This podcast explores the legend of a floating island made of derelict ships in the Atlantic Ocean, a place shrouded in mystery and sailor folklore. The narrator describes how this ever-changing island of wrecked vessels lies in the path of Gulf Stream shipping routes yet remains largely unknown. It delves into the strange tales told by sailors about this ghostly island where ships slowly decay in a perpetual dance. The podcast presents these stories as potentially more than mere fantasy, inviting listeners to ponder the unknown.
Episodes
Via Berlin-Crittenden Marriott
Via Berlin by Crittenden Marriott.From the Preface: “The veil of diplomacy screens many secrets—most of them for many years. But the veil is not impenetrable; from time to time a corner lifts, disclosing a fact long-suspected but never quite comprehended, a fact that fits into a history hitherto incomplete. So of this tale!” Relations between Germany and Japan vs. the United States are strained, a
Diatessaron A Harmony of the Four Gospels-Tatian
"Diatessaron A Harmony of the Four Gospels" by Tatian presents a unique synthesis of the four canonical Gospels, weaving together the life and teachings of Jesus into a single narrative. This work stands out for its effort to create a cohesive account of Christ's message and the events surrounding his life, making it an essential text for understanding early Christian thought. Its enduring signifi
Zanzibar Tales-George W. Bateman
Zanzibar Tales by George W. Bateman invites listeners into a world rich with the vibrant culture and intriguing stories of Zanzibar. This collection captures the essence of a place where history, adventure, and the human spirit intertwine, making it a timeless exploration of life and its myriad experiences. The tales resonate with themes of resilience, discovery, and the beauty of diverse narrativ
Havelok the Dane A Legend of Old Grimsby and Lincoln-Charles Watts Whistler
"Havelok the Dane: A Legend of Old Grimsby and Lincoln" by Charles Watts Whistler transports listeners to a time of valor and adventure, weaving a tale steeped in the rich history of Grimsby and Lincoln. This enduring legend explores themes of heroism, loyalty, and the quest for identity, resonating with those who appreciate stories of courage in the face of adversity. As Havelok navigates the cha
Futility, Or the Wreck of the Titan-Morgan Robertson
"Futility, Or the Wreck of the Titan" by Morgan Robertson explores the harrowing tale of a colossal ship and its tragic fate, echoing the themes of hubris and the fragility of human endeavor in the face of nature's might. This gripping narrative delves into the consequences of overconfidence and the inevitability of disaster, making it a timeless reflection on human vulnerability. As listeners nav
Blake of the Rattlesnake-Frederick Thomas Jane
"Blake of the Rattlesnake" by Frederick Thomas Jane invites listeners into a gripping maritime adventure that explores themes of courage, survival, and the indomitable human spirit. Set against the backdrop of the high seas, this tale captures the essence of bravery in the face of adversity, making it a timeless narrative that resonates with anyone who has faced challenges in their own life. The s
Treasure Island (version 3, dramatic reading)-Robert Louis Stevenson
Treasure Island, a classic tale by Robert Louis Stevenson, invites listeners to embark on a thrilling adventure filled with pirates, treasure maps, and the quest for gold. This dramatic reading brings to life the timeless themes of bravery, betrayal, and the moral complexities of greed and loyalty. As the story unfolds, it captivates audiences with the allure of the unknown and the spirit of explo
Lost Continent-C. J. Cutcliffe Hyne
"Lost Continent" by C. J. Cutcliffe Hyne invites listeners into a world of adventure and exploration, where the allure of uncharted territories and the mysteries of the past beckon. This timeless tale captures the imagination with its themes of discovery and the human spirit's relentless pursuit of the unknown. As we navigate our own modern landscapes filled with uncertainty, the story's explorati
Farewell, Nikola'-Guy Boothby
"Farewell, Nikola" by Guy Boothby is a captivating exploration of the enigmatic figure of Nikola Tesla, delving into themes of innovation, ambition, and the quest for understanding in a rapidly changing world. This audiobook invites listeners to reflect on the timeless struggle between visionary ideas and societal acceptance, making it a relevant experience even today as we navigate our own techno
Black Buccaneer-Stephen W. Meader
"Black Buccaneer" by Stephen W. Meader invites listeners into a thrilling adventure on the high seas, where the allure of piracy meets the quest for freedom and fortune. This tale captures the spirit of youthful daring and the timeless struggle between good and evil, making it a captivating listen for audiences today. As themes of bravery, loyalty, and the quest for identity resonate with contempo
Stories of the Lifeboat-Frank Mundell
"Stories of the Lifeboat-Frank Mundell" takes listeners on a compelling journey through the trials and tribulations of survival at sea. This audiobook captures the essence of human resilience and the indomitable spirit that emerges in the face of adversity. As the characters navigate their harrowing experiences, the themes of hope, courage, and the will to persevere resonate deeply, making it a ti
Abandoned-William Clark Russell
"Abandoned" by William Clark Russell delves into the harrowing experiences of those left behind at sea, capturing the essence of human resilience and the longing for hope amidst despair. This gripping narrative explores themes of isolation and survival, reflecting the timeless struggle against the elements and the quest for redemption. The vivid portrayal of maritime life and the emotional depth o
Calumet “K”-Samuel Merwin, Sr., Henry Kitchell Webster
Calumet “K” by Samuel Merwin, Sr. and Henry Kitchell Webster is a compelling narrative that captures the essence of life and the human experience against the backdrop of a vibrant setting. This classic work explores themes of ambition, community, and the challenges faced by individuals striving for their dreams. Its exploration of human resilience and the pursuit of purpose remains relevant today,
After House-Mary Roberts Rinehart
"After House" by Mary Roberts Rinehart invites listeners into a world steeped in mystery and intrigue, showcasing the author’s signature blend of suspense and psychological depth. This captivating tale explores themes of isolation, the complexities of human relationships, and the shadows that linger in the corners of one's mind. Rinehart's keen observations on the human condition resonate as stron
Dealings of Captain Sharkey and Other Stories of Pirates-Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
"Dealings of Captain Sharkey and Other Stories of Pirates" by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle invites listeners to explore the thrilling world of piracy through captivating tales that blend adventure, cunning, and the complexities of human nature. These stories delve into the lives of pirates, showcasing their daring exploits and the moral dilemmas they face, making them timeless reflections on greed, loya
Tales of the Enchanted Islands of the Atlantic-Thomas Wentworth Higginson
Tales of the Enchanted Islands of the Atlantic by Thomas Wentworth Higginson invites listeners to explore the mystical allure of the Atlantic's islands, weaving together themes of adventure and discovery. This collection captures the enchanting spirit of these remote lands, where the beauty of nature intertwines with the mysteries of human experience. The timeless narratives resonate with anyone d
Moorland Cottage-Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell
There is a floating island in the sea where no explorer has set foot, or, setting foot, has returned to tell of what he saw. Lying at our very doors, in the direct path of every steamer from the Gulf of Mexico to Europe, it is less known than is the frozen pole. Encyclopedias pass over it lightly; atlases dismiss it with but a slight mention; maps do not attempt to portray its ever-shifting outlin
Captains Courageous-Rudyard Kipling
There is a floating island in the sea where no explorer has set foot, or, setting foot, has returned to tell of what he saw. Lying at our very doors, in the direct path of every steamer from the Gulf of Mexico to Europe, it is less known than is the frozen pole. Encyclopedias pass over it lightly; atlases dismiss it with but a slight mention; maps do not attempt to portray its ever-shifting outlin
Robinson Crusoe Written Anew for Children-James Baldwin, Daniel Defoe
There is a floating island in the sea where no explorer has set foot, or, setting foot, has returned to tell of what he saw. Lying at our very doors, in the direct path of every steamer from the Gulf of Mexico to Europe, it is less known than is the frozen pole. Encyclopedias pass over it lightly; atlases dismiss it with but a slight mention; maps do not attempt to portray its ever-shifting outlin
Fearsome Island-Albert Kinross
There is a floating island in the sea where no explorer has set foot, or, setting foot, has returned to tell of what he saw. Lying at our very doors, in the direct path of every steamer from the Gulf of Mexico to Europe, it is less known than is the frozen pole. Encyclopedias pass over it lightly; atlases dismiss it with but a slight mention; maps do not attempt to portray its ever-shifting outlin
Outlaw of Torn-Edgar Rice Burroughs
There is a floating island in the sea where no explorer has set foot, or, setting foot, has returned to tell of what he saw. Lying at our very doors, in the direct path of every steamer from the Gulf of Mexico to Europe, it is less known than is the frozen pole. Encyclopedias pass over it lightly; atlases dismiss it with but a slight mention; maps do not attempt to portray its ever-shifting outlin
Romance of Polar Exploration-G. Firth Scott
There is a floating island in the sea where no explorer has set foot, or, setting foot, has returned to tell of what he saw. Lying at our very doors, in the direct path of every steamer from the Gulf of Mexico to Europe, it is less known than is the frozen pole. Encyclopedias pass over it lightly; atlases dismiss it with but a slight mention; maps do not attempt to portray its ever-shifting outlin
Great Inventors and Their Inventions-Frank P. Bachman
There is a floating island in the sea where no explorer has set foot, or, setting foot, has returned to tell of what he saw. Lying at our very doors, in the direct path of every steamer from the Gulf of Mexico to Europe, it is less known than is the frozen pole. Encyclopedias pass over it lightly; atlases dismiss it with but a slight mention; maps do not attempt to portray its ever-shifting outlin
Mysterious Stranger-Mark Twain
There is a floating island in the sea where no explorer has set foot, or, setting foot, has returned to tell of what he saw. Lying at our very doors, in the direct path of every steamer from the Gulf of Mexico to Europe, it is less known than is the frozen pole. Encyclopedias pass over it lightly; atlases dismiss it with but a slight mention; maps do not attempt to portray its ever-shifting outlin
Up the River-Oliver Optic
There is a floating island in the sea where no explorer has set foot, or, setting foot, has returned to tell of what he saw. Lying at our very doors, in the direct path of every steamer from the Gulf of Mexico to Europe, it is less known than is the frozen pole. Encyclopedias pass over it lightly; atlases dismiss it with but a slight mention; maps do not attempt to portray its ever-shifting outlin
Stories of the Lifeboat-Frank Mundell
There is a floating island in the sea where no explorer has set foot, or, setting foot, has returned to tell of what he saw. Lying at our very doors, in the direct path of every steamer from the Gulf of Mexico to Europe, it is less known than is the frozen pole. Encyclopedias pass over it lightly; atlases dismiss it with but a slight mention; maps do not attempt to portray its ever-shifting outlin
Ice Queen-Ernest Ingersoll
There is a floating island in the sea where no explorer has set foot, or, setting foot, has returned to tell of what he saw. Lying at our very doors, in the direct path of every steamer from the Gulf of Mexico to Europe, it is less known than is the frozen pole. Encyclopedias pass over it lightly; atlases dismiss it with but a slight mention; maps do not attempt to portray its ever-shifting outlin
Town is Drowning-C. M. Kornbluth, Frederik Pohl
There is a floating island in the sea where no explorer has set foot, or, setting foot, has returned to tell of what he saw. Lying at our very doors, in the direct path of every steamer from the Gulf of Mexico to Europe, it is less known than is the frozen pole. Encyclopedias pass over it lightly; atlases dismiss it with but a slight mention; maps do not attempt to portray its ever-shifting outlin
Adventures of Gerard-Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
There is a floating island in the sea where no explorer has set foot, or, setting foot, has returned to tell of what he saw. Lying at our very doors, in the direct path of every steamer from the Gulf of Mexico to Europe, it is less known than is the frozen pole. Encyclopedias pass over it lightly; atlases dismiss it with but a slight mention; maps do not attempt to portray its ever-shifting outlin
Songs of a Sentimental Bloke-C. J. Dennis
There is a floating island in the sea where no explorer has set foot, or, setting foot, has returned to tell of what he saw. Lying at our very doors, in the direct path of every steamer from the Gulf of Mexico to Europe, it is less known than is the frozen pole. Encyclopedias pass over it lightly; atlases dismiss it with but a slight mention; maps do not attempt to portray its ever-shifting outlin
Deephaven-Sarah Orne Jewett
There is a floating island in the sea where no explorer has set foot, or, setting foot, has returned to tell of what he saw. Lying at our very doors, in the direct path of every steamer from the Gulf of Mexico to Europe, it is less known than is the frozen pole. Encyclopedias pass over it lightly; atlases dismiss it with but a slight mention; maps do not attempt to portray its ever-shifting outlin
Calumet “K”-Samuel Merwin, Sr., Henry Kitchell Webster
There is a floating island in the sea where no explorer has set foot, or, setting foot, has returned to tell of what he saw. Lying at our very doors, in the direct path of every steamer from the Gulf of Mexico to Europe, it is less known than is the frozen pole. Encyclopedias pass over it lightly; atlases dismiss it with but a slight mention; maps do not attempt to portray its ever-shifting outlin
Treasure Island (Version 4)-Robert Louis Stevenson
There is a floating island in the sea where no explorer has set foot, or, setting foot, has returned to tell of what he saw. Lying at our very doors, in the direct path of every steamer from the Gulf of Mexico to Europe, it is less known than is the frozen pole. Encyclopedias pass over it lightly; atlases dismiss it with but a slight mention; maps do not attempt to portray its ever-shifting outlin
Our Little Irish Cousin-Mary Hazelton Blanchard Wade
There is a floating island in the sea where no explorer has set foot, or, setting foot, has returned to tell of what he saw. Lying at our very doors, in the direct path of every steamer from the Gulf of Mexico to Europe, it is less known than is the frozen pole. Encyclopedias pass over it lightly; atlases dismiss it with but a slight mention; maps do not attempt to portray its ever-shifting outlin
Frozen Deep-Wilkie Collins
There is a floating island in the sea where no explorer has set foot, or, setting foot, has returned to tell of what he saw. Lying at our very doors, in the direct path of every steamer from the Gulf of Mexico to Europe, it is less known than is the frozen pole. Encyclopedias pass over it lightly; atlases dismiss it with but a slight mention; maps do not attempt to portray its ever-shifting outlin
Zanzibar Tales-George W. Bateman
There is a floating island in the sea where no explorer has set foot, or, setting foot, has returned to tell of what he saw. Lying at our very doors, in the direct path of every steamer from the Gulf of Mexico to Europe, it is less known than is the frozen pole. Encyclopedias pass over it lightly; atlases dismiss it with but a slight mention; maps do not attempt to portray its ever-shifting outlin
Copper Princess-Kirk Munroe
There is a floating island in the sea where no explorer has set foot, or, setting foot, has returned to tell of what he saw. Lying at our very doors, in the direct path of every steamer from the Gulf of Mexico to Europe, it is less known than is the frozen pole. Encyclopedias pass over it lightly; atlases dismiss it with but a slight mention; maps do not attempt to portray its ever-shifting outlin
Enchanted Island of Yew-L. Frank Baum
There is a floating island in the sea where no explorer has set foot, or, setting foot, has returned to tell of what he saw. Lying at our very doors, in the direct path of every steamer from the Gulf of Mexico to Europe, it is less known than is the frozen pole. Encyclopedias pass over it lightly; atlases dismiss it with but a slight mention; maps do not attempt to portray its ever-shifting outlin
Almayer's Folly (version 2)-Joseph Conrad
There is a floating island in the sea where no explorer has set foot, or, setting foot, has returned to tell of what he saw. Lying at our very doors, in the direct path of every steamer from the Gulf of Mexico to Europe, it is less known than is the frozen pole. Encyclopedias pass over it lightly; atlases dismiss it with but a slight mention; maps do not attempt to portray its ever-shifting outlin
Havelok the Dane A Legend of Old Grimsby and Lincoln-Charles Watts Whistler
There is a floating island in the sea where no explorer has set foot, or, setting foot, has returned to tell of what he saw. Lying at our very doors, in the direct path of every steamer from the Gulf of Mexico to Europe, it is less known than is the frozen pole. Encyclopedias pass over it lightly; atlases dismiss it with but a slight mention; maps do not attempt to portray its ever-shifting outlin
Wreck of the Golden Mary-Charles Dickens
There is a floating island in the sea where no explorer has set foot, or, setting foot, has returned to tell of what he saw. Lying at our very doors, in the direct path of every steamer from the Gulf of Mexico to Europe, it is less known than is the frozen pole. Encyclopedias pass over it lightly; atlases dismiss it with but a slight mention; maps do not attempt to portray its ever-shifting outlin
Rescue Dog of the High Pass-Jim Kjelgaard
There is a floating island in the sea where no explorer has set foot, or, setting foot, has returned to tell of what he saw. Lying at our very doors, in the direct path of every steamer from the Gulf of Mexico to Europe, it is less known than is the frozen pole. Encyclopedias pass over it lightly; atlases dismiss it with but a slight mention; maps do not attempt to portray its ever-shifting outlin
Robbers Cave a Tale of Italy-Charlotte Maria Tucker (A. L. O. E.)
There is a floating island in the sea where no explorer has set foot, or, setting foot, has returned to tell of what he saw. Lying at our very doors, in the direct path of every steamer from the Gulf of Mexico to Europe, it is less known than is the frozen pole. Encyclopedias pass over it lightly; atlases dismiss it with but a slight mention; maps do not attempt to portray its ever-shifting outlin
Down South or Yacht Adventure in Florida-Oliver Optic
"Down South or Yacht Adventure in Florida" by Oliver Optic invites listeners on a thrilling maritime journey filled with adventure and discovery. Set against the backdrop of Florida's enchanting coastline, the narrative captures the allure of yachting and the spirit of exploration that resonates with anyone yearning for freedom and adventure. This classic tale emphasizes themes of courage, camarad
Isle of Dead Ships - Crittenden Marriott
There is a floating island in the sea where no explorer has set foot, or, setting foot, has returned to tell of what he saw. Lying at our very doors, in the direct path of every steamer from the Gulf of Mexico to Europe, it is less known than is the frozen pole. Encyclopedias pass over it lightly; atlases dismiss it with but a slight mention; maps do not attempt to portray its ever-shifting outlin
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