A century before Jacques Cousteau, Jules Verne took readers for a whirlwind journey beneath the sea in the submarine Nautilus. Accompany brilliant scientist, Pierre Aronnax; his faithful servant, Conseil; bold mariner, Ned Land; and mysterious Captain Nemo as they walk on the ocean floor, journey beneath polar ice, and fight for their lives against sharks, giant squid, and one another. Verne's famous gift for prophesying future events still startles us throughout this electrifying voyage, adapted and narrated by Jim Weiss. Come aboard!

Young listeners will be captivated by Mark Twain's remarkable adventure story of two young boys who exchange identities and learn the nature of true nobility. Adapted and narrated by Jim Weiss. A classic adventure set in medieval England, this tale is brought to a new generation by master storyteller Jim Weiss. The whole family will enjoy listening to Mark Twain's remarkable adventure story of two young boys who exchange identities and learn the nature of true nobility.

Follow the saga of American exploration, from Jefferson and Monroe securing the Louisiana Purchase through the bold explorations of Lewis & Clark and Sacagawea. Experience the dawning of a new age aboard Robert Fulton's steamboat, and ride the rumbling wagons of the Oregon Trail pioneers. Feel the devastating effects faced by proud Native American warriors, and witness the mammoth undertaking of the transcontinental railroad. Journey with the brave souls who hung out the sign, "Gone West".

Poems can sweep us away to fantasy lands or long-ago times, or show us everyday people and creatures in a whole new light. In this new recording, master storyteller Jim Weiss introduces children to the magic of poetry, performing 40 classic poems, and providing brief introductions to the poets, including Emily Dickinson, Walt Whitman, E.E. Cummings, and many more.

Two classic tales of high adventure, abridged, adapted, and thrillingly narrated by Jim Weiss! Travel to long-ago times of heroism and adventure in France and England, in these two classic stories that the whole family will enjoy. Violence is downplayed and the characters in the two swashbuckling stories are portrayed as humans with thoughts and feelings. Adapted and performed by master storyteller Jim Weiss.

Charles Dickens' masterful historical novel, set in Paris and London during the French Revolution, combines life-and-death adventure with a moving personal story. Lucie Manette, daughter of a revolutionary hero, and Charles Darnay, an aristocrat sympathetic to the poor, are in love. When vengeful revolutionaries seize Charles, can Lucie's friend, Sydney Carton, save him - and at what cost?

Master storyteller Jim Weiss takes listeners on a thrilling journey through the night sky, sharing the fascinating stories behind Orion, Taurus, and other constellations. For thousands of years, cultures around the world have told stories about the stars--tales of brave heroes, mysterious monsters, faithful friends, and epic journeys.

In this audiobook, written and narrated by Jim Weiss, you'll experience the life and times of one of history's most brilliant women, Queen Elizabeth I, and share the swashbuckling, true adventures of Sir Francis Drake: pirate, world explorer, and ultimately, national hero. From daring sea voyages to glittering throne rooms to the dreaded Tower of London, you will experience the pageantry of olde England with two of history's most fascinating characters: Elizabeth I, brilliant and daring ruler, and Sir Francis Drake, pirate, world explorer, and ultimately, national hero.

Renowned voice actor Jim Weiss brings young listeners delightful tellings of Aesop's Fables, plus lively tales from Grimm, Chaucer, and others. Also features Jim's famous performance of "The Tortoise and the Hare." Perfect for children who are ready to move beyond music to recordings of the spoken word.

With humor and heart, storyteller Jim Weiss brings ancient stories to a new generation of listeners. Master storyteller Jim Weiss brings these classic stories to a new generation of listeners! From the greedy dog to the hardworking ants, from a contest between Sun and Wind to the boy who cried "Wolf!", each tale will entertain the whole family while also teaching a gentle lesson about how to live a kind, wise life.

Master storyteller Jim Weiss brings young listeners the glorious richness of two of Shakespeare's best loved plays, on a level children can grasp. Renowned storyteller Jim Weiss brings us the magic and mistaken identities of A Midsummer Night's Dream, and the comedy of The Taming of the Shrew.

Laugh out loud! Jim Weiss mixes together some of the funniest stories and poems from the world's wittiest authors for a recording that delights the entire family.

Jim Weiss guides listeners on a journey to encounter the fascinating people, high ideals, and bloody battles of the French Revolution and Napoleon's empire. Enter the whirlwind of the French Revolution and follow Napoleon's relentless march of conquest. From the burning desert sands of Egypt and the frozen plains of Russia to the lush jungles of Haiti and the sweeping prairies of North America, Jim Weiss guides listeners through the story of a tumultuous worldwide struggle for liberty.

Storyteller Jim Weiss brings to life these classic tales of a wish-granting Genie, the 40 Thieves, and talking animals. Jim transports the listener to the magical world of the Arabian Nights. An introduction to Scheherazade, who first spun the tales, leads into a selection of stories with a unique fascination.

Pirates! Buried Treasure! Loyal friends and treacherous villains! Here is Robert Louis Stevenson's immortal adventure, as told by Jim Weiss, with all its vivid characters. Set sail for an unforgettable voyage filled with pirates, backstabbing villains, and, of course, buried treasure! The plot twists and narrow escapes will have you on the edge of your seat.