Nach Genre filtern

Easy English Texts

Easy English Texts

Uirapuru

This podcast is for people taking early steps in the English language. I will be reading: popular nursery rhymes, Poems, and short stories. Since beginning ESL students are not regularly exposed to English literature, I hope that you enjoy reading and listening to these beautiful writings and learn something new!

79 - # 75 – An American singer-songwriter
0:00 / 0:00
1x
  • 79 - # 75 – An American singer-songwriter

    # 75 – An American singer-songwriter

    Neil Leslie Diamond- is an American singer-songwriter, born in 1941, he is in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and he received the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award in 2018.

    For his 16th birthday, he got as a gift, his first guitar and started to take lessons, and almost immediately began to write songs.

    He said that his attraction to songwriting was the "first real interest" he had growing up, while also helped him release his youthful frustrations.

    Neil Diamond also used his newly developing skill to write poetry, by writing poems for girls he was attracted to in school, he soon learned it often won their hearts. His male classmates took note and began asking him to write poems for them, which they would sing and use it with equal success.

    In January 2018, Neil Diamond announced that he would stop touring because he was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. Tour dates on the final leg of the Diamond's "50 Year Anniversary World Tour" in Australia and New Zealand were cancelled.

    "Forever in Blue Jeans", co-written and jointly composed with his guitarist, Richard Bennett.

    Money talks
    But it don't sing and dance
    And it don't walk
    Long as I can have you
    Here with me, I'd much rather be
    Forever in blue jeans

    Honey's sweet
    But it ain't nothin' next to baby's treat (are not nothing)
    And if you pardon me
    I'd like to say ( I would like)
    We do okay
    Forever in blue jeans

    Maybe tonight
    Maybe tonight by the fire
    All alone you and I

    Nothing around
    But the sound of my heart
    And your sighs

    Money talks
    But it can't sing and dance
    And it can't walk
    And long as I can have you
    Here with me, I'd much rather be
    Forever in blue jeans, babe

    And honey's sweet
    But it ain't nothin' next to baby's treat
    And if you pardon me, I'd like to say
    We do okay
    Forever in blue jeans

    Maybe tonight
    Maybe tonight by the fire
    All alone you and I
    Nothing around
    But the sound of my heart
    And your sighs

    Money talks
    But it don’t sing and dance
    And it don't walk
    Long as I can have you
    Here with me
    I'd much rather be
    Forever in blue jeans

    And if you pardon me

    I'd like to say  ( I would like)

    We do okay

    Forever in blue jeans babe

    long as I can have you
    Here with me I'd much rather be
    Forever in blue jeans, babe

    As long as I can have you
    Here with me I'd much rather be
    Forever in blue jeans, babe

    Wed, 22 Jun 2022 - 07min
  • 78 - # 74 - CICERO

    Marcus Tullius Cicero was born in 106 BC in a small municipality of Arpinum, 100 kilometers from Rome – He was assassinated in 43 BC, in Rome, at the age of 63. His mother was a housewife, and his father was a well-to-do member of the equestrian order, a wealthy landowner who possessed good connections in Rome.

    Cicero was a Roman statesman, lawyer, scholar, and philosopher. His extensive writings include treatises on rhetoric, philosophy, and politics. He is considered one of Rome's greatest orators and prose stylists.

    During his time in Roman history, "cultured" meant being able to speak both Latin and Greek. Cicero was therefore educated in the teachings of the ancient Greek philosophers, poets, and historians, he obtained much of his understanding of the theory and practice of rhetoric from the Greek poet Licinius Archias, and from the Greek rhetorician Apollonius Molon.

    Cicero used his knowledge of Greek to translate many of the theoretical concepts of Greek philosophy into Latin, thus translating Greek philosophical works for a larger audience. It was precisely his broad education that tied him to the traditional Roman elite.

    Cicero introduced into Latin, the arguments of the chief schools of Hellenistic philosophy, and created a Latin philosophical vocabulary with neologisms such as:  evidentia, humanitas, qualitas, quantitas, and essentia, distinguishing himself as a translator and philosopher.

    Cicero has been traditionally considered the master of Latin prose.

    Quintilian, a well know Roman educator declared, that Cicero was "not the name of a man, but of eloquence itself. The English word Ciceronian (means "eloquent") derive from his name. He is credited with transforming Latin from a modest utilitarian language into a versatile literary medium, capable of expressing abstract and complicated thoughts with clarity.

    Though, he was an accomplished orator and successful lawyer, Cicero believed his political career was his most important achievement. Following Gaius Julius Caesar's death, Cicero became an enemy of Mark Antony, who view Cicero as an enemy of the state, consequently, Cicero was executed.

    Today Cicero is appreciated primarily for his humanism and philosophical and political writings. His voluminous correspondence, much of it addressed to his friend Atticus, this correspondence has been especially influential, for introducing the art of refined letter writing, to the European culture.

    According to John William Mackail, the reformer of the British education system "Cicero's unique and imperishable glory is that he created the language of the civilized world and used that language to create a style, which nineteen centuries have not replaced, and in some respects have hardly altered.

    Thu, 16 Jun 2022 - 04min
  • 77 - # 73 - PARKISONS


    PARKISONS  DISEASE

    Parkinson’s is a progressive, degenerative disease that affects nervous system function, according to the Mayo Clinic. The nerve cells in the brain, called neurons, progressively malfunction, or die off. This, in turn, prevents the brain from producing enough dopamine, a chemical that acts as a messenger for brain signal that control movement, coordination and other key functions.

    Parkinson’s is most seen in adults older than 50 and is more frequent in men than women.

    Doctors aren’t totally sure why people get Parkinson’s, there is evidence, that genetics may play a role in some cases, other risk factors, may include repeated head trauma and exposure to certain chemicals or heavy metals.

    Parkinson’s has four main symptoms: Tremor in hands, arms, legs, jaw, or head.

    Muscle stiffness, where muscle remains contracted for a long time.

    Slowness of movement.

    Impaired balance and coordination, sometimes leading to falls.

    People with Parkinson's disease often develop a parkinsonian gait that includes a tendency to lean forward; take small quick steps; and reduce swinging of their arms. They also may have trouble initiating or continuing movement.

    Several disorders can cause symptoms similar to those of Parkinson’s disease. People with Parkinson’s-like symptoms that result from other causes, such as multiple system atrophy and dementia, are sometimes said to have parkinsonism.

    While these disorders initially may be misdiagnosed as Parkinson’s, certain medical tests, as well as response to drug treatment, may help to better evaluate the cause.

    Many other diseases have similar features but require different treatments, so it is important to get an accurate diagnosis as soon as possible.

    There is currently no cure for Parkinson’s, although medications that mimic or enhance the effects of dopamine, in conjunction with physical therapy, diet and exercise intervention, may help reduce symptoms, according to the Mayo Clinic.

    In advanced cases, doctors may also implant signal-carrying electrical sensors into the brain in hopes of mitigating some symptoms.

    Though it can’t be cured, Parkinson’s itself is not fatal, the University of Maryland Medical Center notes. That said, complications from the disease — including decreased motor function and impaired swallowing — can shorten a person’s lifespan.

    Thu, 16 Jun 2022 - 04min
  • 76 - # 72 - HINDUISM


    Unlike other religions, Hinduism has no one founder but is instead a fusion of various beliefs.

    It is believed that Hinduism started between 2300 B.C. and 1500 B.C., but many Hindus argue that their faith is timeless and has always existed.

    Hinduism accepts many different religious ideas, most of the people that follow Hinduism believe that there are many paths to reach their god; even though, they worship a single deity known as Brahman, and have many sects, they still respect other gods and goddesses.

    The Hindus code of living emphasizes good conduct and morality. They believe in the continuous cycle of life, death, (reincarnation) and in the universal law of cause and effect (karma), and that all living creatures have a soul, and all these souls, are all part of the supreme soul. The goal is to end the cycle of rebirths to become part of the absolute soul.

    Food is an important part of life for Hindus. they consider the cow to be a sacred animal, most of them do not eat beef or pork, many are vegetarians.

    The Hindu ancient texts and Vedas are full of amazing stories about different gods, their extraordinary powers, and battles that took place a millennia ago.

    It describes gods who fight against evil forces on flying crafts called VIMANAS.

    These Vimanas are consistently described as weapons of war. They are flying machines, some Vimanas were made to travel locally from one place to the other, to different countries, some flying machines were used to travel to various planets. The text Describes that, there were four types of Vimanas some were saucer-shaped, others were cylinder-shaped and had the ability to maneuver both under water and in outer space.

    These Vimanas were non-combustible, unbreakable, very effective on the offensive and were also invisible to the enemies. They were, able to render enemies, into a suspended animation state, and cause widespread destruction.

    The Mahabharata, a Hindu epic, provides even more detail on Vimanas. It says, “The ancient Indian king Salva acquired the flying machine from Maya Danava, who was a resident of a planetary system named Taltala”. The Vimana flew in the sky, rested on the hill, and floated on the water.

    There are drawing instructions and detail as to the metal construction of Vimanas, their use of mirrors, and lenses, and the defenses offered by several Vimanas types.

    The existence of this text was revealed by G.R. Josyer the founder of the International Academy of Sanskrit Research who said that Pandit Subbaraya Shastry had dictated it to him from 1918 to 1923.

    The epic Mahabharata and the Bhagavata Purana is written in Sanskrit, one of the oldest survived languages in the world. It also known to contain scientific information about embryology

    Wed, 09 Mar 2022 - 05min
  • 75 - # 71- Don McLean- American Pie ll

    A long, long time ago

    I can still remember how that music used to make me smile

    And I knew if I had my chance that I could make those people dance

    And maybe they'd be happy for a while

    But February made me shiver

    With every paper I'd deliver

    Bad news on the doorstep

    I couldn't take one more step

    I can't remember if I cried

    When I read about his widowed bride

    But something touched me deep inside

    The day the music died

    So bye-bye, Miss American Pie

    Drove my Chevy to the levee, but the levee was dry

    And them good old boys were drinkin' whiskey and rye

    Singin' "This'll be the day that I die

    This'll be the day that I die"

    Did you write the book of love, and do you have faith in God above

    If the Bible tells you so?

    Have  you believe in rock and roll, can music save your mortal soul

    And can you teach me how to dance real slow?

    Well, I know that you're in love with him

    'Cause I saw you dancin' in the gym

    You both kicked off your shoes

    Man, I dig those rhythm and blues

    I was a lonely teenage broncin' buck (a wild horse that is vicious and difficult or impossible to break in)

    With a pink carnation and a pickup truck

    But I knew I was out of luck

    The day the music died

    I started singin'

    Now for ten years we've been on our own, and moss grows fat on a rollin' stone

    But that's not how it used to be

    When the jester sang for the king and queen in a coat HE borrowed from James Dean

     (The Jesters were an early 1960s rock & roll band and James Dean was a famous actor )

    And a voice that came from you and me

    Oh, and while the king was looking down

    The jester stole his thorny crown

    The courtroom was adjourned

    No verdict was returned

    And while Lenin read a book on Marx

    A quartet practiced in the park

    And we sang dirges in the dark

    The day the music died We were singin' 

    Helter skelter in a summer swelter, the birds flew off with a fallout shelter

    Eight miles high and falling fast

    It landed foul on the grass, the players tried for a forward pass

    With the jester on the sidelines in a cast

    Now the halftime air was sweet perfume

    While the sergeants played a marching tune

    We all got up to dance

    Oh, but we never got the chance

    'Cause the players tried to take the field

    The marching band refused to yield

    Do you recall what was revealed

    The day the music died?

    We started singin'

    Oh, and there we were all in one place, a generation lost in space

    With no time left to start again

    So come on, Jack be nimble, Jack be quick, Jack Flash sat on a candlestick

    'Cause fire is the devil's only friend

    Oh, and as I watched him on the stage

    My hands were clenched in fists of rage

    No angel born in Hell

    Could break that Satan's spell

    And as the flames climbed high into the night

    To light the sacrificial rite

    I saw Satan laughing with delight

    The day the music died

    He was  singin'

    I met a girl who sang the blues, and I asked her for some happy news

    But she just smiled and turned away

    I went down to the sacred store where I'd heard the music years before

    But the man there said the music wouldn't play

    And in the streets, the children screamed

    The lovers cried, and the poets dreamed

    But not a word was spoken

    The church bells all were broken

    And the three men I admire most

    The Father, Son, and the Holy Ghost

    They caught the last train for the coast

    The day the music died and

    They were singin' bye-bye, Miss American Pie

    Drove my Chevy to the levee, but the levee was dry


    Fri, 21 Jan 2022 - 17min
Weitere Folgen anzeigen