Classic Audiobook Collection

History of the Johnstown Flood by Willis Fletcher Johnson audiobook. Dive into the heart-pounding drama of late-19th-century America with Willis Fletcher Johnson’s History of the Johnstown Flood, a riveting narrative that transforms one of the nation’s most devastating natural disasters into an audiobook experience you won’t be able to pause. From the ominous rumble of the failing South Fork Dam to the desperate cries of townspeople fighting for their lives, Johnson’s vivid prose paints each moment with breathtaking clarity—every surge of water, every clash of rescue crews and debris, every heart-wrenching reunion and tragic loss. As you listen, you’ll feel the chill of the mountain air, the thunderous crash of pent-up waters, and the raw emotion of a community forever altered by catastrophe. Expert narrators breathe life into Johnson’s meticulous research and firsthand accounts, guiding you through dramatic rescues, political intrigue over liability, and the triumph of human resilience in the aftermath of unimaginable destruction. Whether you’re a history buff or simply crave a compelling story told with journalistic precision and emotional power, this audiobook promises to engross you from the first crack of the dam to the final note of hope rising above the floodwaters. Chapters (Approximate)(00:00:00) Chapter 00(00:01:21) Chapter 01(00:17:44) Chapter 02(00:27:09) Chapter 03(00:37:01) Chapter 04(00:51:33) Chapter 05(01:07:02) Chapter 06(01:22:54) Chapter 07(01:32:24) Chapter 08(01:45:08) Chapter 09(02:00:18) Chapter 10(02:11:16) Chapter 11(02:18:59) Chapter 12(02:26:41) Chapter 13(02:36:01) Chapter 14(02:45:03) Chapter 15(02:52:38) Chapter 16(03:04:33) Chapter 17(03:12:10) Chapter 18(03:22:18) Chapter 19(03:33:02) Chapter 20(03:42:10) Chapter 21(03:54:48) Chapter 22(04:10:22) Chapter 23(04:27:38) Chapter 24(04:40:45) Chapter 25(04:54:13) Chapter 26(05:03:17) Chapter 27(05:30:11) Chapter 28(05:39:13) Chapter 29(05:50:23) Chapter 30(05:56:05) Chapter 31(06:07:35) Chapter 32(06:16:17) Chapter 33(06:24:04) Chapter 34(06:29:04) Chapter 35(06:35:39) Chapter 36(06:46:37) Chapter 37(06:56:38) Chapter 38(07:11:12) Chapter 39(07:20:28) Chapter 40 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Biographical Memoir of John Wesley Powell, 1834-1902 by William Morris Davis audiobook. Imagine yourself swept into the heart of 19th-century America, paddling through the untamed rapids of the Colorado River, shoulder-to-shoulder with a Civil War–scarred cavalry officer turned intrepid geologist whose one-armed grip on his paddle symbolized both the resilience of the human spirit and the unquenchable thirst for discovery. In this masterful Biographical Memoir of John Wesley Powell, 1834–1902, by William Morris Davis, you’ll hear the crackle of campfires under star-filled skies, sense the thunder of cataracts just beyond reach, and follow every daring cartographic stroke as Powell maps the shifting contours of the American West for the first time. Davis’s prose, rich with scientific insight and brimming with the excitement of raw exploration, breathes life into Powell’s extraordinary achievements—his groundbreaking surveys for the US Geological Survey, his respectful encounters with indigenous peoples, and his visionary advocacy for water management that echoes through our own climate-challenged era. The audiobook’s narrator carries you effortlessly from the dusty halls of Harvard to the echoing caverns of the Grand Canyon, transforming every turn of phrase into an invitation to witness history. Press play, and let John Wesley Powell’s epic journey redefine your sense of adventure, courage, and the boundless possibilities of the American landscape. Chapters (Approximate)(00:00:00) Chapter 01(00:05:39) Chapter 02(00:10:42) Chapter 03(00:15:10) Chapter 04(00:24:28) Chapter 05(00:35:38) Chapter 06(00:46:48) Chapter 07(00:53:08) Chapter 08(01:01:24) Chapter 09(01:09:22) Chapter 10(01:14:42) Chapter 11(01:22:05) Chapter 12(01:43:08) Chapter 13(01:54:27) Chapter 14(01:59:53) Chapter 15(02:04:03) Chapter 16(02:06:02) Chapter 17(02:13:23) Chapter 18(02:20:45) Chapter 19(02:24:14) Chapter 20(02:31:36) Chapter 21(02:34:57) Chapter 22(02:41:57) Chapter 23(02:45:24) Chapter 24(02:55:06) Chapter 25(02:58:18) Chapter 26(03:05:16) Chapter 27(03:17:05) Chapter 28(03:18:45) Chapter 29(03:23:30) Chapter 30(03:29:53) Chapter 31(03:32:32) Chapter 32(03:37:16) Chapter 33 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Apartment Next Door by William Johnston audiobook. From the first moment you slip on your headphones and press play, The Apartment Next Door sweeps you into a pulse-pounding world of whispered secrets and shattered trust. William Johnston’s masterful thriller plunges you deep into the unsettling calm of suburban life, where newlyweds Kate and Michael Campbell think they’ve found the perfect nest—until the arrival of the enigmatic neighbors next door. As night after night of muffled arguments and icy silences seep through the paper-thin walls, every creak of the floorboards and distant door slam feels like a dark invitation to look closer, listen harder, and uncover the truth. With an addictive blend of psychological tension and razor-sharp twists, Johnston crafts characters so vivid you’ll swear you can hear their every heartbeat in your ear, and a storyline so intricately layered that when the shocking finale arrives, you’ll remember exactly where you were when it crushed your expectations. Narrated by a voice that embodies both hushed dread and escalating dread, this audiobook transforms suburban normalcy into a labyrinth of suspicion and dread, drawing you irresistibly toward its final, unforgettable twist. If you crave a story that keeps you guessing, grips you with every word, and lingers in your mind long after the last syllable fades, The Apartment Next Door is the audio escape you didn’t know you needed—until now. Chapters (Approximate)(00:00:00) Chapter 01(00:18:48) Chapter 02(00:42:32) Chapter 03(01:04:11) Chapter 04(01:26:19) Chapter 05(01:48:46) Chapter 06(02:10:18) Chapter 07(02:31:08) Chapter 08(02:49:35) Chapter 09(03:09:17) Chapter 10(03:26:49) Chapter 11(03:49:15) Chapter 12(04:05:49) Chapter 13(04:23:16) Chapter 14(04:40:42) Chapter 15(04:57:32) Chapter 16(05:13:05) Chapter 17(05:28:38) Chapter 18 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Troubled Man's Medicine by William Hugh audiobook. Imagine settling into your headphones and instantly being swept into the shadowy corridors of a mind on the brink, where every whispered confession and pounding heartbeat feels as real as your own—this is the spellbinding promise of The Troubled Man’s Medicine by William Hugh in its audiobook form. From the first echo of the narrator’s resonant timbre, you’ll be drawn into a world where medicine becomes both salvation and curse, where a single vial holds the power to unlock terrifying memories and hidden truths long buried in the darkest recesses of one man’s soul. The story unfolds in haunting clarity: a man, haunted by guilt and desperate for relief, stumbles upon a mysterious remedy rumored to banish fear forever, only to discover that healing comes at a price more harrowing than the pain it purports to cure. Each chapter builds with the precision of a finely tuned heartbeat, the pacing mirroring the protagonist’s own frantic descent into obsession. As the narrator’s voice shifts from hushed, intimate confessions to urgent, breathless reveals, you’ll find your own pulse quickening, your senses heightened by the crackle of suspense that hangs in every line. And because this is the audiobook experience, you’re not merely reading— you’re living every tremor of doubt, every surge of hope, every agonizing twist. By the final revelation, you’ll be left questioning not only the boundaries of medicine and morality, but the depths of your own courage. Trust the power of William Hugh’s riveting storytelling and the immersive artistry of this audio performance to deliver an experience so gripping, so visceral, that you’ll forget you’re listening—and will only remember that you can’t afford to miss a single word. Chapters (Approximate)(00:00:00) Chapter 01(00:34:14) Chapter 02(00:51:02) Chapter 03(01:24:37) Chapter 04(01:27:14) Chapter 05(02:31:32) Chapter 06 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gravenhurst, or Thoughts on Good and Evil by William Henry Smith audiobook. Step into the mist-shrouded world of Gravenhurst and let the velvety tones of its audiobook narrator carry you on a journey where every whisper of wind, every creak of ancient floorboards, and every hushed confession resonates with the question at the heart of William Henry Smith’s masterpiece: what truly divides good from evil? From the very first syllable, you’re drawn into the crumbling grandeur of an English manor and the dark secrets its inhabitants have buried for generations. As the narrator’s rich baritone shifts effortlessly from urgent revelation to contemplative rumination, you’ll feel the weight of moral dilemmas as though they were your own—each dilemma springing from Smith’s graceful, probing prose. Moonlit rendezvous in neglected gardens, clandestine debates by candlelight, and thunderous revelations in echoing halls all come alive in soundscapes that blur the line between history and myth, intellect and instinct. More than a philosophical treatise, Gravenhurst is a riveting portrait of human nature, and this audiobook transforms Smith’s eloquent meditation on sin, redemption, and the shadowlands in between into an immersive theatre of the mind. Allow yourself to be captivated by every measured pause, every subtle inflection, every moment when you’re forced to ask: if you could choose between comfort and conscience, which would you embrace? Press play—and discover why listeners everywhere are enthralled by the magnetic power of this unforgettable exploration of good and evil. Chapters (Approximate)(00:00:00) Chapter 01(00:19:45) Chapter 02(00:42:46) Chapter 03(01:03:25) Chapter 04(01:13:59) Chapter 05(01:29:37) Chapter 06(01:47:00) Chapter 07(02:02:59) Chapter 08(02:17:38) Chapter 09(02:44:57) Chapter 10(03:05:40) Chapter 11(03:37:48) Chapter 12(04:02:34) Chapter 13(04:31:53) Chapter 14(04:54:46) Chapter 15(05:24:26) Chapter 16(05:48:06) Chapter 17(06:12:26) Chapter 18 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mosquitoes by William Faulkner audiobook. Step aboard William Faulkner’s riotous debut, Mosquitoes, and let its luscious rhythms and razor-sharp wit carry you away on an unforgettable auditory voyage. In this early masterpiece, a motley crew of artists, writers and playboys gather for a steamy Gulf of Mexico cruise, sparking hilarious rivalries and intoxicating flirtations beneath their brimmed hats while Faulkner’s language dances with sly irony and vivid, sun-drenched imagery. The audiobook’s dynamic narration amplifies every jab of dialogue and swirl of sea breeze, capturing the characters’ mounting frustrations— between the insecure poet Gordon, the worldly Cleveland Mary and her mischievous niece Mary-Love—like a perfectly timed performance piece. You’ll find yourself chuckling at their pretentious posturing, transfixed by Faulkner’s early experimentation with voice and point of view, and carried along by the narrator’s seamless shifts between playful banter and moments of surprising tenderness. If you crave a richly textured escape where the salt spray tangles with high-society farce, Mosquitoes in audio form delivers Faulkner’s youthful audacity straight to your ears, leaving you eager for every twist, every stinging barb—and every breathtaking glimpse of the author who would become one of America’s greatest literary voices. Chapters (Approximate)(00:00:00) Chapter 00(00:01:34) Chapter 01(00:12:39) Chapter 02(00:31:49) Chapter 03(00:52:22) Chapter 04(00:56:50) Chapter 05(01:06:05) Chapter 06(01:15:56) Chapter 07(01:17:19) Chapter 08(01:21:35) Chapter 09(01:33:39) Chapter 10(01:41:39) Chapter 11(01:45:17) Chapter 12(01:56:38) Chapter 13(02:19:55) Chapter 14(02:31:32) Chapter 15(02:40:39) Chapter 16(02:46:34) Chapter 17(02:55:54) Chapter 18(03:01:26) Chapter 19(03:09:31) Chapter 20(03:19:55) Chapter 21(03:26:11) Chapter 22(03:29:00) Chapter 23(03:42:44) Chapter 24(04:01:52) Chapter 25(04:16:16) Chapter 26(04:53:50) Chapter 27(04:57:19) Chapter 28(05:13:57) Chapter 29(05:26:31) Chapter 30(05:30:59) Chapter 31(05:35:10) Chapter 32(05:40:30) Chapter 33(05:47:53) Chapter 34(05:53:04) Chapter 35(06:08:31) Chapter 36(06:14:56) Chapter 37(06:40:08) Chapter 38(06:54:58) Chapter 39(06:59:33) Chapter 40(07:08:02) Chapter 41(07:21:13) Chapter 42(07:42:39) Chapter 43(07:44:41) Chapter 44(07:46:18) Chapter 45(07:50:54) Chapter 46(08:00:04) Chapter 47(08:03:02) Chapter 48(08:17:50) Chapter 49(08:26:56) Chapter 50(08:42:32) Chapter 51(08:48:37) Chapter 52(08:59:03) Chapter 53(09:14:42) Chapter 54(09:21:53) Chapter 55(09:32:40) Chapter 56(09:37:31) Chapter 57(09:41:39) Chapter 58(09:55:30) Chapter 59(10:00:44) Chapter 60(10:21:41) Chapter 61(10:30:44) Chapter 62(10:59:00) Chapter 63(11:11:36) Chapter 64(11:26:43) Chapter 65 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sour Grapes by William Carlos Williams audiobook. Imagine stepping into a cozy parlor on a warm summer evening, your senses sharpened by the gentle crackle of a radio drama as tension piles up in the simplest of settings: a husband anxiously dialing home to check on his wife’s whereabouts, a friend’s low-key taunts that quietly ratchet suspense, and an unexpected twist that lands with a deliciously ironic snap—this is the world William Carlos Williams unfolds in “Sour Grapes,” and in audiobook form it feels more alive than ever. Williams’s prose, crisp and deceptively plain, pulses with the rhythm of real conversation, and a skilled narrator can coax every nuance—every flicker of jealousy, every sly smile—from the page into your ear, transforming the story into an intimate performance. You’ll hear the slight catch in the husband’s voice as he wrestles with doubt, the casual laughter of his friend as he toys with mischief, and that final, sharp revelation that delivers a satisfying punch far more striking than any melodramatic climax. Short, sharp, and infused with the author’s gift for turning the ordinary into the edge of a knife, “Sour Grapes” is a perfect audiobook treat for anyone who savors clever storytelling that lingers long after the last line is read. Let yourself be guided by a voice that captures every detail, from the soft hum of domestic routine to the prickly sting of human folly—this is Williams’s artistry at its most vivid, and it’s waiting for you to press play. Chapters (Approximate)(00:00:00) Chapter 01(00:29:40) Chapter 02 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Smoky The Cowhorse by Will James audiobook. Imagine settling in as the sun dips low and being swept away into the vast, untamed West through the rich, evocative narration of Smoky The Cowhorse, where every hoofbeat thunders with freedom, every whispered breeze across sagebrush carries a story, and the bond between a gentle stallion and the brave young cowboy who calls him friend stirs your soul in ways you never imagined. From the moment Smoky is born wild on the Montana range, you’ll feel the wind in his mane and taste the thrill of open prairie; when he’s stolen, broken, and forced into a life of hardship, your heart will echo his pain, only to swell with triumph as he reclaims his spirit under the compassionate guidance of Clint, a ranch kid whose quiet courage and unwavering loyalty mirror Smoky’s own pride and resilience. The audiobook’s masterful voice actor breathes life into every character—from grizzled cowhands sharing campfire tales to the silent majesty of Smoky himself—while the crack of the lariats, the low murmur of cattle drives, and the haunting call of hawks overhead envelop you in an auditory panorama so vivid, you’ll swear you feel dust on your boots and hear the cattle lowing at dawn. This is more than a tale of horse and man—it’s an ode to perseverance, the healing power of friendship, and the wild heart that refuses to be tamed. Press play and let Smoky’s journey carry you across windswept mesas and star-studded skies; by the final chapter, you’ll emerge renewed, forever changed by the echo of those hoofbeats in your mind. Chapters (Approximate)(00:00:00) Chapter 00(00:03:47) Chapter 01(00:37:06) Chapter 02(01:06:57) Chapter 03(01:39:45) Chapter 04(02:14:52) Chapter 05(02:50:33) Chapter 06(03:24:54) Chapter 07(03:53:45) Chapter 08(04:31:22) Chapter 09(05:09:43) Chapter 10(05:45:49) Chapter 11(06:22:17) Chapter 12(07:00:05) Chapter 13(07:35:08) Chapter 14 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Galileo by Walter W. Bryant audiobook. Step into the rattling streets of 16th-century Pisa and the candlelit halls of the Roman Inquisition with Walter W. Bryant’s “Galileo,” now brilliantly conveyed in audiobook form by a rich, authoritative voice that turns history into a living, breathing drama. From the moment our narrator’s warm timbre greets you, you’ll feel the tension of a young, fiercely curious mind as Galileo Galilei crafts his first telescope and peers into a cosmos full of untold mysteries. Bryant’s meticulous research blossoms in vivid scenes: the thrill of discovery as Jupiter’s moons come into focus, the hush of scholarly halls debating whether Earth orbits the Sun, and the harrowing footsteps echoing down stone corridors toward the Vatican’s tribunal. Each chapter crackles with intellectual passion, personal sacrifice, and the clash between reason and authority—brought to life through masterful pacing, subtle inflections, and evocative sound design that places you at Galileo’s side, heart pounding as he defends his truth against the might of the Church. Whether you’re a history buff, science enthusiast, or simply craving a gripping saga of courage and conviction, this audiobook will carry you across centuries in an unforgettable journey. Press play, and witness the dawn of modern science through the eyes of its greatest pioneer. Chapters (Approximate)(00:00:00) Chapter 01(00:10:56) Chapter 02(00:22:02) Chapter 03(00:32:44) Chapter 04(00:44:24) Chapter 05(00:54:56) Chapter 06(01:00:28) Chapter 07(01:11:29) Chapter 08(01:21:31) Chapter 09(01:32:42) Chapter 10(01:42:09) Chapter 11(01:51:23) Chapter 12 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A Last Diary by W. N. P. Barbellion audiobook. Imagine settling into the warm glow of your favorite listening nook as a calm, resonant voice draws you into the world of W. N. P. Barbellion’s A Last Diary, where every entry reads like a private letter from a soul determined to seize joy in the face of mortality. From the first gentle tones of the narrator, you’re swept into Barbellion’s gorgeously candid reflections on the wonders of nature, the quirkiness of human ambition, and the subtle triumphs of a mind unbowed by illness. As you follow him through misty mornings spent sketching the sky and sleepless nights spent wrestling with the weight of his own body, the audiobook’s seamless pacing and expressive inflections breathe new life into his sharp wit, tender humor and unflinching honesty. You’ll feel the thrill of his intellectual wanderings, the ache of his deepest vulnerabilities, and the quiet victories of finding purpose in every fleeting moment. Perfect for anyone who craves a memoir that is as profound as it is uplifting, this audiobook edition of A Last Diary transforms Barbellion’s brief but blazing journey into an immersive experience—one that reminds you how richly alive we can be, even when time is short. Press play, and let Barbellion’s courageous spirit and the narrator’s evocative tone carry you through a story that lingers long after the final words fade. Chapters (Approximate)(00:00:00) Chapter 00(00:57:40) Chapter 01(01:23:08) Chapter 02(01:45:15) Chapter 03(02:13:43) Chapter 04(02:33:54) Chapter 05(02:54:56) Chapter 06(03:18:09) Chapter 07(03:43:52) Chapter 08 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices