Episodi

  • Cathedral Courtship-Kate Douglas Wiggin

    Cathedral Courtship-Kate Douglas Wiggin
    Aug 17 2026
    Ernest Hemingway's novel A Farewell to Arms is often referred to as a war novel, which is true enough. There is certainly blood and gore, along with a measure of dark humor, but the novel is more a love story than an account of battles between soldiers. Hemingway introduces us to Frederic Henry, an American volunteer serving in the sanitary services of the Italian Army in the north of Italy during World War One. He is a Lieutenant supervising ambulance drivers and is often near the front lines. Badly wounded by a shell, Henry passes through a number of surgeries and, while convalescing, meets Catherine Barkley with whom he begins an affair. Their story follows them from Gorizia, to Milan, to Stresa, and, finally, and ironically, to Switzerland, a neutral nation. A Farewell to Arms was first published in Scribner's Magazine across some few months in 1929. Its publication was the source of controversy because of its subject matter and strong language.
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    1 ora e 31 min
  • Faces and Places-Sir Henry W. Lucy

    Faces and Places-Sir Henry W. Lucy
    Aug 16 2026
    Ernest Hemingway's novel A Farewell to Arms is often referred to as a war novel, which is true enough. There is certainly blood and gore, along with a measure of dark humor, but the novel is more a love story than an account of battles between soldiers. Hemingway introduces us to Frederic Henry, an American volunteer serving in the sanitary services of the Italian Army in the north of Italy during World War One. He is a Lieutenant supervising ambulance drivers and is often near the front lines. Badly wounded by a shell, Henry passes through a number of surgeries and, while convalescing, meets Catherine Barkley with whom he begins an affair. Their story follows them from Gorizia, to Milan, to Stresa, and, finally, and ironically, to Switzerland, a neutral nation. A Farewell to Arms was first published in Scribner's Magazine across some few months in 1929. Its publication was the source of controversy because of its subject matter and strong language.
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    6 ore e 59 min
  • Gadsby-Ernest Vincent Wright

    Gadsby-Ernest Vincent Wright
    Aug 3 2026
    Gadsby by Ernest Vincent Wright is a remarkable novel crafted entirely without the letter "e," showcasing the author's linguistic creativity and dedication to his craft. This unique narrative challenges conventional storytelling while exploring themes of communication, perseverance, and the human spirit's resilience. Its innovative structure and playful language make it a fascinating listen, inviting audiences to appreciate the intricacies of language and the art of storytelling. As listeners engage with Wright's extraordinary feat, they are reminded of the power of words and the limitless possibilities of imagination, making this work an enduring classic in literary history.
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    6 ore e 11 min
  • Farewell to Arms - Ernest Hemingway

    Farewell to Arms - Ernest Hemingway
    Jun 25 2026
    Ernest Hemingway's novel A Farewell to Arms is often referred to as a war novel, which is true enough. There is certainly blood and gore, along with a measure of dark humor, but the novel is more a love story than an account of battles between soldiers. Hemingway introduces us to Frederic Henry, an American volunteer serving in the sanitary services of the Italian Army in the north of Italy during World War One. He is a Lieutenant supervising ambulance drivers and is often near the front lines. Badly wounded by a shell, Henry passes through a number of surgeries and, while convalescing, meets Catherine Barkley with whom he begins an affair. Their story follows them from Gorizia, to Milan, to Stresa, and, finally, and ironically, to Switzerland, a neutral nation. A Farewell to Arms was first published in Scribner's Magazine across some few months in 1929. Its publication was the source of controversy because of its subject matter and strong language.
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    8 ore e 21 min