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This timeless examination of history invites listeners to reflect on the patterns of human behavior and the lessons that can be drawn from our past.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>16530</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/cfb86206c835fcc795b56094c56da54f.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Fear and Trembling (selections)-Soren Kierkegaard</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/fear-and-trembling-selections-soren-kierkegaard--73725814</link><description><![CDATA["Fear and Trembling" by Soren Kierkegaard delves into the complexities of faith, exploring the tension between ethical obligations and personal belief through the lens of the biblical story of Abraham and Isaac. This selection highlights Kierkegaard's profound insights into the nature of sacrifice and the individual's relationship with the divine. Its enduring themes of faith, existential struggle, and the paradoxes of belief continue to resonate in a world where questions of morality and personal conviction are ever-present. Listening to this work invites reflection on the profound depths of human experience and the challenges of living a life rooted in faith amidst uncertainty.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73725814</guid><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:03:28 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73725814/fear_and_trembling_selections_soren_kierkegaard.mp3" length="36523347" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>John Churton Collins</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Fear and Trembling" by Soren Kierkegaard delves into the complexities of faith, exploring the tension between ethical obligations and personal belief through the lens of the biblical story of Abraham and Isaac. 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Listening to this work invites reflection on the profound depths of human experience and the challenges of living a life rooted in faith amidst uncertainty.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>4561</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/cfb86206c835fcc795b56094c56da54f.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Essays on Things-William Lyon Phelps</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/essays-on-things-william-lyon-phelps--73702729</link><description><![CDATA["Essays on Things" by William Lyon Phelps offers a collection of insightful reflections that delve into the complexities of human experience and thought. Phelps's essays explore various subjects with a keen intellect and a personal touch, encouraging readers to engage with the world around them thoughtfully. The themes of introspection, the pursuit of knowledge, and the appreciation of life's nuances resonate powerfully today, reminding us of the timeless nature of intellectual curiosity and the importance of personal reflection. This audiobook invites listeners to rediscover the art of essay writing as a means of connecting with enduring ideas that continue to shape our understanding of life and society.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73702729</guid><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:03:38 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73702729/essays_on_things_william_lyon_phelps.mp3" length="186661769" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>John Churton Collins</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Essays on Things" by William Lyon Phelps offers a collection of insightful reflections that delve into the complexities of human experience and thought. 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Listening to this collection allows audiences to appreciate the depth of her lyrical expressions and the emotional resonance that continues to speak to listeners today. The enduring nature of Rossetti's themes invites contemplation on the complexities of life and art, ensuring her legacy remains vibrant in contemporary discussions of literature and poetry.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73654205</guid><pubDate>Sat, 08 Aug 2026 09:03:15 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73654205/maude_christina_rossetti.mp3" length="40958200" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>John Churton Collins</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Maude-Christina Rossetti" offers an insightful exploration into the life and works of the renowned poet, providing a glimpse into her creative genius and the themes that shaped her writing. 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This exploration invites a renewed appreciation for both Burns' artistry and Ingersoll's advocacy for reason and compassion.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73624220</guid><pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:12:10 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73624220/ingersoll_on_robert_burns_from_the_works_of_robert_g_ingersoll_volume_3_lecture_2_robert_g_ingersoll.mp3" length="34141521" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>John Churton Collins</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Ingersoll on ROBERT BURNS presents a compelling lecture by Robert G. Ingersoll, exploring the life and works of the iconic Scottish poet Robert Burns. This insightful examination delves into Burns' contributions to literature and his enduring legacy...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Ingersoll on ROBERT BURNS presents a compelling lecture by Robert G. 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The insights presented in these essays remain relevant today as they encourage readers to contemplate the nuances of character and culture in a rapidly changing world. Engaging with this work not only enriches our understanding of these authors but also invites reflection on the enduring questions of identity and expression in literature.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73583927</guid><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 23:51:10 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73583927/essays_on_paul_bourget_mark_twain.mp3" length="36418856" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>John Churton Collins</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Essays on Paul Bourget-Mark Twain" delves into the literary contributions and philosophies of two significant figures, Paul Bourget and Mark Twain, examining their impact on literature and society. 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Ker's insightful analysis sheds light on the enduring nature of these texts, revealing how they reflect the complexities of faith, society, and human experience. As contemporary readers grapple with similar themes of identity and morality, Ker's examination of medieval literature offers timeless insights that resonate today. The depth of his scholarship makes this audiobook a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the roots of English literary tradition and its relevance in our modern world.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73546374</guid><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 08:55:35 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73546374/medieval_english_literature_willliam_paton_ker.mp3" length="165851060" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>John Churton Collins</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Medieval English Literature" by William Paton Ker delves into the rich tapestry of literary works from the medieval period, exploring the themes, styles, and cultural significance of this foundational era in English literature. 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This narrative serves as a vital historical document, illustrating the complexities and challenges faced by those involved in the movement. Its themes of faith, resilience, and the quest for truth remain relevant today, inviting listeners to reflect on their own journeys and beliefs. Engaging with this work not only enriches understanding of a significant religious movement but also resonates with universal questions about purpose and conviction in the face of adversity.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73509692</guid><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 18:38:06 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73509692/traveller_s_narrative_written_to_illustrate_the_episode_of_the_ba_b_abdu_l_baha_abba_s.mp3" length="144802623" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>John Churton Collins</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Traveller’s Narrative Written to Illustrate the Episode of the Bábi-Abdu’l-Bahá ‘Abbás" offers a profound exploration of pivotal moments in the history of the Bahá'í Faith, shedding light on the lives and experiences of its key figures. 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Appointed as the professor of English literature at Birmingham University in 1904, Collins offers a fascinating exploration of the lives of English and German authors, ranging from the iconic William Shakespeare to the celebrated Alfred, Lord Tennyson. His essays were crafted as a response to Thomas Carlyles On Heroes, Hero-Worship, and the Heroic in History (1840). After his passing, his son, L.C. Collins, meticulously curated these writings from various sources, preserving his fathers legacy. Join Craig Campbell for a captivating summary and enjoy additional proof-listening by Larry Wilson.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69904193</guid><pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2026 23:41:22 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69904193/019_curiosities_of_popular_proverbs_part_1.mp3" length="10139648" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/7d917605-789f-43c0-987d-08ccd071c7dc/7d917605-789f-43c0-987d-08ccd071c7dc.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/7d917605-789f-43c0-987d-08ccd071c7dc/7d917605-789f-43c0-987d-08ccd071c7dc.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/7d917605-789f-43c0-987d-08ccd071c7dc/7d917605-789f-43c0-987d-08ccd071c7dc.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>John Churton Collins</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Dive into the insightful world of John Churton Collins, a distinguished literary critic who lived from 1848 to 1908. Appointed as the professor of English literature at Birmingham University in 1904, Collins offers a fascinating exploration of the...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Dive into the insightful world of John Churton Collins, a distinguished literary critic who lived from 1848 to 1908. Appointed as the professor of English literature at Birmingham University in 1904, Collins offers a fascinating exploration of the lives of English and German authors, ranging from the iconic William Shakespeare to the celebrated Alfred, Lord Tennyson. His essays were crafted as a response to Thomas Carlyles On Heroes, Hero-Worship, and the Heroic in History (1840). After his passing, his son, L.C. Collins, meticulously curated these writings from various sources, preserving his fathers legacy. Join Craig Campbell for a captivating summary and enjoy additional proof-listening by Larry Wilson.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1268</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>authors,criticism,english,essays,german,history,legacy,literature,shakespeare,tennyson</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/cfb86206c835fcc795b56094c56da54f.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>018 - Tennyson</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/018-tennyson--69904191</link><description><![CDATA[Dive into the insightful world of John Churton Collins, a distinguished literary critic who lived from 1848 to 1908. Appointed as the professor of English literature at Birmingham University in 1904, Collins offers a fascinating exploration of the lives of English and German authors, ranging from the iconic William Shakespeare to the celebrated Alfred, Lord Tennyson. His essays were crafted as a response to Thomas Carlyles On Heroes, Hero-Worship, and the Heroic in History (1840). After his passing, his son, L.C. Collins, meticulously curated these writings from various sources, preserving his fathers legacy. Join Craig Campbell for a captivating summary and enjoy additional proof-listening by Larry Wilson.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69904191</guid><pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2026 23:41:19 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69904191/018_tennyson.mp3" length="8817664" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/3a11a08d-031f-4293-9762-06f897395d85/3a11a08d-031f-4293-9762-06f897395d85.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/3a11a08d-031f-4293-9762-06f897395d85/3a11a08d-031f-4293-9762-06f897395d85.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/3a11a08d-031f-4293-9762-06f897395d85/3a11a08d-031f-4293-9762-06f897395d85.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>John Churton Collins</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Dive into the insightful world of John Churton Collins, a distinguished literary critic who lived from 1848 to 1908. Appointed as the professor of English literature at Birmingham University in 1904, Collins offers a fascinating exploration of the...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Dive into the insightful world of John Churton Collins, a distinguished literary critic who lived from 1848 to 1908. Appointed as the professor of English literature at Birmingham University in 1904, Collins offers a fascinating exploration of the lives of English and German authors, ranging from the iconic William Shakespeare to the celebrated Alfred, Lord Tennyson. His essays were crafted as a response to Thomas Carlyles On Heroes, Hero-Worship, and the Heroic in History (1840). After his passing, his son, L.C. Collins, meticulously curated these writings from various sources, preserving his fathers legacy. Join Craig Campbell for a captivating summary and enjoy additional proof-listening by Larry Wilson.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1103</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>authors,criticism,english,essays,german,history,legacy,literature,shakespeare,tennyson</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/cfb86206c835fcc795b56094c56da54f.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>017 - Browning and Lessing</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/017-browning-and-lessing--69904190</link><description><![CDATA[Dive into the insightful world of John Churton Collins, a distinguished literary critic who lived from 1848 to 1908. Appointed as the professor of English literature at Birmingham University in 1904, Collins offers a fascinating exploration of the lives of English and German authors, ranging from the iconic William Shakespeare to the celebrated Alfred, Lord Tennyson. His essays were crafted as a response to Thomas Carlyles On Heroes, Hero-Worship, and the Heroic in History (1840). After his passing, his son, L.C. Collins, meticulously curated these writings from various sources, preserving his fathers legacy. Join Craig Campbell for a captivating summary and enjoy additional proof-listening by Larry Wilson.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69904190</guid><pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2026 23:41:14 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69904190/017_browning_and_lessing.mp3" length="14178816" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/e56d95db-adad-4e20-8423-7435bcc11669/e56d95db-adad-4e20-8423-7435bcc11669.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/e56d95db-adad-4e20-8423-7435bcc11669/e56d95db-adad-4e20-8423-7435bcc11669.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/e56d95db-adad-4e20-8423-7435bcc11669/e56d95db-adad-4e20-8423-7435bcc11669.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>John Churton Collins</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Dive into the insightful world of John Churton Collins, a distinguished literary critic who lived from 1848 to 1908. Appointed as the professor of English literature at Birmingham University in 1904, Collins offers a fascinating exploration of the...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Dive into the insightful world of John Churton Collins, a distinguished literary critic who lived from 1848 to 1908. Appointed as the professor of English literature at Birmingham University in 1904, Collins offers a fascinating exploration of the lives of English and German authors, ranging from the iconic William Shakespeare to the celebrated Alfred, Lord Tennyson. His essays were crafted as a response to Thomas Carlyles On Heroes, Hero-Worship, and the Heroic in History (1840). After his passing, his son, L.C. Collins, meticulously curated these writings from various sources, preserving his fathers legacy. Join Craig Campbell for a captivating summary and enjoy additional proof-listening by Larry Wilson.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1773</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>authors,criticism,english,essays,german,history,legacy,literature,shakespeare,tennyson</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/cfb86206c835fcc795b56094c56da54f.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>016 - Browning and Montaigne</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/016-browning-and-montaigne--69904189</link><description><![CDATA[Dive into the insightful world of John Churton Collins, a distinguished literary critic who lived from 1848 to 1908. Appointed as the professor of English literature at Birmingham University in 1904, Collins offers a fascinating exploration of the lives of English and German authors, ranging from the iconic William Shakespeare to the celebrated Alfred, Lord Tennyson. His essays were crafted as a response to Thomas Carlyles On Heroes, Hero-Worship, and the Heroic in History (1840). After his passing, his son, L.C. Collins, meticulously curated these writings from various sources, preserving his fathers legacy. Join Craig Campbell for a captivating summary and enjoy additional proof-listening by Larry Wilson.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69904189</guid><pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2026 23:41:11 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69904189/016_browning_and_montaigne.mp3" length="13119488" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/96bd85a8-e885-49e2-857a-3208e928abcd/96bd85a8-e885-49e2-857a-3208e928abcd.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/96bd85a8-e885-49e2-857a-3208e928abcd/96bd85a8-e885-49e2-857a-3208e928abcd.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/96bd85a8-e885-49e2-857a-3208e928abcd/96bd85a8-e885-49e2-857a-3208e928abcd.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>John Churton Collins</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Dive into the insightful world of John Churton Collins, a distinguished literary critic who lived from 1848 to 1908. Appointed as the professor of English literature at Birmingham University in 1904, Collins offers a fascinating exploration of the...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Dive into the insightful world of John Churton Collins, a distinguished literary critic who lived from 1848 to 1908. Appointed as the professor of English literature at Birmingham University in 1904, Collins offers a fascinating exploration of the lives of English and German authors, ranging from the iconic William Shakespeare to the celebrated Alfred, Lord Tennyson. His essays were crafted as a response to Thomas Carlyles On Heroes, Hero-Worship, and the Heroic in History (1840). After his passing, his son, L.C. Collins, meticulously curated these writings from various sources, preserving his fathers legacy. Join Craig Campbell for a captivating summary and enjoy additional proof-listening by Larry Wilson.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1640</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>authors,criticism,english,essays,german,history,legacy,literature,shakespeare,tennyson</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/cfb86206c835fcc795b56094c56da54f.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>015 - Browning and Butler</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/015-browning-and-butler--69904188</link><description><![CDATA[Dive into the insightful world of John Churton Collins, a distinguished literary critic who lived from 1848 to 1908. Appointed as the professor of English literature at Birmingham University in 1904, Collins offers a fascinating exploration of the lives of English and German authors, ranging from the iconic William Shakespeare to the celebrated Alfred, Lord Tennyson. His essays were crafted as a response to Thomas Carlyles On Heroes, Hero-Worship, and the Heroic in History (1840). After his passing, his son, L.C. Collins, meticulously curated these writings from various sources, preserving his fathers legacy. Join Craig Campbell for a captivating summary and enjoy additional proof-listening by Larry Wilson.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69904188</guid><pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2026 23:41:08 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69904188/015_browning_and_butler.mp3" length="17496064" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/42f8f6bd-0621-4b7e-beed-92abc7d6e8eb/42f8f6bd-0621-4b7e-beed-92abc7d6e8eb.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/42f8f6bd-0621-4b7e-beed-92abc7d6e8eb/42f8f6bd-0621-4b7e-beed-92abc7d6e8eb.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/42f8f6bd-0621-4b7e-beed-92abc7d6e8eb/42f8f6bd-0621-4b7e-beed-92abc7d6e8eb.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>John Churton Collins</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Dive into the insightful world of John Churton Collins, a distinguished literary critic who lived from 1848 to 1908. Appointed as the professor of English literature at Birmingham University in 1904, Collins offers a fascinating exploration of the...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Dive into the insightful world of John Churton Collins, a distinguished literary critic who lived from 1848 to 1908. Appointed as the professor of English literature at Birmingham University in 1904, Collins offers a fascinating exploration of the lives of English and German authors, ranging from the iconic William Shakespeare to the celebrated Alfred, Lord Tennyson. His essays were crafted as a response to Thomas Carlyles On Heroes, Hero-Worship, and the Heroic in History (1840). After his passing, his son, L.C. Collins, meticulously curated these writings from various sources, preserving his fathers legacy. Join Craig Campbell for a captivating summary and enjoy additional proof-listening by Larry Wilson.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2187</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>authors,criticism,english,essays,german,history,legacy,literature,shakespeare,tennyson</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/cfb86206c835fcc795b56094c56da54f.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>014 - Matthew Arnold Part 2</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/014-matthew-arnold-part-2--69904186</link><description><![CDATA[Dive into the insightful world of John Churton Collins, a distinguished literary critic who lived from 1848 to 1908. Appointed as the professor of English literature at Birmingham University in 1904, Collins offers a fascinating exploration of the lives of English and German authors, ranging from the iconic William Shakespeare to the celebrated Alfred, Lord Tennyson. His essays were crafted as a response to Thomas Carlyles On Heroes, Hero-Worship, and the Heroic in History (1840). After his passing, his son, L.C. Collins, meticulously curated these writings from various sources, preserving his fathers legacy. Join Craig Campbell for a captivating summary and enjoy additional proof-listening by Larry Wilson.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69904186</guid><pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2026 23:41:03 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69904186/014_matthew_arnold_part_2.mp3" length="12791808" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/3c76c5bd-9baa-4ddf-8287-27532ca824c9/3c76c5bd-9baa-4ddf-8287-27532ca824c9.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/3c76c5bd-9baa-4ddf-8287-27532ca824c9/3c76c5bd-9baa-4ddf-8287-27532ca824c9.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/3c76c5bd-9baa-4ddf-8287-27532ca824c9/3c76c5bd-9baa-4ddf-8287-27532ca824c9.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>John Churton Collins</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Dive into the insightful world of John Churton Collins, a distinguished literary critic who lived from 1848 to 1908. Appointed as the professor of English literature at Birmingham University in 1904, Collins offers a fascinating exploration of the...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Dive into the insightful world of John Churton Collins, a distinguished literary critic who lived from 1848 to 1908. Appointed as the professor of English literature at Birmingham University in 1904, Collins offers a fascinating exploration of the lives of English and German authors, ranging from the iconic William Shakespeare to the celebrated Alfred, Lord Tennyson. His essays were crafted as a response to Thomas Carlyles On Heroes, Hero-Worship, and the Heroic in History (1840). After his passing, his son, L.C. Collins, meticulously curated these writings from various sources, preserving his fathers legacy. Join Craig Campbell for a captivating summary and enjoy additional proof-listening by Larry Wilson.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1599</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>authors,criticism,english,essays,german,history,legacy,literature,shakespeare,tennyson</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/cfb86206c835fcc795b56094c56da54f.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>013 - Matthew Arnold Part 1</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/013-matthew-arnold-part-1--69904185</link><description><![CDATA[Dive into the insightful world of John Churton Collins, a distinguished literary critic who lived from 1848 to 1908. Appointed as the professor of English literature at Birmingham University in 1904, Collins offers a fascinating exploration of the lives of English and German authors, ranging from the iconic William Shakespeare to the celebrated Alfred, Lord Tennyson. His essays were crafted as a response to Thomas Carlyles On Heroes, Hero-Worship, and the Heroic in History (1840). After his passing, his son, L.C. Collins, meticulously curated these writings from various sources, preserving his fathers legacy. Join Craig Campbell for a captivating summary and enjoy additional proof-listening by Larry Wilson.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69904185</guid><pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2026 23:41:00 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69904185/013_matthew_arnold_part_1.mp3" length="13605888" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/038b7152-6e7e-428c-821f-1a2938df6901/038b7152-6e7e-428c-821f-1a2938df6901.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/038b7152-6e7e-428c-821f-1a2938df6901/038b7152-6e7e-428c-821f-1a2938df6901.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/038b7152-6e7e-428c-821f-1a2938df6901/038b7152-6e7e-428c-821f-1a2938df6901.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>John Churton Collins</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Dive into the insightful world of John Churton Collins, a distinguished literary critic who lived from 1848 to 1908. Appointed as the professor of English literature at Birmingham University in 1904, Collins offers a fascinating exploration of the...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Dive into the insightful world of John Churton Collins, a distinguished literary critic who lived from 1848 to 1908. Appointed as the professor of English literature at Birmingham University in 1904, Collins offers a fascinating exploration of the lives of English and German authors, ranging from the iconic William Shakespeare to the celebrated Alfred, Lord Tennyson. His essays were crafted as a response to Thomas Carlyles On Heroes, Hero-Worship, and the Heroic in History (1840). After his passing, his son, L.C. Collins, meticulously curated these writings from various sources, preserving his fathers legacy. Join Craig Campbell for a captivating summary and enjoy additional proof-listening by Larry Wilson.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1701</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>authors,criticism,english,essays,german,history,legacy,literature,shakespeare,tennyson</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/cfb86206c835fcc795b56094c56da54f.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>012 - Emerson's Writings</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/012-emerson-s-writings--69904184</link><description><![CDATA[Dive into the insightful world of John Churton Collins, a distinguished literary critic who lived from 1848 to 1908. Appointed as the professor of English literature at Birmingham University in 1904, Collins offers a fascinating exploration of the lives of English and German authors, ranging from the iconic William Shakespeare to the celebrated Alfred, Lord Tennyson. His essays were crafted as a response to Thomas Carlyles On Heroes, Hero-Worship, and the Heroic in History (1840). After his passing, his son, L.C. Collins, meticulously curated these writings from various sources, preserving his fathers legacy. Join Craig Campbell for a captivating summary and enjoy additional proof-listening by Larry Wilson.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69904184</guid><pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2026 23:40:57 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69904184/012_emerson_s_writings.mp3" length="22633984" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/c0c65693-13a0-46b2-819d-8a1499ca266c/c0c65693-13a0-46b2-819d-8a1499ca266c.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/c0c65693-13a0-46b2-819d-8a1499ca266c/c0c65693-13a0-46b2-819d-8a1499ca266c.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/c0c65693-13a0-46b2-819d-8a1499ca266c/c0c65693-13a0-46b2-819d-8a1499ca266c.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>John Churton Collins</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Dive into the insightful world of John Churton Collins, a distinguished literary critic who lived from 1848 to 1908. 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Join Craig Campbell for a captivating summary and enjoy additional proof-listening by Larry Wilson.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2830</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>authors,criticism,english,essays,german,history,legacy,literature,shakespeare,tennyson</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/cfb86206c835fcc795b56094c56da54f.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>011 - Emerson</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/011-emerson--69904181</link><description><![CDATA[Dive into the insightful world of John Churton Collins, a distinguished literary critic who lived from 1848 to 1908. 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Join Craig Campbell for a captivating summary and enjoy additional proof-listening by Larry Wilson.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1401</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>authors,criticism,english,essays,german,history,legacy,literature,shakespeare,tennyson</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/cfb86206c835fcc795b56094c56da54f.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>001 - Preface</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/001-preface--69904042</link><description><![CDATA[Dive into the insightful world of John Churton Collins, a distinguished literary critic who lived from 1848 to 1908. Appointed as the professor of English literature at Birmingham University in 1904, Collins offers a fascinating exploration of the lives of English and German authors, ranging from the iconic William Shakespeare to the celebrated Alfred, Lord Tennyson. His essays were crafted as a response to Thomas Carlyles On Heroes, Hero-Worship, and the Heroic in History (1840). After his passing, his son, L.C. Collins, meticulously curated these writings from various sources, preserving his fathers legacy. 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Appointed as the professor of English literature at Birmingham University in 1904, Collins offers a fascinating exploration of the lives of English and German authors, ranging from the iconic William Shakespeare to the celebrated Alfred, Lord Tennyson. His essays were crafted as a response to Thomas Carlyles On Heroes, Hero-Worship, and the Heroic in History (1840). After his passing, his son, L.C. Collins, meticulously curated these writings from various sources, preserving his fathers legacy. 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