Episodi

  • In the Reign of Terror Chapter 5 - The Outburst

    In the Reign of Terror Chapter 5 - The Outburst
    Jun 20 2026
    In which the Marquis de St. Caux, foreseeing the peril that awaits his noble family amid the wrath of revolutionary Paris, entrusts his sons to a loyal friend for escape whilst his daughters take refuge under the watchful care of a courageous English youth. Amid disguises and careful farewells, they embark on a tense flight through the awakening city, seeking safety in a humble abode prepared by an old family servant.
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    27 min
  • In the Reign of Terror Chapter 4 - The Clouds Gather

    In the Reign of Terror Chapter 4 - The Clouds Gather
    Jun 20 2026
    In which the marquis and his family, amidst the mounting unrest and changing fortunes of the French nobility, decide to leave their chateau for Paris, where the shifting political tides bring new challenges and uncertain allegiances. The narrative observes with quiet foreboding as loyalty to the king becomes fraught with danger, and the once orderly world gives way to tumult and the threat of violent upheaval.
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    23 min
  • In the Reign of Terror Chapter 3 - The Demon Wolf

    In the Reign of Terror Chapter 3 - The Demon Wolf
    Jun 20 2026
    In which two young gentlemen join a wolf hunt in the French countryside and, with courage and quick wits, face a formidable and dreaded beast that has long terrorised the region. Alongside their daring adventure, they observe the growing unrest in the land, noting the anxious reflections of nobility and peasants alike upon the changing order and uncertain future.
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    28 min
  • In the Reign of Terror Chapter 2 - A Mad Dog

    In the Reign of Terror Chapter 2 - A Mad Dog
    Jun 19 2026
    In which the young English lad, Harry Sandwith, is introduced to the refined yet distant family at the chateau, where he swiftly adapts to their customs and languages while quietly observing the brewing discontent within France’s noble class. Courageously displaying his mettle by confronting a mad hound, Harry earns newfound respect and friendship, whilst the marquis contemplates the mounting storm of revolution that shadows their tranquil provincial life.
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    26 min
  • In the Reign of Terror Preface

    In the Reign of Terror Preface
    Jun 19 2026
    In which the author addresses his youthful readers directly, explaining that the narrative aims primarily to engage with a stirring tale rather than to provide a detailed historical account. He assures that while certain historical events are referenced, the story will remain faithful to the general truth of those tumultuous times.
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    1 min
  • In the Reign of Terror Chapter 1 - A Journey to France

    In the Reign of Terror Chapter 1 - A Journey to France
    Jun 19 2026
    In which a young English lad of moderate talents is offered the uncommon chance to become a companion to the sons of a French marquis, leading him to leave the familiar comforts of Chelsea for the novel ways and language of France. His journey takes him through the bustling streets of Paris to the rural grandeur of a distant château, filled with the promise of challenge, learning, and the gentle trials of adapting to a foreign land.
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    28 min
  • When London Burned Chapter 22 - After the Fire

    When London Burned Chapter 22 - After the Fire
    Jun 18 2026
    In which the aftermath of the great fire in London reveals widespread devastation, prompting heroic efforts by sailors and townsfolk to halt its progress and aid those afflicted, while plans are set in motion to rebuild homes and lives amid the ruins. Matters of war and peace unfold with the sudden Dutch attack at Sheerness, leading to tense naval engagements and concluding with a fragile treaty, as the characters settle into the changing fortunes of their country and personal lives.
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    42 min
  • When London Burned Chapter 21 - London in Flames

    When London Burned Chapter 21 - London in Flames
    Jun 17 2026
    In which the valiant crew of the Fan Fan engage in a perilous skirmish with the formidable Dutch flagship, enduring fierce broadsides and mending their battered vessel with unyielding resolve. Meanwhile, as London is gripped by a dreadful conflagration, Cyril and his companions strive amidst the chaos to assist those made homeless, salvaging precious belongings and witnessing the city’s majestic streets succumbing to fiery ruin.
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    34 min