The $30,000 Bequest and Other Stories
Mark Twain
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The $30,000 Bequest is a collection of short stories and humorous anecdotes by the renowned author Mark Twain. In this engaging compilation, Twain showcases his signature wit and keen observations of human nature, offering listeners a delightful glimpse into the absurdities of life.
Set against the backdrop of Twain's unique perspective on society, these tales explore themes of wealth, ambition, and the quirks of everyday people. Each story is infused with Twain's characteristic humor, making the ordinary seem extraordinary and inviting listeners to reflect on the follies of their own lives.
Published in 1906, this collection remains a testament to Twain's enduring legacy as a master storyteller. Whether you're a longtime fan or new to his work, The $30,000 Bequest promises to entertain and amuse with its clever narratives and timeless insights.
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| The $30,000 Bequest, pt 1 | 35:37 | Gelesen von TriciaG | |
| The $30,000 Bequest, pt 2 | 37:17 | Gelesen von TriciaG | |
| A Dog's Tale | 25:47 | Gelesen von TriciaG | |
| Was it Heaven? Or Hell? | 45:34 | Gelesen von TriciaG | |
| A Cure for the Blues | 50:02 | Gelesen von TriciaG | |
| The Curious Book, pt 1 | 1:09:06 | Gelesen von TriciaG | |
| The Curious Book, pt 2 | 42:49 | Gelesen von TriciaG | |
| The Californian's Tale | 19:12 | Gelesen von TriciaG | |
| A Helpless Situation | 13:23 | Gelesen von TriciaG | |
| A Telephonic Conversation | 6:51 | Gelesen von TriciaG | |
| Edward Mills and George Benton: A Tale | 16:26 | Gelesen von Richard Kilmer (1942-2022) | |
| The Five Boons of Life | 5:56 | Gelesen von TriciaG | |
| The First Writing-Machines | 7:43 | Gelesen von TriciaG | |
| Italian Without a Master | 16:44 | Gelesen von TriciaG | |
| Italian With Grammar | 17:35 | Gelesen von TriciaG | |
| A Burlesque Biography | 15:00 | Gelesen von Bellona Times | |
| How to Tell a Story | 14:54 | Gelesen von Robert D. Kinney | |
| General Washington's Negro Body-Servant | 10:19 | Gelesen von Bellona Times | |
| Wit Inspirations of the 'Two-Year-Olds' | 6:58 | Gelesen von Kalynda | |
| An Entertaining Article | 19:52 | Gelesen von Ann Boulais | |
| A Letter to the Secretary of the Treasury | 1:33 | Gelesen von TriciaG | |
| Amended Obituaries | 4:49 | Gelesen von TriciaG | |
| A Monument to Adam | 4:58 | Gelesen von TriciaG | |
| A Humane Word from Satan | 3:10 | Gelesen von TriciaG | |
| Introduction to 'The New Guide of the Conversation in Portuguese and English' | 7:08 | Gelesen von TriciaG | |
| Advice to Little Girls | 2:50 | Gelesen von TriciaG | |
| Post-Mortem Poetry | 11:29 | Gelesen von Kalynda | |
| The Danger of Lying in Bed | 8:48 | Gelesen von Richard Kilmer (1942-2022) | |
| Portrait of King William III | 5:37 | Gelesen von Eric Leach | |
| Does the Race of Man Love a Lord? | 28:20 | Gelesen von Ann Boulais | |
| Extracts from Adam's Diary | 27:01 | Gelesen von Richard Kilmer (1942-2022) | |
| Eve's Diary | 24:18 | Gelesen von TriciaG | |
| Extract from Adam's Diary | 16:27 | Gelesen von TriciaG |
Bewertungen
great stories, terrible reading
Rodger Jacobsen
Regular Librivox users probably know to beware of stories that have more than on reader, so I usually sample some of the tracks before downloading. I did this but my random trials missed the worst of these and when I tried to listen I was appalled at how bad must of the readings were. the torture is that it's hard to discard a good story even though the reading stinks.