78 Results for : miserly
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A Christmas Carol (Dramatized): A Radio Play Based on Charles Dickens’ Classic Short Story, Hörbuch, Digital, 70min
This is a full-cast recording of Charles Dickens’ classic holiday favorite A Christmas Carol, the tale of miserly old Ebenezer Scrooge. It is Christmas Eve, and the air outside is as cold as Scrooge’s heart. Come nightfall, Scrooge receives three visitors: the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future. Each spirit takes him on a hair-raising journey through time, yielding glimpses of Tiny Tim and Bob Cratchit—and even Scrooge’s painfully hopeful younger self. Will Scrooge’s heart be opened? Can he escape his cursed fate? Language: English. Narrator: Maurice LaMarche, Rob Paulson, Neil Flynn, Robbie Rist. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/blak/004648/bk_blak_004648_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.- Shop: Audible
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Blue Christmas: Lord & Lady Hetheridge Mystery Series #6 , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 398min
When miserly millionaire Barnaby Galen is found dead in his dilapidated mansion, two corpses are on the scene - the murder victim and the murder weapon. Staring into the skeleton face of a horror prop called Granny, Galen dies of fright, leaving only enemies and suspects behind. With echoes of Scrooge and the Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come, Blue Christmas is a witty, heartfelt romantic mystery that will make fans of Emma Jameson's best-selling series want to stand up and cheer.The Lord & Lady Hetheridge Mystery Series (ongoing)Ice BlueBlue MurderSomething BlueBlack & BlueBlue BloodedBlue Christmas ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Matthew Lloyd Davies. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/acx0/185758/bk_acx0_185758_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.- Shop: Audible
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A Christmas Carol [Naxos AudioBooks Edition] , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 193min
A ghostly little book, said Charles Dickens of his famous Christmas novella, which first appeared in 1843. It has become the most famous classic Christmas story of all, with the miserly figure of Scrooge, the epitome of the callous employer; sadly crippled Tiny Tim; and the three spectres: the ghosts of Christmas Past, Christmas Present, and Christmas Future. This audiobook continues the award-winning series of Dickens' works read by leading English classical actor Anton Lesser. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your My Library section along with the audio. ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Anton Lesser. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/naxo/000341/bk_naxo_000341_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.- Shop: Audible
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The Scrooge of Bitcoin: A Christmas Tale , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 120min
Mamie Simon is a grim and miserly old banker who rules over the financial world from the top of her Gotham City tower - and she absolutely hates Bitcoin. On Christmas Eve, she discovers Bob Cratchit, her chief clerk, is leaving his banker's job with her in order to follow the path of Bitcoin. The cringey hag blows her top upon hearing this news, and a battle of wits and wills ensues. Will Bob Cratchit succeed in following his Bitcoin dream, or will cold, heartless Mamie Simon succeed in stopping him? You'll have to listen to the story to find out! ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Steven Garnett. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/acx0/229149/bk_acx0_229149_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.- Shop: Audible
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A Christmas Carol: A Full-Cast Audio Drama, Hörbuch, Digital, 42min
A New Holiday Tradition... Starring Sylvester McCoy as Scrooge! Charles Dickens' classic ghost story for Christmas is brought to life in a full-cast audio adaptation starring Sylvester McCoy (Doctor Who, The Hobbit) as Scrooge! When the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge is delivered a grave warning by the ghost of his former business partner, he is forced to confront his past, present and future... but is it too late for him to change his ways? This beloved tale of redemption has been a tradition for many generations, and Bleak December's new production is destined to become a perennial favorite. Language: English. Narrator: full cast. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/brll/009628/bk_brll_009628_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.- Shop: Audible
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Dragon's Christmas Baby , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 105min
Six months ago, Eben Meiser drove away his business and bed partner with his miserly ways. Marlie Jacobsen is back now, and she didn't come alone. Expecting his baby, she needs his help to keep her safe from her new employer's mob ties. Dragons guard their treasure with their life, and he soon realizes there has never been a better treasure for him than Marlie and the baby she carries. The more time they spend together, the more Eben regrets the past as he tries to keep them safe in the present to ensure they have a future. ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Nicholas Algernon. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/acx0/074030/bk_acx0_074030_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.- Shop: Audible
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Kidnapped , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 462min
Set in the aftermath of the Jacobite Rebellion of 1745, Kidnapped (1886) is a gripping narrative told by David Balfour, a young Whig and Lowlander, who is tracked by his miserly uncle, survives attempted murder, kidnap and shipwreck and, in the company of Alan Breck, a Jacobite, escapes through the Highlands. Kidnapped is an adventure story in which the tensions run deep, not only between pursuer and pursued, but in ancient misunderstandings between the two heroes themselves: Whig and Jacobite, Lowland rationalist and romantic Highlander. This novel is part of Brilliance Audio's extensive Classic Collection, bringing you timeless masterpieces that you and your family are sure to love. ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Michael Page. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/brll/006810/bk_brll_006810_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.- Shop: Audible
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Money for Nothing , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 488min
The peaceful slumber of the Worcester village of Rudge-in-the-Vale is about to be rudely disrupted. First there's a bitter feud between peppery Colonel Wyvern and the Squire of Rudge Hall, rich but miserly Lester Carmody. Second, that arch-villain Chimp Twist has opened a health farm - and he and Soapy and Dolly Molloy are planning a fake burglary so Lester can diddle his insurance company. After the knockout drops are served, things get a little complicated. But will Lester's nephew John win over his true love, Colonel Wyvern's daughter Pat, and restore tranquility to the idyll? It's a close-run thing. . . ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Jonathan Cecil. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/bbcw/002959/bk_bbcw_002959_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.- Shop: Audible
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Jacob T. Marley , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 250min
Marley was dead to begin with.... These chillingly familiar words begin the classic Christmas tale of remorse and redemption in A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens. Now R. William Bennett rewinds the story and focuses the spotlight on Scrooge’s miserly business partner, Jacob T. Marley, who was allowed to return as a ghost to warn Scrooge away from his ill-fated path. Why was Marley allowed to return? And why hadn't he been given the same chance as Ebenezer Scrooge? Or had he? Written with a voice reminiscent of Dickens, Jacob T. Marley is a masterfully crafted story of remorse and redemption, sure to become a Christmas favorite. ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Simon Vance. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/dsrt/000041/bk_dsrt_000041_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.- Shop: Audible
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A Christmas Carol (AmazonClassics Edition) , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 186min
Ebenezer Scrooge has no time for the poor or the wretched. And it's "Bah, humbug!" to anyone who wishes him a Merry Christmas. But when he turns in for the night one cold, fateful Christmas Eve, his past, present, and future converge. Three haunting guests are about to show him that the time has come to change his miserly ways - before it's too late. Discover the everlasting spirit of the holiday season in Charles Dickens's cherished story of hope, joy, empathy, and love. Revised edition: Previously published as A Christmas Carol, this edition of A Christmas Carol (AmazonClassics Edition) includes editorial revisions. ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Michael Page. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/brll/009762/bk_brll_009762_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.- Shop: Audible
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