https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/house-by-the-medlar-tree--6882945enBooksCopyright Culture and Heritage classicshttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/7d5dbfe26f9cec20d7eaa17ef6cf0543.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/house-by-the-medlar-tree--6882945Sat, 12 Sep 2026 09:25:15 +0000Giovanni VergaCulture and Heritage classicsspreaker26@adfreesounds.comIn a picturesque Sicilian fishing village of the nineteenth century, the Malavoglia family stakes everything on a cargo of lupin nuts, hoping for a prosperous outcome. When disaster strikes and the cargo is lost at sea, a cascade of misfortunes...false1c849cee-2dd6-5836-832f-5f2d504be32cepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fables-of-pilpay-abdullah-ibn-al-muqaffa--75034437https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75034437Sat, 12 Sep 2026 09:02:44 +0000Giovanni Verga"Fables of Pilpay-Abdullah Ibn al-Muqaffaʿ" offers a collection of timeless tales that blend moral lessons with engaging storytelling. These fables, rooted in ancient wisdom, explore themes of virtue, justice, and the human condition, making them...24393falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/love-at-second-sight-ada-leverson--74439555https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74439555Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:05:15 +0000Giovanni Verga"Love at Second Sight" by Ada Leverson is a captivating exploration of love, relationships, and the complexities of human emotions. This timeless narrative delves into the nuances of romance, revealing how second chances can lead to profound...24251falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/orpheus-with-his-lute-stories-of-the-world-s-springtime-w-m-l-hutchinson--74387432https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74387432Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:04:59 +0000Giovanni Verga"Orpheus with His Lute Stories of the World's Springtime" by W. M. L. Hutchinson invites listeners to explore the timeless themes of renewal and the beauty of nature's rebirth. This collection of stories captures the essence of springtime, reflecting...25518falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/christmas-with-lucy-maud-montgomery-a-selection-of-stories-lucy-maud-montgomery--74312649https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74312649Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:04:28 +0000Giovanni Verga"Christmas With Lucy Maud Montgomery: A Selection of Stories" invites listeners into the enchanting world crafted by one of Canada's most beloved authors. This collection captures the warmth and spirit of the holiday season through Montgomery's...19905falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prairie-wife-arthur-stringer--74211687https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74211687Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:06:02 +0000Giovanni VergaPrairie Wife by Arthur Stringer is a compelling exploration of life on the American frontier, delving into the struggles and triumphs of those who inhabit it. This timeless narrative captures the essence of resilience, community, and the enduring...20378falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-by-the-medlar-tree-giovanni-verga--74151101https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74151101Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:06:34 +0000Giovanni Verga"House by the Medlar Tree" by Giovanni Verga invites listeners into a richly woven narrative that captures the essence of Sicilian life and the struggles of its inhabitants. This timeless tale explores themes of family, tradition, and the inexorable...33506falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/essays-on-work-and-culture-hamilton-wright-mabie--74103140https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74103140Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:06:10 +0000Giovanni Verga"Essays on Work and Culture" by Hamilton Wright Mabie explores the intricate relationship between labor and the human experience, delving into how work shapes our identities and cultural landscapes. Mabie's reflections invite listeners to contemplate...14105falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/idea-of-progress-an-inquiry-into-its-origin-and-growth-john-bagnell-bury--74054851https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74054851Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:06:39 +0000Giovanni Verga"Idea of Progress: An Inquiry into Its Origin and Growth" by John Bagnell Bury delves into the concept of progress, exploring its historical origins and development through various philosophical lenses. 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When disaster strikes and the cargo is lost at sea, a cascade of misfortunes...1381commentary,family,fishing,history,literature,loss,resilience,sicilian,social,tragedyfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/005-chapter-4--70100589https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70100589Tue, 17 Feb 2026 15:57:12 +0000Giovanni VergaIn a picturesque Sicilian fishing village of the nineteenth century, the Malavoglia family stakes everything on a cargo of lupin nuts, hoping for a prosperous outcome. When disaster strikes and the cargo is lost at sea, a cascade of misfortunes...1507commentary,family,fishing,history,literature,loss,resilience,sicilian,social,tragedyfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/004-chapter-3--70100588https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70100588Tue, 17 Feb 2026 15:57:09 +0000Giovanni VergaIn a picturesque Sicilian fishing village of the nineteenth century, the Malavoglia family stakes everything on a cargo of lupin nuts, hoping for a prosperous outcome. 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