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As we delve into this historical collection, we uncover the enduring values and joys of storytelling that bridge generations, making it a delightful experience for listeners of all ages.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73555736</guid><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 12:17:10 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73555736/harper_s_young_people_vol_01_issue_43_august_24_1880_various.mp3" length="50317464" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Various</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Harper's Young People, Vol. 01, Issue 43, August 24, 1880" invites listeners into a rich tapestry of stories and illustrations crafted for the young and young at heart during the late 19th century. 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The stories within invite listeners to explore the depths of their own curiosity and the complexities of life, making it a compelling listen even today. As we delve into these historical tales, we can appreciate the enduring nature of storytelling and its ability to connect us across generations, reminding us of the universal truths that bind us all.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73502832</guid><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 15:59:28 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73502832/black_cat_vol_02_no_11_august_1897_various.mp3" length="57294172" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Various</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Black Cat Vol. 02 No. 11 August 1897" offers a captivating collection of literary works that reflect the rich tapestry of imagination and creativity from the late 19th century. 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As we delve into these historical tales, we can appreciate the enduring nature of storytelling and its ability to connect us across generations, reminding us of the universal truths that bind us all.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>7155</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/c46a452d338b64f558db76f5b51a2c7d.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>006 - In an hour by Warwick James Price</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/006-in-an-hour-by-warwick-james-price--69481968</link><description><![CDATA[Step into the enchanting world of The Black Cat, a monthly literary magazine that ran from 1895 to 1922, showcasing original short stories steeped in the uncanny and fantastical. In this first issue of Volume 2, youll find six captivating tales that promise to intrigue and entertain. Discover The House That Jack Built by Harold Donovan Hilton, where a young man unravels the mysterious history of an old house. Experience In the Garden of a Villa by R. George Smith Jr., as a lark reflects on her tragic love life through the lens of a duchess. Marvel at A Peg-Leg Ghost by Wellington Vandiver, where skepticism gives way to belief in the supernatural. Delve into How the Run Was Stopped by Richard Stillman Powell, where an ingenious ruse saves a bank from bankruptcy. Explore My Friend, Walker by Geraldine Meyrick, a haunting tale of a mans perilous communication with horses. Finally, ponder the musings of a dying scholar in In an Hour by Warwick James Price. Join us for a journey through imagination and mystery—summarized by Sonia.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69481968</guid><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2026 09:26:51 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69481968/006_in_an_hour_by_warwick_james_price.mp3" length="6681086" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/b21e6581-1e6c-435c-94ce-11040b754988/b21e6581-1e6c-435c-94ce-11040b754988.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/b21e6581-1e6c-435c-94ce-11040b754988/b21e6581-1e6c-435c-94ce-11040b754988.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/b21e6581-1e6c-435c-94ce-11040b754988/b21e6581-1e6c-435c-94ce-11040b754988.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Various</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Step into the enchanting world of The Black Cat, a monthly literary magazine that ran from 1895 to 1922, showcasing original short stories steeped in the uncanny and fantastical. In this first issue of Volume 2, youll find six captivating tales that...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Step into the enchanting world of The Black Cat, a monthly literary magazine that ran from 1895 to 1922, showcasing original short stories steeped in the uncanny and fantastical. In this first issue of Volume 2, youll find six captivating tales that promise to intrigue and entertain. Discover The House That Jack Built by Harold Donovan Hilton, where a young man unravels the mysterious history of an old house. Experience In the Garden of a Villa by R. George Smith Jr., as a lark reflects on her tragic love life through the lens of a duchess. Marvel at A Peg-Leg Ghost by Wellington Vandiver, where skepticism gives way to belief in the supernatural. Delve into How the Run Was Stopped by Richard Stillman Powell, where an ingenious ruse saves a bank from bankruptcy. Explore My Friend, Walker by Geraldine Meyrick, a haunting tale of a mans perilous communication with horses. 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In this first issue of Volume 2, youll find six captivating tales that promise to intrigue and entertain. Discover The House That Jack Built by Harold Donovan Hilton, where a young man unravels the mysterious history of an old house. Experience In the Garden of a Villa by R. George Smith Jr., as a lark reflects on her tragic love life through the lens of a duchess. Marvel at A Peg-Leg Ghost by Wellington Vandiver, where skepticism gives way to belief in the supernatural. Delve into How the Run Was Stopped by Richard Stillman Powell, where an ingenious ruse saves a bank from bankruptcy. Explore My Friend, Walker by Geraldine Meyrick, a haunting tale of a mans perilous communication with horses. Finally, ponder the musings of a dying scholar in In an Hour by Warwick James Price. Join us for a journey through imagination and mystery—summarized by Sonia.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69481967</guid><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2026 09:26:44 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69481967/005_my_friend_walker_by_geraldine_meyrick.mp3" length="9053499" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/ac9de5e9-3718-4a9c-8d25-87cf2462e718/ac9de5e9-3718-4a9c-8d25-87cf2462e718.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/ac9de5e9-3718-4a9c-8d25-87cf2462e718/ac9de5e9-3718-4a9c-8d25-87cf2462e718.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/ac9de5e9-3718-4a9c-8d25-87cf2462e718/ac9de5e9-3718-4a9c-8d25-87cf2462e718.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Various</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Step into the enchanting world of The Black Cat, a monthly literary magazine that ran from 1895 to 1922, showcasing original short stories steeped in the uncanny and fantastical. In this first issue of Volume 2, youll find six captivating tales that...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Step into the enchanting world of The Black Cat, a monthly literary magazine that ran from 1895 to 1922, showcasing original short stories steeped in the uncanny and fantastical. In this first issue of Volume 2, youll find six captivating tales that promise to intrigue and entertain. Discover The House That Jack Built by Harold Donovan Hilton, where a young man unravels the mysterious history of an old house. Experience In the Garden of a Villa by R. George Smith Jr., as a lark reflects on her tragic love life through the lens of a duchess. Marvel at A Peg-Leg Ghost by Wellington Vandiver, where skepticism gives way to belief in the supernatural. Delve into How the Run Was Stopped by Richard Stillman Powell, where an ingenious ruse saves a bank from bankruptcy. Explore My Friend, Walker by Geraldine Meyrick, a haunting tale of a mans perilous communication with horses. 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In this first issue of Volume 2, youll find six captivating tales that promise to intrigue and entertain. Discover The House That Jack Built by Harold Donovan Hilton, where a young man unravels the mysterious history of an old house. Experience In the Garden of a Villa by R. George Smith Jr., as a lark reflects on her tragic love life through the lens of a duchess. Marvel at A Peg-Leg Ghost by Wellington Vandiver, where skepticism gives way to belief in the supernatural. Delve into How the Run Was Stopped by Richard Stillman Powell, where an ingenious ruse saves a bank from bankruptcy. Explore My Friend, Walker by Geraldine Meyrick, a haunting tale of a mans perilous communication with horses. Finally, ponder the musings of a dying scholar in In an Hour by Warwick James Price. 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