Tales of Wonder
Lord Dunsany
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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.
Chapitres
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| Preface | 2:41 | Lu par Mike Pelton | |
| A Tale of London | 8:56 | Lu par Sandra Cullum | |
| Thirteen at Table | 26:07 | Lu par Sandra Cullum | |
| The City of Mallington Moor | 21:18 | Lu par Sandra Cullum | |
| Why the Milkman Shudders When he Perceives the Dawn | 8:13 | Lu par Sandra Cullum | |
| The Bad Old Woman in Black | 6:22 | Lu par Sandra Cullum | |
| The Bird of the Difficult Eye | 7:50 | Lu par Lynn Fiorentino | |
| The Long Porter's Tale | 14:01 | Lu par Ed Humpal | |
| The Loot of Loma | 8:20 | Lu par David Starner | |
| The Secret of the Sea | 9:12 | Lu par Ed Humpal | |
| How Ali Came to the Black Country | 11:13 | Lu par Sandra Cullum | |
| The Bureau d'Echange de Maux | 10:35 | Lu par Jason Mayoff | |
| The Story of Land and Sea, part 1 | 26:01 | Lu par Ed Humpal | |
| The Story of Land and Sea, part 2 | 27:21 | Lu par Ed Humpal | |
| Guarantee to the Reader | 2:13 | Lu par Ed Humpal | |
| A Tale of the Equator | 7:36 | Lu par Sandra Cullum | |
| A Narrow Escape | 6:17 | Lu par Sandra Cullum | |
| The Watch-Tower | 6:27 | Lu par Sandra Cullum | |
| How Plash-Goo Came to the Land of None's Desire | 5:39 | Lu par Sandra Cullum | |
| The Three Sailor's Gambit | 18:09 | Lu par Matt Braymiller | |
| The Exiles Club | 10:50 | Lu par Matt Braymiller | |
| The Three Infernal Jokes | 14:54 | Lu par Matt Braymiller |
Critiques
added sound effects ruin this.
Test Test
I tried so hard to get past the cheesy sound effects. sorry. but this is awful.
hit and miss
Mi・ミシェル・미셸
narrators all clear, good readings, but dunsany has written alot better collections.