Tales of Wonder


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Tales of Wonder invites listeners into the enchanting realms crafted by Lord Dunsany, a pioneer of modern fantasy. This collection showcases a series of imaginative tales that blend the ethereal with the extraordinary, revealing the wonders that lie just beyond the veil of reality.

Originally published in 1916, this anthology features Dunsany's signature style, rich with lyrical prose and vivid imagery. Each story transports the reader to fantastical landscapes, where gods, heroes, and mythical creatures intertwine in narratives that explore the depths of human experience and the mysteries of existence.

As a significant influence on later fantasy writers such as J.R.R. Tolkien and H.P. Lovecraft, Dunsany's work in Tales of Wonder is not only a testament to his imaginative prowess but also a cornerstone of the genre. This collection is a must-listen for those who appreciate the art of storytelling and the allure of the fantastical.

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Preface 2:41 Leído por Mike Pelton
A Tale of London 8:56 Leído por Sandra Cullum
Thirteen at Table 26:07 Leído por Sandra Cullum
The City of Mallington Moor 21:18 Leído por Sandra Cullum
Why the Milkman Shudders When he Perceives the Dawn 8:13 Leído por Sandra Cullum
The Bad Old Woman in Black 6:22 Leído por Sandra Cullum
The Bird of the Difficult Eye 7:50 Leído por Lynn Fiorentino
The Long Porter's Tale 14:01 Leído por Ed Humpal
The Loot of Loma 8:20 Leído por David Starner
The Secret of the Sea 9:12 Leído por Ed Humpal
How Ali Came to the Black Country 11:13 Leído por Sandra Cullum
The Bureau d'Echange de Maux 10:35 Leído por Jason Mayoff
The Story of Land and Sea, part 1 26:01 Leído por Ed Humpal
The Story of Land and Sea, part 2 27:21 Leído por Ed Humpal
Guarantee to the Reader 2:13 Leído por Ed Humpal
A Tale of the Equator 7:36 Leído por Sandra Cullum
A Narrow Escape 6:17 Leído por Sandra Cullum
The Watch-Tower 6:27 Leído por Sandra Cullum
How Plash-Goo Came to the Land of None's Desire 5:39 Leído por Sandra Cullum
The Three Sailor's Gambit 18:09 Leído por Matt Braymiller
The Exiles Club 10:50 Leído por Matt Braymiller
The Three Infernal Jokes 14:54 Leído por Matt Braymiller

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added sound effects ruin this.


(1 estrella)

I tried so hard to get past the cheesy sound effects. sorry. but this is awful.

hit and miss


(3.5 estrellas)

narrators all clear, good readings, but dunsany has written alot better collections.