
audiobook
GREAT SHORT STORIES
THE ATTACK ON THE MILL
VENUS OF ILLE
THE PAVILION ON THE LINKS
THE PRISONERS
THE SIEGE OF BERLIN
THE MAN WHO WOULD BE KING
THE BLACK PEARL
THE PRISONER OF ASSIOUT
THE SMUGGLERS OF THE CLONE
Step into a lively anthology that brings together some of the most celebrated short tales from French, English, and American literature. Each story blends romance with a streak of adventure, offering listeners vivid characters and settings that feel both timeless and immediate. From bustling village festivities to quiet country inns, the collection captures everyday passions and surprising twists.
The opening piece transports you to a sun‑drenched mill in a lush valley, where a wedding celebration unfolds beneath ancient trees and babbling streams. The story's keen eye for detail paints the countryside in such vivid colors that the rustle of leaves and the creak of the old waterwheel seem audible through the headphones. As the gathering proceeds, subtle tensions hint at deeper currents, promising the blend of romance and social insight that defines the rest of the volume.
Language
en
Duration
~13 hours (776K characters)
Release date
2024-10-10
Rights
Public domain in the USA.