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His fervent embrace of Art for Arts sake has left an indelible mark on subsequent writers, influencing literary figures from the Bront´ sisters in England to the Serapion Brethren and Marina Tsvetaeva in revolutionary Russia. (Summary by Expatriate)<br /><br />This show includes AI-generated content.]]></description><atom:link href="https://www.spreaker.com/show/6728293/episodes/feed" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><language>en</language><category>Arts</category><copyright>Copyright History &amp; Horror Collections</copyright><image><url>https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/47fe67f38cc5209453c42bd5a9ee7f42.jpg</url><title>Weird Tales</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/weird-tales--6728293</link></image><lastBuildDate>Sat, 31 Oct 2026 09:05:54 +0000</lastBuildDate><itunes:author>E. T. A. 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These stories offer a subtle exploration of the supernatural, often revealing their weirdness through extraordinary characters and uncanny circumstances rather than overt paranormal elements. Central to each tale are two powerful themes the intense passion of young, tragic love and an unwavering devotion to Art in all its forms. With a near-religious reverence, Hoffmann crafts narratives that celebrate poetry, painting, craftsmanship, and music. His fervent embrace of Art for Arts sake has left an indelible mark on subsequent writers, influencing literary figures from the Bront´ sisters in England to the Serapion Brethren and Marina Tsvetaeva in revolutionary Russia. (Summary by Expatriate)<br /><br />This show includes AI-generated content.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:category text="Arts"/><itunes:category text="Arts"><itunes:category text="Books"/></itunes:category><itunes:category text="Fiction"/><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><podcast:guid>7ec8d396-a183-52d6-8032-c6561616d730</podcast:guid><podcast:txt purpose="ai-content">true</podcast:txt><itunes:type>episodic</itunes:type><item><title>Old Testament Legends Being Stories Out Of Some Of The Less-Known Apocryphal Books Of The Old Testament-M. R. James</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/old-testament-legends-being-stories-out-of-some-of-the-less-known-apocryphal-books-of-the-old-testament-m-r-james--75391315</link><description><![CDATA["Old Testament Legends" by M. R. James delves into the intriguing narratives found in some of the lesser-known apocryphal books of the Old Testament, offering a unique perspective on ancient tales that have shaped religious thought. These stories, often overlooked, reveal the richness and diversity of biblical traditions, showcasing themes of faith, morality, and the human experience that continue to resonate today. Hearing these legends invites listeners to explore the depths of their own beliefs and the cultural heritage that informs them, making this audiobook an enduring treasure for those seeking to understand the complexities of spirituality and history.<br /><br />This episode includes AI-generated content.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75391315</guid><pubDate>Sat, 31 Oct 2026 09:00:25 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/75391315/old_testament_legends_being_stories_out_of_some_of_the_less_known_apocryphal_books_of_the_old_testament_m_r_james.mp3" length="98576357" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:txt purpose="ai-content">true</podcast:txt><itunes:author>E. T. A. 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Hearing these legends invites listeners to explore the depths of their own beliefs and the cultural heritage that informs them, making this audiobook an enduring treasure for those seeking to understand the complexities of spirituality and history.<br /><br />This episode includes AI-generated content.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>12310</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/47fe67f38cc5209453c42bd5a9ee7f42.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Frankenstein; or The Modern Prometheus (1818)-Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/frankenstein-or-the-modern-prometheus-1818-mary-wollstonecraft-shelley--75386512</link><description><![CDATA["Frankenstein; or The Modern Prometheus" by Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley is a timeless tale that explores the consequences of man's quest for knowledge and the ethical dilemmas that arise from playing God. 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