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President John Quincy Adams led a very fulfilling life in politics. He had been a senator, ambassador, and President. When his job as America’s top leader was over he was asked to return to Washington as a member of the House of Representatives where he remained until he died. This audiobook pays tribute to his role in drawing attention to the negative aspects of slavery long before Abraham Lincoln took office.

President Theodore Roosevelt is a co-author of this biographical look at the profound bravery of flag-bearers on both sides of the Civil War. Roosevelt would write, "To guard one's own flag against capture is the pride, to capture the flag of one's enemy the ambition, of every valiant soldier." This frank recounting proves the truth of the power of the flag.

This is a beloved poem that feature young love brought low by an early death. Love stands even in death. Love grounds the author when others wish him to move on. This is a poem that shows passion for the one you love can be more than any temporary feeling.

President Theodore Roosevelt shares writing credit on this biographical overview of some of the Civil War battles fought by Ulysses Grant in and around Vicksburg. Without traditional guidance from Washington Grant fought a formidable series of battles that are described by the author as, "the most brilliant single campaign of the war." Follow along the thrilling telling of this story narrated by Glenn Hascall.

President Theodore Roosevelt shares writing credit on this biographical overview of the Civil War battle fought by Sheridan at Cedar Creek. A day that started in disaster would end with victory. A man who accepted responsibility for his troops led them back from the brink of despair.

A classic poem from acclaimed author Alfred, Lord Tennyson. Grief sometimes comes at Christmas. We may believe there is no hope for happiness again on the day of Christmas bells and gifts, but in the midst of this grief there is the birth of hope. When something is lost - something new may be found. Not easy, but universally true.

Helen Keller is known for being without sight and without hearing. Yet this endearing poem by this wonderful woman gives no hint as to her disabilities. Perhaps she saw more than those gifted with sight - heard more than those with the most acute hearing. A poem that is as much history and creative expression - as much patriotic as religious. The listener is left to define the meaning of the old stone wall.

Not to be confused with the classic poem, this short story is a delightful bit of storytelling about the many babes in the wood. This not only includes children, but also beetles, ants, spiders, and - wasps. Educations and just plain fun for the child in all of us.

Six verses are among the most comforting in all Scripture. Psalm 23 is the basis for this classic book from 1921. Filled with poems and stories, this should leave each listener with assurance and comfort. There's more to these six verses than you might have believed.

Classic Grimm Brothers, this tale follows seven young goats that do their best to follow "Mama's" advice while she is away, but wolves can be so devious. The wolf apparently failed to read the script first or he might not have chosen to confront the goats.

Being born a son of a king may have its privileges, but for Siegfried he had to learn skills kings usually never use. His wise father and mother wanted Siegfried to identify with the people he would one day lead. Time spent in a blacksmith shop with mentor Mimer teaches Siegfried lessons he didn't think he would need to learn.

Mrs. Molesworth was an English writer who claimed morals as the aim of her words. This is true of this story. Two brothers come to understand that no bad fairy causes havoc in a home, but perhaps missing items could be the result of boys who have yet to learn the value of cleaning up what they have messed up - and the good fairy was someone they knew.

Christmas represents the passing of time. In this warm Christmas tale, the beloved author uses the trees to show a passing of time. Filled with gentle humor and affirmation this short story should be a favorite - maybe from the first listen. Narrated by Glenn Hascall.

Teig was a wee bit selfish on Christmas Eve. He was a prospector and the prospect of gold seemed more important than helping others celebrate the blessed day. He ignored the knocks that begged his help. He blocked out the words to songs that invited generosity. A visit from some faeries helped Teig see there was more to life than golden nuggets.

The connection between pet and owner can be incredibly strong. This gentle story follows this connection past the passing of the pet. Some things just can't be explained, and this is just such a short story.

This is the tale of two distinguished snails whose adopted son is in need of a wife. The mother and father snail believe they know more about life than any creature, but accept the help of ant and gnat to find a wife for their son. A short tale of whimsy and delight from the pen of Hans Christian Andersen.

Bart and Flora were newlyweds on the Great Plains. Flora loved her husband, but wanted the companionship of others. Then when she was sewing she saw a cabin off in the distance. When she asked Bart about it he didn’t want to talk about it. The truth is the essence - and mystery - of this short story.

The old phrase, "No good deed goes unpunished" may well be the premise of this delightful holiday poem from beloved writer James Whitcomb Riley. A father's surprise may seem to backfire in a very literal way. Written in a fun dialect this story poem is for all ages.

The old man had the oldest house and the oldest home furnishings. All his friends had passed on, but an unlikely friendship develops between the old man and the young boy. The houses and home furnishings speak and create a unique atmosphere when the boy visits. Perhaps the old house is a suitable euphemism for the life we give to memories.

A classic short story from beloved author Charles Dickens. As was common among many of Dickens' stories, this tale deals with death and human connection. It is a story of hope and compassion. It is a story of love.