The LibriVox 8th Anniversary Collection is a fantastic compilation of 12 diverse and engaging audiobooks. Each book offers a unique listening experience, showcasing the talent and dedication of the volunteer narrators. From classic literature to contemporary fiction, there is something for every listener in this collection.

The quality of the narration is consistently high throughout the audiobooks, with clear diction and expressive delivery that brings the stories to life. The range of genres and styles ensures that there is plenty of variety to keep listeners entertained and engaged.

One standout feature of this collection is the breadth of material included. From beloved classics like Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice to lesser-known works by emerging authors, there is a wealth of content to explore. This diversity makes the collection a great choice for listeners looking to expand their literary horizons.

Overall, the LibriVox 8th Anniversary Collection is a must-have for audiobook enthusiasts. With its excellent narration, varied selection of books, and celebration of volunteer talent, this collection is a true treasure trove for listeners of all ages.

Book Description:
For the past few years we have celebrated the anniversary of LibriVox with a collection loosely themed on the number of the anniversary year. This year is no exception.Readers have contributed 88 recordings in Dutch, English, French, German, Japanese, Polish and Yiddish, and this feast of fiction, poetry, essays, articles and musical items ranges from lectures to love letters, science to songs, travel to taxes, and politics to pirates, spiced with a dash of humour.It has, as always, been enormous fun for the readers and singers, and we hope that you, the listener, will gain just as much enjoyment as we have had producing it. (Introduction by Ruth Golding) Some additional notes: Section 5, Extract from The Eight-oared Victors, Chapter 35, was written by Howard Garis under his pseudonym Lester Chadwick. Section 37, Love Letters of Henry VIII to Anne Boleyn by Henry VIII also includes letters to Henry from Anne Boleyn (1501-1536). Section 53, Letters I to VIII of Political and Social Letters of a Lady of the 18th Century was edited by Emily Fanny Dorothy Osborn McDonnell (1851-1925). Section 54 Eight Little Letters Make Three Little Words: Words by Bert Kalmar (1884-1947); Music by Ted Snyder (1881-1965). Section 55, Koenig Heinrich der Achte – Prologue was translated into the German by Wolf Graf Baudissin (1789-1878). Section 65, The Eight Immortals of the Wine Cup was translated into English by Shigeyoshi Obata. Section 77, In The Year 2889 was jointly written by Jules Verne (1828-1905) and Michel Verne (1861-1925). Section 79, Eight-day Clocks was written by Mary Mapes Dodge under her pseudonym Joel Stacy. Section 82, Que ne suis je la fougère Bergerette du 18ième siècle. Words: Riboutté (1770-1834); Music: Pergolesi (1710-1736).