Episodi

  • Woman and War-Olive Schreiner

    Woman and War-Olive Schreiner
    Aug 15 2026
    George Sand (the pen name of Amantine-Lucile-Aurore Dupin 1804-1876) is famous for flaunting the conventions of behavior expected of women of her standing in France at the time and for her numerous romantic liaisons including her long standing affair with Frederic Chopin. The Devil’s Pool (published in 1846 as La Mare au Diable) is one of several short pastoral novels drawn from her childhood experiences in the rural French region of Berri. It tells the story of a young widower, Germain, who, at the insistence of his father-in-law, sets out to remarry so that he will have someone to help raise his three young children. (Summary by J. M. Smallheer) Une version française est disponible : La mare au diable.
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    52 min
  • Trailin'!-Max Brand

    Trailin'!-Max Brand
    Aug 11 2026
    George Sand (the pen name of Amantine-Lucile-Aurore Dupin 1804-1876) is famous for flaunting the conventions of behavior expected of women of her standing in France at the time and for her numerous romantic liaisons including her long standing affair with Frederic Chopin. The Devil’s Pool (published in 1846 as La Mare au Diable) is one of several short pastoral novels drawn from her childhood experiences in the rural French region of Berri. It tells the story of a young widower, Germain, who, at the insistence of his father-in-law, sets out to remarry so that he will have someone to help raise his three young children. (Summary by J. M. Smallheer) Une version française est disponible : La mare au diable.
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    7 ore e 21 min
  • Molly Make-Believe-Eleanor Hallowell Abbott

    Molly Make-Believe-Eleanor Hallowell Abbott
    Aug 10 2026
    George Sand (the pen name of Amantine-Lucile-Aurore Dupin 1804-1876) is famous for flaunting the conventions of behavior expected of women of her standing in France at the time and for her numerous romantic liaisons including her long standing affair with Frederic Chopin. The Devil’s Pool (published in 1846 as La Mare au Diable) is one of several short pastoral novels drawn from her childhood experiences in the rural French region of Berri. It tells the story of a young widower, Germain, who, at the insistence of his father-in-law, sets out to remarry so that he will have someone to help raise his three young children. (Summary by J. M. Smallheer) Une version française est disponible : La mare au diable.
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    2 ore e 43 min
  • Tales of 1928 A Selection of Folktales, Fables, and Legends from Books Published in 1928-Various

    Tales of 1928 A Selection of Folktales, Fables, and Legends from Books Published in 1928-Various
    Aug 10 2026
    George Sand (the pen name of Amantine-Lucile-Aurore Dupin 1804-1876) is famous for flaunting the conventions of behavior expected of women of her standing in France at the time and for her numerous romantic liaisons including her long standing affair with Frederic Chopin. The Devil’s Pool (published in 1846 as La Mare au Diable) is one of several short pastoral novels drawn from her childhood experiences in the rural French region of Berri. It tells the story of a young widower, Germain, who, at the insistence of his father-in-law, sets out to remarry so that he will have someone to help raise his three young children. (Summary by J. M. Smallheer) Une version française est disponible : La mare au diable.
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    3 ore e 17 min
  • Running Water - A. E. W. Mason

    Running Water - A. E. W. Mason
    Aug 1 2026
    "Running Water" by A. E. W. Mason invites listeners into a world where the flow of life and the complexities of human emotions intertwine. This compelling narrative explores themes of longing, connection, and the inexorable pull of fate, making it a timeless tale that resonates with the struggles and desires of the human spirit. As characters navigate their intertwined destinies, the story prompts reflection on the nature of love and the choices that shape our lives. With its rich prose and profound insights, "Running Water" remains a captivating exploration of life's currents, making it a must-listen for those drawn to enduring stories that echo through the ages.
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    8 ore e 38 min
  • Devil's Pool - George Sand

    Devil's Pool - George Sand
    May 27 2026
    George Sand (the pen name of Amantine-Lucile-Aurore Dupin 1804-1876) is famous for flaunting the conventions of behavior expected of women of her standing in France at the time and for her numerous romantic liaisons including her long standing affair with Frederic Chopin. The Devil’s Pool (published in 1846 as La Mare au Diable) is one of several short pastoral novels drawn from her childhood experiences in the rural French region of Berri. It tells the story of a young widower, Germain, who, at the insistence of his father-in-law, sets out to remarry so that he will have someone to help raise his three young children. (Summary by J. M. Smallheer) Une version française est disponible : La mare au diable.
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    3 ore e 35 min