, as the timeless words of Oscar Wilde drift across the quiet shores of Gull Harbor. In The Young King, a prince dreams his way to wisdom on the eve of his coronation. In The Selfish Giant, a walled garden and a lonely heart are slowly transformed by the laughter of children. Settle in, get comfortable, and let these old-world stories carry you into sleep. (00:00) – Gull Harbor soundscape, bedtime narration, breathing cues (12:37) – The Young King by Oscar Wilde (AM radio) (44:06) – The Selfish Giant by Oscar Wilde (faint radio signal) (53:34) – Gull Harbor soundscape only About Gull Harbor: A youthful and tranquil summer day unfolds as you relax on a cozy porch overlooking the bay. Surrounded by books, games, and the soothing sounds of the ocean, the warmth of the sun and a gentle breeze lull you into peaceful drowsiness. About The Sleep Retreat: The Sleep Retreat is a sleep podcast designed to help you fall asleep naturally with calming narration, immersive soundscapes, and gentle storytelling. Each episode is crafted to reduce anxiety and support a consistent bedtime routine. The Sleep Retreat is a production of Six Horse Media. Stories and narration by James Wolner. Have a question or want to suggest a new soundscape? Email: [email protected] Interested in advertising? Contact: [email protected] Website: thesleepretreatpodcast.com YouTube: @The-Sleep-Retreat Bluesky: @thesleepretreatpod.bsky.social X/Twitter: @sleepretreatpod Instagram: @sleepretreatpod TikTok: @sleepretreatpod Music Credits: Track Title: Sleep Meditation Artist: Mapa Source: Jamendo.com  Track Title: Meditation Healing Artist: Bulbasound Source: Jamendo.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices