Autumn Leaves, Original Pieces in Prose and Verse


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Autumn Leaves is a charming collection of short stories and poems, originally crafted for the enjoyment of a private audience. Compiled by Anne Wales Abbot, this volume showcases the wit and creativity of its contributors, offering a delightful glimpse into the literary spirit of the mid-19th century.

Each piece reflects a unique perspective, blending humor with poignant observations of life. The collection serves not only as entertainment but also as a means to support a noble cause—the establishment of an Agency aimed at aiding the impoverished in Cambridge. Through these pages, readers can appreciate the art of storytelling while contributing to a charitable endeavor.

With its lighthearted tone and diverse themes, Autumn Leaves stands out as a testament to the power of community and creativity. This audiobook invites listeners to immerse themselves in a bygone era, where literature was a source of joy and a vehicle for social good.

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00 - Introduction 1:13 Read by David Lawrence
01 - Christmas Revived 13:29 Read by greatbasinrain
02 - In the Churchyard at Cambridge. A Legend of Lady Lee 1:39 Read by Diana Majlinger
03 - The Little South-Wind 4:16 Read by Neeru Iyer
04 - Lines Written at the Close of Dr. Holmes's Lectures on English Poetry 5:39 Read by TriciaG
05 - Aunt Molly. A Reminiscence of Old Cambridge. 11:38 Read by Ruth Golding
06 - The Sounds of Morning in Cambridge 7:41 Read by ravenotation
07 - The Sounds of Evening in Cambridge 10:07 Read by ravenotation
08 - To the Near-Sighted 7:49 Read by Lynne Handler
09 - Flowers from a Student's Walks 3:59 Read by Cate MacDonald
10 - Miseries. No. 1 6:10 Read by Lynne Handler
11 - Miseries. No. 2. A Dark Night 5:47 Read by David Lawrence
12 - Miseries. No. 3. Twine 6:44 Read by David Lawrence
13 - Miseries. No. 4. Fresh Air 8:14 Read by Lynne Handler
14 - Farewell 2:11 Read by Elli
15 - Innocent Surprises. 4:14 Read by Elli
16 - The Old Sailor 12:13 Read by TriciaG
17 - Laughter 5:50 Read by Neeru Iyer
18 - To Stephen 3:06 Read by Kim Stich
19 - The Old Church 8:38 Read by Kim Stich
20 - "Something than beauty dearer" 1:46 Read by Kim Stich
21 - A Tale found in the Repositories of the Abbots of the Middle Ages 11:43 Read by TriciaG
22 - The Sea 3:29 Read by Elli
23 - Fashion 5:29 Read by ravenotation
24 - A Growl 6:07 Read by Neeru Iyer
25 - To Jenny Lind 1:49 Read by Cate MacDonald
26 - My Herbarium 9:51 Read by TriciaG
27 - The Ostrich 4:21 Read by TriciaG
28 - Cows 5:48 Read by Bob Sherman
29 - The Home-Beacon 9:17 Read by ravenotation
30 - The Fourth of July 6:57 Read by ravenotation
31 - From the Papers of Reginald Ratcliffe, Esq. Part 1 21:39 Read by Adrian Levitsky
32 - From the Papers of Reginald Ratcliffe, Esq. Part 2 21:45 Read by Adrian Levitsky
33 - From the Papers of Reginald Ratcliffe, Esq. Part 3 21:22 Read by Adrian Levitsky