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Anthony Trollope

Set against the backdrop of the fictional Republic of Britannula in 1980, Fixed Period delves into the provocative theme of euthanasia as a radical approach to addressing the challenges of aging. The narrative unfolds through the personal account of Britannulas President, who reflects on the islands intriguing recent history. Notably, the novel highlights a striking law all citizens must retire at the age of 67‚Aîcoincidentally the age at which the author, Anthony Trollope, was when the book was published‚Aîentering a year-long preparation for the end of life. Join Michele Eaton as she brings this thought-provoking tale to life.

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  • Thursday · 7 hr 49 min

    Our Island Story, Part 2-Henrietta Elizabeth Marshall

    Set against the backdrop of the fictional Republic of Britannula in 1980, Fixed Period delves into the provocative theme of euthanasia as a radical approach to addressing the challenges of aging. The narrative unfolds through the personal account of...

  • Wednesday · 1 hr 35 min

    People of the Crater-Andre Norton

    Set against the backdrop of the fictional Republic of Britannula in 1980, Fixed Period delves into the provocative theme of euthanasia as a radical approach to addressing the challenges of aging. The narrative unfolds through the personal account of...

  • Tuesday · 7 hr 11 min

    Fixed Period-Anthony Trollope

    Set against the backdrop of the fictional Republic of Britannula in 1980, Fixed Period delves into the provocative theme of euthanasia as a radical approach to addressing the challenges of aging. The narrative unfolds through the personal account of...

  • Monday · 2 hr 26 min

    Crypt-City of the Deathless One-Henry Kuttner

    Set against the backdrop of the fictional Republic of Britannula in 1980, Fixed Period delves into the provocative theme of euthanasia as a radical approach to addressing the challenges of aging. The narrative unfolds through the personal account of...

  • Sunday · 2 hr 43 min

    Alice Dugdale-Anthony Trollope

    Set against the backdrop of the fictional Republic of Britannula in 1980, Fixed Period delves into the provocative theme of euthanasia as a radical approach to addressing the challenges of aging. The narrative unfolds through the personal account of...

  • August 22 · 1 hr 41 min

    Exploration Team-Murray Leinster

    Set against the backdrop of the fictional Republic of Britannula in 1980, Fixed Period delves into the provocative theme of euthanasia as a radical approach to addressing the challenges of aging. The narrative unfolds through the personal account of...

  • August 21 · 3 hr 44 min

    Destiny Times Three-Fritz Leiber

    Set against the backdrop of the fictional Republic of Britannula in 1980, Fixed Period delves into the provocative theme of euthanasia as a radical approach to addressing the challenges of aging. The narrative unfolds through the personal account of...

  • August 20 · 2 hr 36 min

    Queen Of The Martian Catacombs-Leigh Douglass Brackett

    Set against the backdrop of the fictional Republic of Britannula in 1980, Fixed Period delves into the provocative theme of euthanasia as a radical approach to addressing the challenges of aging. The narrative unfolds through the personal account of...

  • August 19 · 59 min

    Defenders-Philip K. Dick

    Set against the backdrop of the fictional Republic of Britannula in 1980, Fixed Period delves into the provocative theme of euthanasia as a radical approach to addressing the challenges of aging. The narrative unfolds through the personal account of...

  • August 18 · 5 hr 55 min

    Great Beach-John Hay

    Set against the backdrop of the fictional Republic of Britannula in 1980, Fixed Period delves into the provocative theme of euthanasia as a radical approach to addressing the challenges of aging. The narrative unfolds through the personal account of...

  • August 17 · 6 hr 46 min

    Hampdenshire Wonder-J. D. Beresford

    Set against the backdrop of the fictional Republic of Britannula in 1980, Fixed Period delves into the provocative theme of euthanasia as a radical approach to addressing the challenges of aging. The narrative unfolds through the personal account of...

  • August 16 · 8 hr 36 min

    Tarrano the Conqueror-Ray Cummings

    Set against the backdrop of the fictional Republic of Britannula in 1980, Fixed Period delves into the provocative theme of euthanasia as a radical approach to addressing the challenges of aging. The narrative unfolds through the personal account of...

  • August 15 · 7 hr

    Islands of Space-John Wood Campbell, Jr

    Set against the backdrop of the fictional Republic of Britannula in 1980, Fixed Period delves into the provocative theme of euthanasia as a radical approach to addressing the challenges of aging. The narrative unfolds through the personal account of...

  • August 10 · 2 hr 42 min

    Clergymen Of The Church Of England-Anthony Trollope

    Set against the backdrop of the fictional Republic of Britannula in 1980, Fixed Period delves into the provocative theme of euthanasia as a radical approach to addressing the challenges of aging. The narrative unfolds through the personal account of...

  • August 8 · 5 hr 45 min

    Life in a Thousand Worlds-William Shuler Harris

    "Life in a Thousand Worlds" by William Shuler Harris invites listeners to explore the rich tapestry of human experience across diverse realms. This audiobook delves into the complexities of existence, weaving together themes of identity, aspiration,...

  • August 6 · 7 hr 29 min

    Five Stories by Alan Nourse-Alan E. Nourse

    "Five Stories by Alan Nourse-Alan E. Nourse" showcases the imaginative prowess of a master storyteller, presenting a collection that captures the essence of human experience through intriguing narratives. Nourse’s work delves into themes of...

  • August 6 · 3 hr 26 min

    Warlord of Kor-Terry Carr

    "Warlord of Kor" by Terry Carr immerses listeners in a gripping tale of power, conflict, and ambition set in a richly imagined world. As the narrative unfolds, it explores timeless themes of leadership and the burdens that come with authority, making...

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