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Mar 2023
41m 34s

The life of Achilles | Sleep Story for ...

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Relax with the tale of Achilles, one of Greeks greatest heroes, as we explore his peaceful childhood, his secretive adolescence, and his adult years as a powerful leader and good friend. This edutainment bedtime story from ancient Greece will soothe and comfort you and gently lull you into sleep. 

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