Flaxius : Leaves from the life of an immortal

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Flaxius : Leaves from the life of an immortal

by Charles Godfrey Leland

EN·~8 hours·1 chapter

Chapters

1 total

Leaves from the Life of

8:26:06

Description

In this eclectic collection, the narrator invites listeners into the world of Flaxus, a youthful immortal whose lineage hints at priestly sorcery and fairy blood. Set against the backdrop of ancient Italy, the early episodes blend mythic festivals, shy encounters, and the subtle emergence of magical talent, offering a flavor of medieval legend woven with lyrical ballads. The prose moves like a tapestry of varied dishes, each story a distinct flavor yet part of a larger, harmonious feast for the imagination.

Beyond the first blossoming adventure, the volume unfolds with newly presented Breitmann ballads and hints of a larger “Ballads of Witchcraft and Songs of Sorcery” project that the author has nurtured for decades. Readers are treated to a warm, scholarly tone that celebrates folklore collected from Italian countryside companions, promising a rich, atmospheric listening experience rooted in timeless enchantment.

Details

Language

en

Duration

~8 hours (485K characters)

Release date

Dec 1, 2025

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Charles Godfrey Leland

Charles Godfrey Leland

1824–1903

A lively 19th-century American writer, journalist, and folklorist, he is remembered both for the comic "Hans Breitmann Ballads" and for his wide-ranging interest in European folk traditions. His books move easily between humor, travel, language, and the study of legends that later fascinated generations of readers.

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