https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fame-and-fortune--6883304enFictionCopyright Culture and Heritage classicshttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f9f9918873cf1af02980b07a52ad7b01.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fame-and-fortune--6883304Sun, 13 Sep 2026 09:16:41 +0000Horatio Alger, Jr.Culture and Heritage classicsspreaker26@adfreesounds.comIn Fame and Fortune, Richard Hunter, once known as Ragged Dick, navigates the treacherous waters of ambition and morality. With the support of his friend Henry, he upgrades his living situation and lands a promising job. However, his journey takes a...false29cd465c-8e4d-53e9-9db0-dd288f06a1b6episodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/doings-of-raffles-haw-sir-arthur-conan-doyle--74955359https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74955359Sun, 13 Sep 2026 09:01:43 +0000Horatio Alger, Jr."Doings of Raffles Haw" by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle invites listeners into the intriguing world of the enigmatic character Raffles, a master thief whose charm and cunning captivate all around him. This work explores themes of morality, crime, and the...13019falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mark-the-match-boy-or-richard-hunter-s-ward-horatio-alger-jr--74949330https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74949330Sat, 12 Sep 2026 09:01:48 +0000Horatio Alger, Jr."Mark the Match Boy or Richard Hunter's Ward" by Horatio Alger, Jr. tells the poignant story of a young boy who faces the harsh realities of poverty and hardship while maintaining hope and resilience. This timeless tale explores themes of...14016falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ozma-of-oz-l-frank-baum--74944098https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74944098Sun, 06 Sep 2026 22:00:14 +0000Horatio Alger, Jr.Ozma of Oz by L. Frank Baum continues the enchanting adventures in the magical land of Oz, where themes of friendship, bravery, and the quest for identity take center stage. This timeless tale invites listeners to explore the importance of loyalty and...14829falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bungalow-mystery-mildred-a-wirt-benson--74438928https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74438928Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:04:58 +0000Horatio Alger, Jr."Bungalow Mystery" by Mildred A. Wirt Benson invites listeners into a captivating tale that blends mystery and adventure, showcasing the timeless appeal of uncovering secrets. The story resonates with themes of curiosity and determination, reminding...17488falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/thing-in-the-attic-james-b-blish--74386311https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74386311Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:04:58 +0000Horatio Alger, Jr."Thing in the Attic" by James B. Blish invites listeners into a world where the unseen and the unknown lurk just beyond the familiar. This thought-provoking tale explores the themes of fear and curiosity, reflecting on humanity's relationship with the...4923falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rock-crystal-adalbert-stifter--74312120https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74312120Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:04:25 +0000Horatio Alger, Jr."Rock Crystal" by Adalbert Stifter is a timeless tale that explores the beauty and fragility of nature through the lens of human experience. This enchanting story captures the essence of innocence and the profound connections we share with our...6751falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fame-and-fortune-horatio-alger-jr--74210802https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74210802Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:05:55 +0000Horatio Alger, Jr.Fame and Fortune by Horatio Alger, Jr. explores the timeless themes of ambition and the pursuit of success, illustrating the journey of individuals striving to achieve their dreams against all odds. This classic tale emphasizes the values of hard...16461falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/after-house-mary-roberts-rinehart--74149927https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74149927Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:06:09 +0000Horatio Alger, Jr."After House" by Mary Roberts Rinehart invites listeners into a compelling narrative that explores themes of mystery and the complexities of human relationships. As Rinehart weaves her tale, she captivates with her signature blend of suspense and...21106falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/farewell-nikola-guy-boothby--74102643https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74102643Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:06:04 +0000Horatio Alger, Jr."Farewell, Nikola" by Guy Boothby invites listeners into a captivating narrative that explores themes of ambition, fame, and the pursuit of fortune. As the story unfolds, it delves into the complexities of human desires and the lengths to which...22555falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/countdown-kurt-becker-s-j--74054087https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74054087Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:06:35 +0000Horatio Alger, Jr.Countdown-Kurt Becker. S. J is a compelling exploration of the intricate relationship between ambition and spirituality. This thought-provoking work delves into the challenges and rewards of pursuing fame and fortune, inviting listeners to reflect on...13975falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lucky-piece-a-story-of-the-north-woods-albert-bigelow-paine--74004743https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74004743Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:06:47 +0000Horatio Alger, Jr."Lucky Piece: A Story of the North Woods" by Albert Bigelow Paine invites listeners into a captivating narrative set against the backdrop of the enchanting North Woods. This tale explores themes of chance, fortune, and the intricate relationship...21819falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/frozen-deep-wilkie-collins--73952693https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73952693Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:06:46 +0000Horatio Alger, Jr."Frozen Deep" by Wilkie Collins is a gripping tale that delves into themes of love, sacrifice, and the human condition against the backdrop of an icy landscape. This novella invites listeners to explore the depths of emotional resilience and the...11165falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/royal-book-of-oz-ruth-plumly-thompson--73897915https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73897915Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:08:20 +0000Horatio Alger, Jr.The "Royal Book of Oz" by Ruth Plumly Thompson invites listeners into the enchanting world of Oz, where adventure and whimsy reign supreme. This timeless tale weaves together themes of courage, friendship, and the pursuit of dreams, resonating with...18411falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/swiss-family-robinson-in-words-of-one-syllable-lucy-aikin-johann-david-wyss-johann-rudolf-wyss--73803104https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73803104Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:03:30 +0000Horatio Alger, Jr."Swiss Family Robinson in Words of One Syllable" presents a classic tale of survival and adventure, retold in simple language that captures the essence of the original story by Johann David Wyss and his son. This enduring narrative follows a family's...7995falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/adventures-of-gerard-sir-arthur-conan-doyle--73766466https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73766466Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:03:35 +0000Horatio Alger, Jr."Adventures of Gerard" by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle invites listeners into the thrilling escapades of a charming and resourceful French soldier during the Napoleonic Wars. This collection of stories showcases Gerard's wit and bravery as he navigates the...24238falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/shasta-of-the-wolves-olaf-baker--73733409https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73733409Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:03:46 +0000Horatio Alger, Jr."Shasta Of The Wolves" by Olaf Baker invites listeners into a captivating world where the bond between a young girl and a pack of wolves unfolds against the backdrop of nature's untamed beauty. This timeless tale explores themes of loyalty, courage,...16603falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dorothy-dale-in-the-city-margaret-penrose--73708600https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73708600Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:03:52 +0000Horatio Alger, Jr."Dorothy Dale In The City" by Margaret Penrose invites listeners into the vibrant world of a young girl navigating life in an urban setting. This tale captures the essence of adventure, friendship, and the pursuit of dreams, making it a timeless...18145falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tangled-trails-william-macleod-raine--73685921https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73685921Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:04:01 +0000Horatio Alger, Jr.Tangled Trails by William MacLeod Raine invites listeners into a world where adventure and the spirit of the West intertwine. This classic tale captures the essence of exploration and the quest for identity, themes that resonate deeply with audiences...31410falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ice-queen-ernest-ingersoll--73660523https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73660523Sat, 08 Aug 2026 10:15:29 +0000Horatio Alger, Jr."Ice Queen" by Ernest Ingersoll invites listeners into a world where the stark beauty of ice serves as a backdrop for profound exploration of human emotions and resilience. This captivating narrative delves into themes of isolation, strength, and the...18780falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/through-the-looking-glass-version-6-lewis-carroll--73636629https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73636629Fri, 07 Aug 2026 20:32:21 +0000Horatio Alger, Jr."Through the Looking-Glass" by Lewis Carroll invites listeners into a whimsical world that mirrors and twists the familiar, showcasing a realm where logic is turned on its head and imagination reigns supreme. As the protagonist navigates this...12647falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/phantom-of-the-opera-version-3-dramatic-reading-gaston-leroux--73593838https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73593838Fri, 07 Aug 2026 04:07:10 +0000Horatio Alger, Jr."Phantom of the Opera" by Gaston Leroux is a timeless tale of love, obsession, and the haunting beauty of music set against the backdrop of the Paris Opera House. This dramatic reading immerses listeners in the mysterious and tragic world of the...31492falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ragged-dick-horatio-alger-jr--73556768https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73556768Thu, 06 Aug 2026 12:38:27 +0000Horatio Alger, Jr."Ragged Dick" by Horatio Alger, Jr. tells the inspiring story of a young, impoverished boy navigating the streets of New York City in pursuit of success and respectability. This timeless tale explores themes of hard work, perseverance, and the belief...16672falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/princess-of-mars-version-2-edgar-rice-burroughs--73520204https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73520204Wed, 05 Aug 2026 22:45:03 +0000Horatio Alger, Jr."Princess of Mars" by Edgar Rice Burroughs transports listeners to a fantastical world where adventure, heroism, and the struggle for love unfold against the backdrop of the red planet. This classic tale follows the journey of John Carter, a...26774falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/023-chapter-23--70120017https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70120017Tue, 17 Feb 2026 23:45:46 +0000Horatio Alger, Jr.In Fame and Fortune, Richard Hunter, once known as Ragged Dick, navigates the treacherous waters of ambition and morality. With the support of his friend Henry, he upgrades his living situation and lands a promising job. 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