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By exploring his remarkable journey, listeners are invited to reflect on the timeless values of bravery and patriotism, making this audiobook a significant addition to the historical discourse.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>11237</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/35a0c6ccdb97e5add35fd25da15e8754.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>St. George and St. Michael, Volume 1-George MacDonald</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/st-george-and-st-michael-volume-1-george-macdonald--73643782</link><description><![CDATA["St. George and St. Michael, Volume 1" by George MacDonald is a captivating exploration of themes such as faith, heroism, and the eternal struggle between good and evil. 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