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Produced in 458 BC, Aeschylus' Choephori is the second play in the Oresteian trilogy. The bloodshed begun in the first play with the murder of Agamemnon by his wife Clytemnestra is here continued when Agamemnon's son Orestes avenges his father's death by killing Clytemnestra. It is not until the third and final play, Eumenides, that peace is restored to the family of the Atreidae. The introduction discusses the pre-Aeschylean 'Orestes' tradition in literature and art, as well as the place of Choephori within the Oresteia, its imagery and dramatic structure, the questions of staging the play, and the manuscript tradition.

Aeschylus (Author), Mark Bowen (Narrator)

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The Theogony

The Theogony 'the genealogy or birth of the gods' is a poem by Hesiod (8th – 7th century BC) describing the origins and genealogies of the Greek gods, composed c. 730–700 BC. It is written in the Epic dialect of Ancient Greek and contains 1022 lines. Hesiod's Theogony is a large-scale synthesis of a vast variety of local Greek traditions concerning the gods, organized as a narrative that tells how they came to be and how they established permanent control over the cosmos. It is the first known Greek mythical cosmogony. The initial state of the universe is chaos, a dark indefinite void considered a divine primordial condition from which everything else appeared. Theogonies are a part of Greek mythology which embodies the desire to articulate reality as a whole; this universalizing impulse was fundamental for the first later projects of speculative theorizing. Hesiod appropriates to himself the authority usually reserved to sacred kingship. The poet declares that it is he, where we might have expected some king instead, upon whom the Muses have bestowed the two gifts of a scepter and an authoritative voice (Hesiod, Theogony 30–3), which are the visible signs of kingship. It is not that this gesture is meant to make Hesiod a king. Rather, the point is that the authority of kingship now belongs to the poetic voice, the voice that is declaiming the Theogony.

Hesiod (Author), Peter Coates (Narrator)

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The Odes of Anacreon

Anacreon (582 BCE–485 BCE) was a Greek lyric poet born in Teos, an Ionian city on the coast of Asia Minor. He likely moved to Thrace in 545 BCE with others from his city when it was attacked by Persians. He then moved to Samos, to Athens, and possibly again to Thessaly, seeking a safe place to write his poems as his patrons (including Polycrates, tyrant of Samos, and Hipparchus, brother of Athenian tyrant Hippias) kept being murdered. It is unknown where Anacreon died, though he lived to the unusually advanced age of 85. Few of Anacreon's works survive, but those that do focus on wine, love (homosexual and heterosexual), and the overall pleasures of the legendary Roman symposium. Anacreon used various techniques in his writings, including self-deprecation and irony. The collection of miscellaneous Greek poems from the Hellenistic Age and beyond known as the Anacreontea was 'mistakenly labeled' with Anacreon's name. Despite later appreciation for Anacreon's true poems, his works were not appreciated during his lifetime. This work is a collection of the Odes of Anacreon, translated into English by Thomas Moore.

Anacreon (Author), Mark Bowen (Narrator)

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Eumenides

The final play of the Oresteia, called The Eumenides (Εὐμενίδες, Eumenídes), illustrates how the sequence of events in the trilogy ends up in the development of social order or a proper judicial system in Athenian society. In this play, Orestes is hunted down and tormented by the Furies, a trio of goddesses known to be the instruments of justice, who are also referred to as the 'Gracious Ones' (Eumenides). They relentlessly pursue Orestes for the killing of his mother. However, through the intervention of Apollo, Orestes is able to escape them for a brief moment while they are asleep and head to Athens under the protection of Hermes. Seeing the Furies asleep, Clytemnestra's ghost comes to wake them up to obtain justice on her son Orestes for killing her.

Aeschylus (Author), Mark Bowen (Narrator)

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[Arabic] - T-shirt

Khaled Mahgoub (Author), Pandarosh (Narrator)

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[German] - Theresa … manchmal ist es anders als man denkt

THERESA … manchmal ist es anders, als man denkt! Auch der Tod kann die wahre Liebe nicht trennen *Kurt Fischer* Bis kurz vor ihrem 18. Geburtstag ist Theresa die überbehütete Tochter aus einem streng katholischen Elternhaus, doch dann gelangt sie in Kurts Welt, was schlagartig alles verändert. Als Theresa Kurt kennenlernt, ist sie alles andere als begeistert von ihm. Er, der 10 Jahre ältere Rockstar macht ihr mehr angst, als dass sie gefallen an ihm finden könnte. Vielmehr klopft ihr Herz für den sanften und liebevollen Gitarristen der Band, dem wiederum Theresa auch nicht gleichgültig ist. Leider haben beide die Rechnung ohne Kurt gemacht, denn der nimmt sich was er will … und wenn er eins will, dann ist es Theresa zu besitzen. Um ihn zu besänftigen, lässt sie sich auf eine Beziehung mit ihm ein, im Glauben, dass er nach kurzer Zeit die Nase von ihr voll hat … Doch dann kommt alles anders, was Theresa bitter bezahlen wird. Diese Geschichte ist keine typische Happy-End-alles-wird-gut-Erzählung, denn in dieser Story ist der männliche Protagonist nicht der strahlende Held, nicht der Bad Boy, der bekehrt wird, nicht der Ritter auf dem weißen Ross. Theresa …

Gabriele E. Fleischmann (Author), Susann Foul (Narrator)

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[Spanish] - Celín

En 'Celín', Benito Pérez Galdós nos presenta la mágica y desconcertarte ciudad de Turris, llena de elementos fantásticos, en la que el fallecimiento del galante D. Galaor, heredero de una de las casas de más fuste, conmueve a su prometida, la joven Diana, que, deshecha por el dolor, decide acabar con su vida. A partir de ahí, un misterioso niño acompañará a esta última en un viaje lleno de sorpresas, entre realidad y ensueño, hacia la luz. En 'Celín' encontrarás un relato mágico, divertido y alegórico, un canto a la vida y a la imaginación. Diseño de portada, David Rubiales Suárez In 'Celín', Benito Pérez Galdós presents us with the magical and bewildering city of Turris, full of fantastic elements, where the death of the gallant D. Galaor, heir to one of the most important houses, moves his fiancée, the young Diana, who, devastated by grief, decides to end his life. From there, a mysterious boy will accompany the latter on a journey full of surprises, between reality and dreams, towards the light. In 'Celín' you will find a magical, funny and allegorical story, a hymn to life and imagination. Cover art design: David Rubiales Suárez

Benito Pérez Galdós (Author), Rafael Baena Zapatero (Narrator)

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Crossroads And Byways: Stories of Memory and Connection

Embark on a mesmerizing journey through the heart of human experience with 'Crossroads and Byways,' a captivating audiobook collection by acclaimed author and narrator Judy Gorham. This anthology of short stories delves into the profound themes of memory and connection, inviting listeners to explore the intricate tapestry of life's moments. In 'Crossroads and Byways,' Gorham skillfully weaves narratives that transcend time, inviting listeners to reflect on the power of the past to shape our present. The collection opens with the evocative poem, setting the stage for a literary exploration of freedom, adventure, and the uncharted territories of memory. In 'Crossroads and Byways,' Judy Gorham's eloquent prose captures the beauty and wonder of life's journey, masterfully intertwining themes of memory, the future, and the enigmatic power of the unknown. This audiobook is a must-listen for those who crave thought-provoking fiction and deeply emotional storytelling. Immerse yourself in the rich narratives and captivating voice of Judy Gorham as she brings each story to life in this unforgettable audiobook. Press play and let the enchanting tales of 'Crossroads and Byways' resonate with your soul.

Judy Gorham (Author), Judy Gorham (Narrator)

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[Arabic] - Harankash and Mantash

Harankash and Mantash is a fictional novel whose events take place in a faraway imaginary village. A strange weather phenomenon occurs in this village, transporting two children to a new city. They grow ten years older and become young men. The people of the city refuse their presence because of a crime committed by their grandfather. Wonderful adventures occur, and their goal is to return to the village again. Will they succeed?

Khaled Mahgoub (Author), Pandarosh (Narrator)

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[Arabic] - Farah Ibn al-Umda

Farah Ibn al-Umda's dramatic historical Sa`idian novel takes place during the period of the English occupation of Egypt. The novel follows the adventures of a young doctor who is assigned to join a battalion of doctors heading to Upper Egypt to confront the deadly cholera epidemic sweeping the region. The young doctor faces many challenges and internal conflicts during his journey, with the mayor and his assistants confronting their underestimation of the epidemic and their desire to hold a celebration for the mayor’s son so that all the villagers can gather at the same time in one place. Which drives the young doctor to face all of these alone, unlike his confrontation with the affliction of the people, and his beloved doctor, whom he met in this mission, supports him. Tensions rise in the novel as the health situation in Upper Egypt worsens, and the young doctor must fight the disease and save people's lives.

Amro Monier (Author), Pandarosh (Narrator)

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[Arabic] - Jabal al Gharbi cave

'Jabal al Gharbi cave' is a fantasy and science fiction novel, whose events revolve around an Egyptian scientist who returns from America to live in his ancestral homeland in Upper Egypt. To his surprise, he discovers that he no longer conforms to the customs and traditions of the region. Until his life became difficult for him and he was deprived of the woman he desperately wanted to marry, so he invented a device to travel through time, only to realize that everything he knew was actually an illusion. As he delves into the secrets of the past, he discovers the distortion of historical facts that occurred and then returns again to make the strangest decision he has ever made in his life.

Amro Monier (Author), Pandarosh (Narrator)

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Black Coffin

dramatic novel “The Black Coffin.” Its events revolve around an orphan from Upper Egypt who is involved in the crime of excavating and selling Pharaonic antiquities, which leads to a bloody conflict. The novel explores in detail the process of excavating graves and the Egyptian culture’s reliance on the jinn (spirits) to fight the jinn, the guardian of the treasure. The story takes place in an atmosphere of suspense and excitement as different characters become involved in the crime, leading to a violent and destructive conflict that claims the lives of many people. The novel reflects the challenges faced by the Egyptian people in maintaining their daily livelihood, and the difficulties faced by the security forces in protecting and preserving the Pharaonic heritage.

Amro Monier (Author), Pandarosh (Narrator)

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