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This podcast invites listeners to delve into the social realities of early 20th...false70e02b18-df10-5f43-9339-9d9094e6854depisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/letters-of-travel-rudyard-kipling--75031475https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75031475Sat, 12 Sep 2026 09:02:23 +0000Thomas Holmes"Letters of Travel" by Rudyard Kipling is a collection of evocative essays that capture the essence of travel and exploration through the author's keen observations and reflections. Kipling's vivid prose transports listeners to distant lands, where he...27901falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/in-the-mayor-s-parlour-j-s-fletcher--73579316https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73579316Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:01:01 +0000Thomas Holmes"In the Mayor's Parlour" by J. S. Fletcher delves into the intricate workings of municipal governance and the challenges faced by local authorities. As the narrative unfolds, listeners will find themselves immersed in the complexities of...28181falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/pictures-and-problems-from-london-police-courts-thomas-holmes--74578212https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74578212Sun, 23 Aug 2026 12:24:23 +0000Thomas Holmes"Pictures and Problems from London Police Courts" by Thomas Holmes offers a poignant exploration of the social issues surrounding crime in late 19th-century London, revealing themes that remain relevant today. Drawing on his two decades as a police...31171falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/strange-case-of-mortimer-fenley-louis-tracy--73569700https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73569700Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:01:07 +0000Thomas Holmes"Strange Case of Mortimer Fenley-Louis Tracy" delves into the complexities of human nature and the moral dilemmas faced by its characters. This intriguing narrative invites listeners to explore themes of identity, justice, and the consequences of...35364falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foxe-s-book-of-martyrs-vol-2-lives-and-deaths-of-early-christian-and-protestant-martyrs-forbush-foxe--73558499https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73558499Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:00:51 +0000Thomas Holmes"Foxe's Book of Martyrs Vol 2" delves into the lives and deaths of early Christian and Protestant martyrs, chronicling their unwavering faith and the trials they faced. This powerful collection highlights the sacrifices made by those who stood firm in...34318falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dinner-club-sapper--73546850https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73546850Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:00:54 +0000Thomas Holmes"Dinner Club-Sapper" invites listeners into the intriguing world of London's police courts, where justice and society's complexities intersect. This audiobook captures the essence of legal proceedings and the human stories behind them, offering a...30741falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/plea-for-ragged-schools-or-prevention-better-than-cure-thomas-guthrie--73535276https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73535276Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:01:04 +0000Thomas Holmes"Plea for Ragged Schools; or, Prevention Better than Cure" by Thomas Guthrie is a compelling argument for the establishment of ragged schools to address the plight of impoverished children. Guthrie emphasizes that prevention is far more effective than...6162falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rough-talks-by-a-padre-geoffrey-studdert-kennedy--73524683https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73524683Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:00:47 +0000Thomas HolmesRough Talks by a Padre-Geoffrey Studdert Kennedy offers a compelling exploration of the human condition through the lens of the London police courts. 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This collection captures the...3104falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/immortality-and-the-unseen-world-w-o-e-oesterley--73489447https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73489447Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:00:55 +0000Thomas Holmes"Immortality and the Unseen World" by W. O. E. Oesterley delves into the profound themes of existence beyond the physical realm, exploring the concepts of immortality and the spiritual dimensions that lie beyond our perception. This thought-provoking...33854falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/story-of-young-abraham-lincoln-wayne-whipple--73478781https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73478781Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:01:10 +0000Thomas Holmes"Story of Young Abraham Lincoln" by Wayne Whipple delves into the formative years of one of America's most iconic figures, exploring the experiences that shaped Abraham Lincoln's character and values. 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This work delves into the relationship between the individual and the world, reflecting on the...28539falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/maoriland-fairy-tales-edith-howes--73450117https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73450117Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:01:03 +0000Thomas Holmes"Maoriland Fairy Tales" by Edith Howes invites listeners into a realm of enchanting stories that reflect the rich tapestry of New Zealand's culture and folklore. This collection captures the magic and wisdom found in traditional tales, showcasing the...15792falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/faces-and-places-sir-henry-w-lucy--73439686https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73439686Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:01:16 +0000Thomas Holmes"Faces and Places" by Sir Henry W. Lucy invites listeners into the intriguing world of London’s police courts, offering a vivid portrayal of the characters and circumstances that populate these often-overlooked spaces. 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This exploration reveals significant...7650falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ashton-kirk-investigator-john-thomas-mcintyre--73412493https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73412493Sat, 08 Aug 2026 09:01:13 +0000Thomas Holmes"Ashton-Kirk, Investigator" by John Thomas McIntyre invites listeners into the intriguing world of a sharp-witted detective navigating complex cases. This captivating narrative showcases the timeless themes of justice, morality, and the human...11298falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/john-donne-s-satires-john-donne--73403653https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73403653Fri, 07 Aug 2026 09:01:33 +0000Thomas HolmesJohn Donne's Satires offers a profound exploration of the complexities of human experience, blending sharp wit with deep philosophical inquiry. This collection showcases Donne's mastery of language and his ability to grapple with themes of morality,...4972falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/improvement-of-the-mind-stephen-norris-fellows-isaac-watts--73394066https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73394066Thu, 06 Aug 2026 09:01:22 +0000Thomas Holmes"Improvement of the Mind" by Isaac Watts is a profound exploration of intellectual growth and the cultivation of reasoning skills. Watts emphasizes the importance of developing one's mind through study and reflection, encouraging readers to seek...24970falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/genji-monogatari-the-tale-of-genji-murasaki-shikibu--73383505https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73383505Wed, 05 Aug 2026 09:01:19 +0000Thomas Holmes"Genji Monogatari," also known as "The Tale of Genji," is a classic work by Murasaki Shikibu that explores the life and loves of Hikaru Genji, a nobleman in the Heian period of Japan. This timeless narrative delves into themes of love, loss, and the...31951falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/six-months-in-mexico-nellie-bly--73374095https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73374095Tue, 04 Aug 2026 09:01:11 +0000Thomas Holmes"Six Months In Mexico" by Nellie Bly invites listeners into the vibrant and complex world of Mexico as experienced by the pioneering journalist. Through her captivating narrative, Bly shares her observations and experiences during her six-month stay,...29603falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/recollections-of-life-in-ohio-from-1813-1840-william-cooper-howells--73364927https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73364927Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:01:23 +0000Thomas Holmes"Recollections of Life in Ohio, from 1813-1840" by William Cooper Howells offers a vivid glimpse into the early years of Ohio's development, capturing the essence of life during a transformative period in American history. Through Howells'...23691falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/germany-before-the-war-napoleon-eugene-beyens--73356901https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73356901Sun, 02 Aug 2026 23:56:53 +0000Thomas Holmes"Germany Before the War-Napoleon" by Eugène Beyens offers a profound exploration of the socio-political landscape of Germany prior to the upheaval brought about by Napoleon's influence. This insightful work captures the complexities of a nation on the...32449falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/23-pictures-and-problems-from-london-police-courts-by-thomas-holmes--66485399https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66485399Tue, 10 Jun 2025 03:14:14 +0000Thomas HolmesDive into the gritty world of early 20th century London courts with Thomas Holmes, a police court missionary who served for two decades. 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