Episodi

  • Ovid And His Influence-Edward Kennard Rand

    Ovid And His Influence-Edward Kennard Rand
    Oct 10 2026
    "Ovid And His Influence" by Edward Kennard Rand explores the profound impact that the works of the Roman poet Ovid have had on literature and culture throughout history. This insightful examination delves into how Ovid's themes of transformation, love, and mythology continue to resonate with audiences today. By tracing his influence on various writers and artistic movements, Rand highlights the enduring relevance of Ovid's narratives in shaping human experience and expression. Listening to this audiobook offers a unique opportunity to appreciate the lasting legacy of one of antiquity's greatest poets and understand how his ideas still inform contemporary thought and creativity.

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    4 ore e 16 min
  • Old Regime and the Revolution-Alexis de Tocqueville

    Old Regime and the Revolution-Alexis de Tocqueville
    Sep 12 2026
    "Old Regime and the Revolution" by Alexis de Tocqueville offers a profound exploration of the social and political structures that preceded the French Revolution. Tocqueville examines how the old regime's values and institutions contributed to the revolutionary upheaval, shedding light on the tensions between tradition and change. This work remains relevant as it delves into themes of power, governance, and societal transformation, prompting listeners to reflect on the dynamics of authority and liberty in their own lives.
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    7 ore e 14 min
  • Chronicles of Canada Volume 08 - Great Fortress A Chronicle of Louisbourg 1720-1760-William Wood

    Chronicles of Canada Volume 08 - Great Fortress A Chronicle of Louisbourg 1720-1760-William Wood
    Sep 7 2026
    The diaries give a lively and accurate account of the author's experiences in the literary and courtly worlds of Georgian England. Summary by barbara2
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    2 ore e 50 min
  • Tales from Ariosto-Ludovico Ariosto, Joseph Shield Nicholson

    Tales from Ariosto-Ludovico Ariosto, Joseph Shield Nicholson
    Sep 6 2026
    The diaries give a lively and accurate account of the author's experiences in the literary and courtly worlds of Georgian England. Summary by barbara2
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    8 ore e 7 min
  • Against The Grain, or Against Nature-Joris-Karl Huysmans

    Against The Grain, or Against Nature-Joris-Karl Huysmans
    Sep 5 2026
    The diaries give a lively and accurate account of the author's experiences in the literary and courtly worlds of Georgian England. Summary by barbara2
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    9 ore e 14 min
  • History of England, from the Accession of James II - (Volume 3, Chapter 15)-Thomas Babington Macaulay

    History of England, from the Accession of James II - (Volume 3, Chapter 15)-Thomas Babington Macaulay
    Sep 4 2026
    The diaries give a lively and accurate account of the author's experiences in the literary and courtly worlds of Georgian England. Summary by barbara2
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    3 ore e 44 min
  • The Tables of the Law; & The Adoration of the Magi

    The Tables of the Law; & The Adoration of the Magi
    Sep 3 2026
    The diaries give a lively and accurate account of the author's experiences in the literary and courtly worlds of Georgian England. Summary by barbara2
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    43 min
  • United Kingdom House of Commons Speeches Collection, volume 1-Various

    United Kingdom House of Commons Speeches Collection, volume 1-Various
    Sep 2 2026
    The diaries give a lively and accurate account of the author's experiences in the literary and courtly worlds of Georgian England. Summary by barbara2
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    5 ore e 11 min