Virgil's The Aeneid—Rome's national epic tracing Aeneas' legendary journey from Troy's ruins to Rome's foundations. A tale of exile, war, destiny, and the costs of empire. Translated by John Dryden, narrated by Mark Cassidy.

📖 About the Work

Commissioned by Augustus Caesar, The Aeneid is Rome's foundational epic—chronicling Aeneas' fated journey as he flees Troy, endures trials and storms, and lays the spiritual foundation for Rome. Structured in 12 books, the poem blends myth, prophecy, and history with poetic grandeur and deep emotional resonance. With its themes of duty, sacrifice, and imperial destiny, Virgil's masterpiece has shaped Western literature for two millennia.

✍️ About Virgil

Publius Vergilius Maro (70–19 BCE), known as Virgil, was Rome's greatest poet. A master of epic, pastoral, and didactic verse who wrote during Augustus' reign, his Aeneid glorified Rome's imperial destiny while reflecting on the costs of war and leadership. His influence on Western literature is immeasurable, inspiring authors from Dante to T.S. Eliot.

🎙️ Narration & Translation

Mark Cassidy brings clarity and gravitas to John Dryden's heroic couplet translation (1631–1700), which preserves the majesty and flow of Virgil's Latin while making it accessible for modern readers. Full on-screen subtitles with no background music—perfect for students, scholars, and literary explorers.

📚 Timestamps

• 00:00 – The Aeneid by Virgil
• 00:13 – Book I
• 53:56 – Book II
• 1:48:41 – Book III
• 2:34:29 – Book IV
• 3:23:36 – Book V
• 4:18:33 – Book VI
• 5:19:47 – Book VII
• 6:14:12 – Book VIII
• 7:03:11 – Book IX
• 7:58:36 – Book X
• 9:04:57 – Book XI
• 10:11:05 – Book XII

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The Dhammapada—a sacred collection of 423 verses attributed to the Buddha, offering timeless guidance on mindfulness, compassion, and wisdom. Translated by F. Max Müller, narrated by Mark Cassidy.

📖 About the Work

The Dhammapada is one of the earliest and most widely read texts in the Pali Canon. Composed of 423 verses divided into 26 thematic chapters, it covers mindfulness, desire, anger, happiness, and the self. Simple, poetic, and deeply profound, these teachings have guided millions for over two millennia with their clarity and universal wisdom on living an ethical, examined life.

✍️ About the Translator

Friedrich Max Müller (1823–1900) was a German-born philologist and Orientalist who played a major role in introducing Eastern spiritual texts to the Western world. His work on the Sacred Books of the East series remains a landmark in comparative religion and linguistics.

🎙️ Narration

Mark Cassidy delivers gentle, distraction-free narration with full on-screen subtitles—perfect for meditation, study, or peaceful listening.

📚 Timestamps

• 00:00:00 – The Dhammapada
• 00:00:13 – Chapter 1: The Twin-Verses
• 00:04:22 – Chapter 2: On Earnestness
• 00:06:48 – Chapter 3: Thought
• 00:08:54 – Chapter 4: Flowers
• 00:11:54 – Chapter 5: The Fool
• 00:14:59 – Chapter 6: The Wise Man (Pandita)
• 00:17:45 – Chapter 7: The Venerable (Arhat)
• 00:19:43 – Chapter 8: The Thousands
• 00:22:37 – Chapter 9: Evil
• 00:25:12 – Chapter 10: Punishment
• 00:28:23 – Chapter 11: Old Age
• 00:30:26 – Chapter 12: Self
• 00:32:23 – Chapter 13: The World
• 00:34:25 – Chapter 14: The Buddha (The Awakened)
• 00:37:39 – Chapter 15: Happiness
• 00:39:46 – Chapter 16: Pleasure
• 00:41:46 – Chapter 17: Anger
• 00:44:07 – Chapter 18: Impurity
• 00:47:56 – Chapter 19: The Just
• 00:50:45 – Chapter 20: The Way
• 00:53:51 – Chapter 21: Miscellaneous
• 00:56:40 – Chapter 22: The Downward Course
• 00:59:24 – Chapter 23: The Elephant
• 01:02:05 – Chapter 24: Thirst
• 01:07:41 – Chapter
• 25: The Bhikshu (Mendicant)
• 01:11:54 – Chapter 26: The Brahmana (Arhat)

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Al-Ghazali's Dear Young Man—a profound spiritual letter on knowledge, sincerity, action, and the path to closeness with God. Translated and narrated by Mark Cassidy with full subtitles.

📖 About the Work

Originally written as a heartfelt letter to a former student, Dear Young Man (Ayyuha'l-Walad) offers concise, transformative advice for anyone on the path of learning and self-improvement. In just a few pages, Al-Ghazali delivers profound insights on knowledge, repentance, and the soul's true needs. With simple language and deep meaning, this short yet powerful work distills the essence of Islamic ethics and spirituality—a timeless reminder for all seekers of truth.

✍️ About Al-Ghazali

Abū Ḥāmid Muḥammad al-Ghazālī (1058–1111) was a Persian theologian, mystic, philosopher, and jurist. Regarded as one of the greatest minds in Islamic history, he is best known for works on spirituality and ethics including The Revival of the Religious Sciences and The Alchemy of Happiness. His writings continue to inspire both religious and secular audiences worldwide.

🎙️ Narration

Mark Cassidy reads with clarity and reverence, presenting full on-screen subtitles with no background music—a pure and focused listening experience.

📚 Timestamps

• 00:00 – Dear Young Man by Al-Ghazali
• 00:11 – I. Introduction
• 02:08 – II. The Need for True Guidance
• 02:41 – III. A Warning Against Wasting One's Purpose
• 03:26 – IV. Knowledge Alone Does Not Save Without Action
• 04:52 – V. The Necessity of Action with Knowledge
• 08:03 – VI. The Necessity of Action and the Balance Between Effort and Divine Grace
• 09:51 – VII. The True Purpose of Knowledge and Effort
• 10:44 – VIII. Life's Impermanence and the Consequence of Actions
• 10:59 – IX. The Futility of Knowledge Without Purity of Intent
• 12:02 – X. Knowledge Without Action is Madness; Action Without Knowledge is Futility
• 12:44 – XI. Awaken to Your Purpose: The Urgency of Spiritual Preparation
• 14:24 – XII. Knowledge Must Be Paired with Deeds
• 15:14 – XIII. The Virtue of Night Worship and Seeking Forgiveness
• 16:40 – XIV. A Lesson from Luqman: Awakening Before Dawn
• 17:19 – XV. True Knowledge: Conforming Actions to Divine Law
• 17:53 – XVI. The Illusion of Knowledge Without Discipline and Experience
• 19:33 – XVII. Essentials for the Seeker of Truth: Knowledge, Repentance, and Action
• 21:25 – XVIII. Eight Life Lessons for the Seeker of Truth
• 26:52 – XIX. The Path of Spiritual Guidance and the Qualities of a True Scholar

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Aristotle's foundational work on virtue, happiness, and the good life—translated by F. H. Peters and narrated by Mark Cassidy with full subtitles.

📖 About the Work

In "The Nicomachean Ethics," Aristotle explores the nature of virtue, character, and eudaimonia (human flourishing). He argues that ethical living arises from cultivating good habits and practicing rational moderation—the "Golden Mean." This text remains one of the most influential works in moral philosophy.

✍️ About Aristotle

Aristotle (384–322 BCE) was a Greek philosopher whose work spans metaphysics, logic, biology, and political theory. As Plato's student and Alexander the Great's tutor, his practical philosophy of virtue continues to shape modern ethics.

🎙️ Narration

Read by Mark Cassidy with clear, thoughtful narration and full on-screen subtitles—perfect for deep listening and philosophical reflection.

📚 Timestamps

• 00:00 – The Nicomachean Ethics by Aristotle
• 00:13 – Book 1: The End
• 54:50 – Book 2: Moral Virtue
• 1:33:30 – Book 3: The Will, Moral Virtues, and Vices
• 2:38:14 – Book 4: The Several Moral Virtues and Vices
• 3:38:33 – Book 5: Justice
• 4:46:46 – Book 6: The Intellectual Virtues
• 5:29:41 – Book 7: Characters Other Than Virtue and Vice
• 6:33:54 – Book 8: Friendship or Love
• 7:30:48 – Book 9: Friendship or Love (Continued)
• 8:22:43 – Book 10: Pleasure and Happiness

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The final volume of Seneca's Letters from a Stoic (Letters 93-124)—deep reflections on mortality, virtue, and living well, translated by Richard M. Gummere and narrated by Mark Cassidy.

📖 About the Work

These final letters offer Seneca's most profound Stoic wisdom on death, aging, time, inner peace, and rational living. Personal, practical, and timeless—Stoic philosophy in its purest form.

✍️ About Seneca

Lucius Annaeus Seneca (c. 4 BCE – 65 CE) was a Roman philosopher, statesman, and advisor to Emperor Nero. His Stoic writings remain essential guides to self-mastery, resilience, and virtue.

🎙️ Narration

Mark Cassidy delivers each letter with calm clarity, perfectly suited to Seneca's gravity and wisdom. Includes full on-screen subtitles for immersive listening.

📚 Timestamps

• 00:00 – Letters from a Stoic by Seneca (Volume 3)
• 00:11 – Letter 93: On the Quality, as Contrasted with the Length, of Life
• 07:31 – Letter 94: On the Value of Advice
• 49:42 – Letter 95: On the Usefulness of Basic Principles
• 1:30:35 – Letter 96: On Facing Hardships
• 1:33:20 – Letter 97: On the Degeneracy of the Age
• 1:42:04 – Letter 98: On the Fickleness of Fortune
• 1:52:04 – Letter 99: On Consolation to the Bereaved
• 2:09:44 – Letter 100: On the Writings of Fabianus
• 2:17:12 – Letter 101: On the Futility of Planning Ahead
• 2:25:26 – Letter 102: On the Intimations of Our Immortality
• 2:41:58 – Letter 103: On the Dangers of Association with our Fellow-Men
• 2:44:38 – Letter 104: On Care of Health and Peace of Mind
• 3:03:46 – Letter 105: On Facing the World with Confidence
• 3:08:03 – Letter 106: On the Corporeality of Virtue
• 3:12:39 – Letter 107: On Obedience to the Universal Will
• 3:18:30 – Letter 108: On the Approaches to Philosophy
• 3:39:14 – Letter 109: On the Fellowship of Wise Men
• 3:48:11 – Letter 110: On True and False Riches
• 3:59:03 – Letter 111: On the Vanity of Mental Gymnastics
• 4:01:37 – Letter 112: On Reforming Hardened Sinners
• 4:03:17 – Letter 113: On the Vitality of the Soul
• 4:19:13 – Letter 114: On Style as a Mirror of Character
• 4:36:21 – Letter 115: On the Superficial Blessings
• 4:47:28 – Letter 116: On Self-Control
• 4:52:14 – Letter 117: On Real Ethics
• 5:12:44 – Letter 118: On the Vanity of Place-Seeking
• 5:21:58 – Letter 119: On Nature as our Best Provider
• 5:30:13 – Letter 120: More about Virtue
• 5:44:03 – Letter 121: On Instinct in Animals
• 5:57:02 – Letter 122: On Darkness as a Veil for Wickedness
• 6:07:47 – Letter 123: On the Conflict between Pleasure and Virtue
• 6:18:06 – Letter 124: On the True Good as Attained by Reason

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Hans Christian Andersen's beloved fairy tales—including The Little Mermaid, The Ugly Duckling, and The Snow Queen—narrated by Mark Cassidy with full subtitles and calming visuals.

📖 About the Collection

This collection features Andersen's most cherished classics: tales of transformation, courage, kindness, and wonder. From The Princess and the Pea to Thumbelina, these stories blend magic with moral depth, speaking to readers of all ages with timeless emotional truth.

✍️ About Hans Christian Andersen

Hans Christian Andersen (1805–1875) was a Danish author whose fairy tales have been translated into over 125 languages. His stories blend innocence with insight, revealing profound truths about human emotion, resilience, and hope.

🎙️ Narration

Mark Cassidy brings warmth and clarity to Andersen's prose, with full on-screen subtitles and no background music—ideal for bedtime listening, study, or quiet reflection.

📚 Timestamps

• 00:00 – Andersen's Fairy Tales by Hans Christian Andersen
• 00:13 – The Emperor's New Clothes
• 10:33 – The Swineherd
• 18:26 – The Shoes of Fortune: A Beginning
• 22:13 – The Shoes of Fortune: What Happened to the Councillor
• 36:29 – The Shoes of Fortune: The Watchman's Adventure
• 49:39 – The Shoes of Fortune: A Moment of Head Importance
• 1:01:19 – The Shoes of Fortune: The Metamorphosis of the Copying-Clerk
• 1:19:10 – The Shoes of Fortune: The Best That the Galoshes Gave
• 1:29:01 – The Fir Tree
• 1:46:23 – The Snow Queen: The First Story
• 1:49:14 – The Snow Queen: The Second Story
• 2:00:25 – The Snow Queen: The Third Story
• 2:14:59 – The Snow Queen: The Fourth Story
• 2:27:31 – The Snow Queen: The Fifth Story
• 2:36:08 – The Snow Queen: The Sixth Story
• 2:42:30 – The Snow Queen: The Seventh Story
• 2:50:34 – The Leap-Frog
• 2:54:15 – The Elderbush
• 3:10:07 – The Bell
• 3:20:51 – The Old House
• 3:36:17 – The Happy Family
• 3:42:48 – The Story of a Mother
• 3:52:50 – The False Collar
• 3:57:22 – The Shadow
• 4:21:17 – The Little Match Girl
• 4:26:43 – The Dream of Little Tuk
• 4:35:22 – The Naughty Boy
• 4:39:46 – The Red Shoes
• 4:51:33 – The Ugly Duckling
• 5:10:42 – Little Tiny or Thumbelina
• 5:32:36 – The Little Mermaid
• 6:19:59 – The Princess and the Pea

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Seneca's Letters from a Stoic, Volume 2 (Letters 66-92)—practical Stoic wisdom on grief, adversity, virtue, and inner strength, translated by Richard M. Gummere and narrated by Mark Cassidy.

📖 About the Work

In this second volume, Seneca continues his correspondence with Lucilius, exploring how to handle grief, wealth, time, death, and the opinions of others. These meditative letters offer timeless guidance on resilience and the art of living wisely within Stoic philosophy.

✍️ About Seneca

Lucius Annaeus Seneca (c. 4 BCE – 65 CE) was a Roman philosopher, playwright, and advisor to Emperor Nero. As a major figure of Stoicism, his writings emphasize ethical clarity, inner strength, and tranquility amidst chaos.

🎙️ Narration & Translation

Mark Cassidy brings warmth and thoughtfulness to Richard M. Gummere's classic translation, capturing Seneca's clarity and moral insight. Full on-screen subtitles enhance focus and comprehension.

📚 Timestamps

• 00:00 – Letters from a Stoic, by Seneca (Vol. 2)
• 00:12 – Letter 66: On Various Aspects of Virtue
• 29:35 – Letter 67: On Ill-Health and the Endurance of Suffering
• 37:54 – Letter 68: On Wisdom and Retirement
• 44:53 – Letter 69: On Rest and Restlessness
• 47:32 – Letter 70: On the Proper Time to Slip the Cable
• 1:01:35 – Letter 71: On the Supreme Good
• 1:23:02 – Letter 72: On Business as the Enemy of Philosophy
• 1:30:04 – Letter 73: On Philosophers and Kings
• 1:38:23 – Letter 74: On Virtue as a Refuge from Worldly Distractions
• 1:59:43 – Letter 75: On the Diseases of the Soul
• 2:08:52 – Letter 76: On Learning Wisdom in Old Age
• 2:28:16 – Letter 77: On Taking One's Own Life
• 2:39:30 – Letter 78: On the Healing Power of the Mind
• 2:56:57 – Letter 79: On the Rewards of Scientific Discovery
• 3:07:43 – Letter 80: On Worldly Deceptions
• 3:13:58 – Letter 81: On Benefits
• 3:34:21 – Letter 82: On the Natural Fear of Death
• 3:51:53 – Letter 83: On Drunkenness
• 4:08:03 – Letter 84: On Gathering Ideas
• 4:16:04 – Letter 85: On Some Vain Syllogisms
• 4:39:18 – Letter 86: On Scipio's Villa
• 4:50:51 – Letter 87: Some Arguments in Favor of the Simple Life
• 5:14:02 – Letter 88: On Liberal and Vocational Studies
• 5:38:58 – Letter 89: On the Parts of Philosophy
• 5:52:54 – Letter 90: On the Part Played by Philosophy in the Progress of Man
• 6:23:43 – Letter 91: On the Lesson to Be Learned from Fire
• 6:37:27 – Letter 92: On the Happy Life

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The Iliad by Homer, Part 2 (Books 17-24)—from Patroclus's death to Achilles' rage and Priam's plea. Translated by Samuel Butler, narrated by Mark Cassidy with full subtitles.

📖 About This Volume

Part 2 opens with the battle for Patroclus's body and follows Achilles' vengeful return to war, culminating in Hector's death and the profound encounter between Achilles and Priam. These final books explore vengeance, mortality, grief, and compassion—cementing The Iliad as one of history's greatest poetic works.

✍️ About Homer

Homer was the legendary Greek poet whose epics, The Iliad and The Odyssey, shaped the foundations of Western literature. His storytelling blends myth, history, and timeless moral inquiry.

🎙️ Narration

Mark Cassidy delivers these closing chapters with steady solemnity and reverence, supported by full on-screen subtitles for immersive engagement with Homer's epic narrative.

📚 Timestamps

• 00:00 – The Iliad by Homer (Books 17-24)
• 00:13 – Book 17: The Fight for Patroclus' Body
• 37:36 – Book 18: The Shield of Achilles
• 1:08:33 – Book 19: Achilles Returns to Battle
• 1:29:16 – Book 20: The Gods Join the Battle
• 1:54:49 – Book 21: Achilles and the River
• 2:26:10 – Book 22: The Death of Hector
• 2:53:55 – Book 23: The Funeral of Patroclus
• 3:39:27 – Book 24: Priam's Appeal to Achilles

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Anna Sewell's Black Beauty—a timeless tale told from a horse's perspective, exploring kindness, cruelty, and compassion through one unforgettable life. Narrated by Mark Cassidy with full subtitles.

📖 About the Work

First published in 1877, Black Beauty follows a horse through various owners—some kind, others cruel. Through joy and suffering, Beauty recounts his journey with emotional depth and moral clarity, making one of literature's most moving appeals for empathy and decency across all walks of life.

✍️ About Anna Sewell

Anna Sewell (1820–1878) was an English novelist who wrote Black Beauty in her final years, while bedridden and in failing health. It was her only novel, published just months before her death, and became one of the best-selling books of all time.

🎙️ Narration

Mark Cassidy delivers a calm, faithful reading with no background music and full on-screen subtitles—ideal for focused, immersive listening.

📚 Timestamps

• 0:00 – Black Beauty by Anna Sewell
• 0:12 – Part I
• 0:14 – Chapter 1: My Early Home
• 4:11 – Chapter 2: The Hunt
• 9:28 – Chapter 3: My Breaking In
• 16:53 – Chapter 4: Birtwick Park
• 21:43 – Chapter 5: A Fair Start
• 28:04 – Chapter 6: Liberty
• 30:53 – Chapter 7: Ginger
• 38:53 – Chapter 8: Ginger's Story Continued
• 45:19 – Chapter 9: Merrylegs
• 50:08 – Chapter 10: A Talk in the Orchard
• 59:55 – Chapter 11: Plain Speaking
• 1:05:29 – Chapter 12: A Stormy Day
• 1:11:25 – Chapter 13: The Devil's Trade Mark
• 1:16:29 – Chapter 14: James Howard
• 1:21:35 – Chapter 15: The Old Hostler
• 1:26:47 – Chapter 16: The Fire
• 1:33:51 – Chapter 17: John Manly's Talk
• 1:40:07 – Chapter 18: Going for the Doctor

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Attar's mystical Sufi masterpiece—a spiritual allegory of birds seeking their true king, the Simurgh. Translated by Edward Fitzgerald, narrated by Mark Cassidy with full subtitles.

📖 About the Work

Written in 12th-century Persia, The Conference of the Birds follows a flock on a perilous journey to find the Simurgh. Each bird represents human faults and attachments, and their trials mirror the soul's path to divine truth. This cornerstone of Sufi literature explores love, ego, self-annihilation, and spiritual awakening.

✍️ About Attar of Nishapur

Farid ud-Din Attar (c. 1145 – c. 1221) was a Persian Sufi poet and mystic whose allegories profoundly influenced later poets like Rumi. His writings continue to guide seekers on the soul's quest for God.

🎙️ Narration & Translation

Mark Cassidy delivers Edward Fitzgerald's elegant English rendering with soft, contemplative pacing—perfect for deep listening, study, or meditation. Full on-screen subtitles with no background music.

📚 Timestamps

• 00:00 – The Conference of the Birds by Attar of Nishapur
• 00:13 – Chapter 1: The Gathering of the Birds
• 02:50 – Chapter 2: The Hoopoe's Call to Journey
• 06:13 – Chapter 3: Objections and Allegories
• 10:12 – Chapter 4: The Nightingale and the Song of Love
• 13:08 – Chapter 5: The Parrot and Worldly Desire
• 20:32 – Chapter 6: The Falcon, the Phoenix, and the Duck
• 25:51 – Chapter 7: The Dove and the Call of Yusuf
• 27:32 – Chapter 8: Minor Objections and Final Persuasions
• 31:12 – Chapter 9: The Call to Annihilation of Self
• 55:14 – Chapter 10: The Resolution and Coronation
• 57:35 – Chapter 11: The Seven Valleys
• 1:05:55 – Chapter 12: The Journey and Great Trials
• 1:07:34 – Chapter 13: The Arrival at the Simurgh
• 1:10:10 – Chapter 14: The Realization and Dissolution

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