Herbert Allen Giles
China and the Chinese
Read by David Barnes
Herbert Allen Giles (1845-1935) spent several years as a diplomat in China and in 1897 was appointed Cambridge University’s second professor…
Religions of Ancient China
Read by MaryAnn
An overview of the religions of China, beginning with Fu Hsi, B.C. 2953-2838, and continuing through the 19th Century.
Chinese Sketches
Read by MaryAnn
Herbert Giles was in the diplomatic service in China from 1867 to 1893. His frank observations on Chinese culture and people form the basis…
Short Story Collection Vol. 073
Read by LibriVox Volunteers
A diverse collection of short stories selected and read in English by Librivox readers. This time, we delve into the works of Saki, Katheri…
Short Story Collection Vol. 088
Read by LibriVox Volunteers
Once more, we bring you a stellar collection of short stories, selected and read by Librivox readers. Joining regular favorites, such as Kat…
Chinese Poetry in English Verse (古今詩選)
Read by MaryAnn
Dear Land of Flowers, forgive me! -- that I tookThese snatches from thy glittering wealth of song, And twisted to the uses of a book Strains…
Short Nonfiction Collection Vol. 026
Read by LibriVox Volunteers
A collection of short nonfiction works in the public domain. The selections included in this collection were independently chosen by the re…