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Whether you are escaping a crowded drawing room or simply wish for a companionable voice at day’s end, this podcast offers chapters like open windows: fresh air, gentle wit, and the reassuring sense that even the most tangled circumstances may yet resolve into something rather lovely.]]>enFictionPublic domainhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/0da008fdbbd28904dda7262370419ffe.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-von-arnim-library--6884352Fri, 17 Jul 2026 18:30:04 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimJonathan Magnussonfeeds@spreaker.comWelcome to a quiet corner of the garden where stories unfold at their own agreeable pace. Here, the novels of Elizabeth von Arnim are read in full, accompanied only by the rustle of leaves and the occasional sigh of sensible rebellion. Expect sharp...
Whether you are escaping a crowded drawing room or simply wish for a companionable voice at day’s end, this podcast offers chapters like open windows: fresh air, gentle wit, and the reassuring sense that even the most tangled circumstances may yet resolve into something rather lovely.]]>falseserialhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-benefactress-chapter-1--70137839https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70137839Wed, 18 Feb 2026 21:02:02 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which Anna Estcourt, a pretty but discontented young woman caught in the uneasy toils of dependence upon her wealthy sister-in-law, contemplates the weariness and monotony of her social existence while yearning for independence and meaning. Amidst...1313false11fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-benefactress-chapter-2--70137841https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70137841Thu, 19 Feb 2026 18:30:02 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which a German uncle visits London and forms a quietly affectionate bond with Anna, engaging in earnest conversation about life, love, and independence while revealing contrasting views on marriage and fortune. Their gentle exchanges, marked by...815false12fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-benefactress-chapter-3--70137847https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70137847Fri, 20 Feb 2026 18:30:02 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which a quiet corner of a London drawing-room is suddenly suffused with new light as dear Anna receives unexpected letters from a departed uncle, bestowing upon her a small estate and the promise of independence; and though the exact location of...1736false13fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-benefactress-chapter-4--70137846https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70137846Sat, 21 Feb 2026 18:30:02 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which the gentle humours and small vexations of family travel unfold as Anna, Susie, Letty, and Miss Leech journey to Germany to arrange matters of inheritance, each harbouring private hopes and vexations beneath the surface of their companionship....662false14fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-benefactress-chapter-5--70137851https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70137851Sun, 22 Feb 2026 18:30:06 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which we accompany a lively party as they journey through the bleak Pomeranian plains to a quaint old town, where the rustic customs and the pungent scent of fish impose a curious charm amidst the chill and wind; and our heroine, newly come into...2364false15fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-benefactress-chapter-6--70137848https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70137848Mon, 23 Feb 2026 18:30:13 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which a young lady arrives at her uncle’s secluded country house, where the austere simplicity of the place and the brusque attentions of the estate’s overseer provoke a mixture of pride and unease. Through an uneasy dinner and a lengthy discourse...2084false16fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-benefactress-chapter-7--70137845https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70137845Tue, 24 Feb 2026 18:30:13 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which Anna awakens to the realities of a stormy night and the fracturing of familial bonds, contemplating the boundless beauty and austere simplicity of her new surroundings with a hopeful heart. She confides her resolution to remain in this remote...2067false17fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-benefactress-chapter-8--70137840https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70137840Wed, 25 Feb 2026 18:30:09 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which a young woman, clad in simple white and possessed of quiet grace, seeks practical assistance from a sentimental but well-meaning pastor to find shelter for twelve ladies fallen on hard times, navigating the peculiarities of local society and...1241false18fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-benefactress-chapter-9--70137850https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70137850Thu, 26 Feb 2026 18:30:02 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which Anna, newly settled in her inherited home, navigates the complexities of local society and domestic preparations with cheerful determination, seeking to find the right companion who might guide her through the necessary reforms. A fortuitous...962false19fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-benefactress-chapter-10--70137860https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70137860Fri, 27 Feb 2026 18:30:09 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which the industrious Axel Lohm contemplates the earnest schemes of his niece’s neighbour, Miss Estcourt, whose ambitious plan to transform melancholy lives by sharing her fortune inspires both hope and masculine scepticism; and his lively sister...1799false110fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-benefactress-chapter-11--70137854https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70137854Sat, 28 Feb 2026 18:30:04 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which the house at Jungbluth is transformed into a bustling hive of activity as Anna and Trudi prepare for a new life, negotiating the eccentricities and advice of local characters with varied amusement and discretion. Amid bustling preparations...1146false111fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-benefactress-chapter-12--70137843https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70137843Sun, 01 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which Anna, left to manage her estate alone and burdened by the overwhelming influx of applicants to her philanthropic scheme, cautiously engages with a new companion of noble birth who has elected to work to maintain her independence. Their...1374false112fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-benefactress-chapter-13--70137842https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70137842Mon, 02 Mar 2026 18:30:05 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which the practical and staunch Princess Ludwig imposes her orderly and no-nonsense regime upon Anna’s household, while Anna prepares with eager hope to welcome the first chosen women into her carefully adorned and peaceful country home. A chance...1114false113fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-benefactress-chapter-14--70137852https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70137852Tue, 03 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which the air is filled with delicate anticipation as three ladies, each carrying the mark of their past hardships, arrive to be warmly welcomed into a new home, tended to with nervous but heartfelt affection by Anna. A quiet tête-à-tête unfolds...1066false114fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-benefactress-chapter-15--70137853https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70137853Wed, 04 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which the Baroness Elmreich, newly arrived and keenly observant, inspects her unfamiliar accommodation with skeptical attention, while Anna endeavours with gentle persistence to break through the barriers of reserve and sorrow among her varied and...1813false115fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-benefactress-chapter-16--70137864https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70137864Thu, 05 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which a small gathering reveals the delicate social dynamics and subtle tensions between the English and German ladies, as Fräulein Kuhräuber’s awkwardness under the princess’s gaze highlights the unspoken divides and unalleviated curiosities of...927false116fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-benefactress-chapter-17--70137855https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70137855Fri, 06 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which Miss Estcourt receives a pile of letters and faces the persistent proposals of Herr Dellwig, whose schemes, especially one involving a brick-kiln, meet her quiet but firm resistance; the conversation reveals the complexities of influence and...1123false117fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-benefactress-chapter-18--70137857https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70137857Sat, 07 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which the fresh brightness of an April morning revives Anna’s spirits and softens her perspective on the fragile pride of Frau von Treumann, while the household begins to settle into the hopeful rhythms of shared companionship. Over breakfast,...1241false118fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-benefactress-chapter-19--70137859https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70137859Sun, 08 Mar 2026 18:30:04 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which Anna, burdened by the complexities of her new household and the unexpected arrival of Karlchen, walks thoughtfully through the forest, contemplating the delicate balance between trust and suspicion among her charges. She encounters Axel,...1106false119fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-benefactress-chapter-20--70137868https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70137868Mon, 09 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which the idyllic onset of May in Northern Germany sets a tender scene for unexpected encounters and delicate social manoeuvres, as Karlchen arrives to meet the intriguing Miss Estcourt and navigates the curious mixture of affection, rivalry, and...1021false120fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-benefactress-chapter-21--70137866https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70137866Tue, 10 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which Anna wrestles with the uneasy complexity of her new household, the unwelcome attentions of Karlchen, and the fraught atmosphere among her guests, whilst tending to the challenges of her estate and the innocent yet embarrassing romantic folly...1539false121fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-benefactress-chapter-22--70137849https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70137849Wed, 11 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which a young vicar, burdened by family tradition and his own unsettled heart, finds his appetite replaced by a feverish devotion to a mysterious poem from an English lady, awakening in him lovesick turmoil and wild hopes. His impetuous attempts to...1399false122fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-benefactress-chapter-23--70137865https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70137865Thu, 12 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which a young clergyman, overwhelmed by turbulent feelings and a sense of injustice, seeks out a confident rival to confront painful truths veiled in misunderstanding and wounded pride. The encounter unfolds with a curious blend of disdain,...1037false123fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-benefactress-chapter-24--70137844https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70137844Fri, 13 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which the ominous glow of a distant fire draws Anna and Letty from the quiet of Kleinwalde into a night filled with anxiety, dutiful efforts, and unexpected peril, as the community rallies to defend the threatened estate. Amidst the chaos and...1565false124fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-benefactress-chapter-25--70137862https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70137862Sat, 14 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which the small community rallies with quiet determination to address a fire that has consumed the stables, while the intimacies of night bring forth gentle reflections and strained loyalties. The hour grows late and weariness deepens, revealing...707false125fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-benefactress-chapter-26--70137869https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70137869Sun, 15 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which the morning following a fire brings an unexpected, brusque visit from Herr Dellwig, whose pressing concern leads him to confront the young vicar Klutz with troubling suspicions, setting a tense scene at the railway station. Observed quietly...458false126fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-benefactress-chapter-27--70137867https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70137867Mon, 16 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which a resolute Anna resolves to embrace wisdom and patience amidst the domestic oddities and petty disputes that pervade her new household, confronting the uneasy truths about her companions with unexpected compassion. Her attempt at harmony...1395false127fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-benefactress-chapter-28--70137863https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70137863Tue, 17 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which the tender and troubled Anna tends faithfully to the stricken baroness while contending with the bitterness wrought by a thoughtless young man, and the uneasy shadows of care and affection gather quietly about her. Meanwhile, in the intimacy...1261false128fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-benefactress-chapter-29--70137861https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70137861Wed, 18 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which Anna's tender yearning for the comfort of a mother unfolds amid the turmoil of the baroness's illness and the suffocating presence of Frau von Treumann, whose unwelcome attentions deepen the household's unease. She navigates the delicate...952false129fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-benefactress-chapter-30--70137856https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70137856Thu, 19 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which Anna’s morning journey reveals the paradox of festivity overshadowed by solitude and unforeseen misfortune, as she confronts the stark reality of a neighbour’s sudden arrest amid whispers and the muted desolation of his home. Her resolute...1369false130fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-benefactress-chapter-31--70137858https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70137858Fri, 20 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which the sombre realities of disgrace and imprisonment unfold around Axel von Lohm, as those about him grapple with scandal and social judgement, while he endures the cruel confines of his cell with a growing despair that is briefly lifted by a...1922false131fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-benefactress-chapter-32-and-conclusion--70137870https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70137870Sat, 21 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which two souls, united amidst the stark confines of a prison, forge a bond of profound trust and courage that transcends their harsh surroundings, embracing a future together despite looming uncertainties. Meanwhile, life’s ordinary gaieties and...729false132fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-pastor-s-wife-section-1--70667838https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70667838Sun, 22 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which a young lady, newly released from her family’s anxious care and a painful toothache, discovers a thrilling sense of freedom in bustling London and impulsively embarks on an unexpected holiday to Switzerland. Along the way, she encounters a...3824false21fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-pastor-s-wife-section-2--70667837https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70667837Mon, 23 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which Ingeborg finds herself unexpectedly at the centre of a most curious and rather formal courtship initiated by Herr Dremmel, whose earnestness and unconventional charm introduce a stirring contrast to her familiar world of duty and restraint....3668false22fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-pastor-s-wife-section-3--70667841https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70667841Tue, 24 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which Ingeborg returns to Redchester under the damp, familiar skies, burdened by the weight of secret engagements and quiet fears, surrounded by the unchanged faces and routines of home that once shaped her but now seem to constrict her spirit. She...3494false23fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-pastor-s-wife-section-4--70667847https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70667847Wed, 25 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which a heavy shadow of paternal wrath descends upon the Palace, casting a veil of solemn restraint over all who dwell there, as the Bishop wrestles with his stormy feelings and seeks solace in prayer and public forgiveness. Meanwhile, at a...3860false24fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-pastor-s-wife-section-5--70667840https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70667840Thu, 26 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which the chapter gently unfurls the swift and splendid wedding of Ingeborg and Herr Dremmel, illuminating the intricate family dynamics and the quiet struggles beneath the surface of appearances. Ingeborg embarks on a new life in Kökensee,...3644false25fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-pastor-s-wife-section-6--70667846https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70667846Fri, 27 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which a carefully planned garden tea with Frau Dremmel unfolds into a prolonged and tense visit, revealing unspoken grievances and cultural misunderstandings beneath its quiet surface. Then, amid the strict formality and subtle judgments of an...3716false26fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-pastor-s-wife-section-7--70667851https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70667851Sat, 28 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which we are kindly ushered into the intimate domestic rhythms of Ingeborg’s new life in East Prussia, where the gentle complexity of German customs unfolds amid the tender exchange of hopes and misunderstandings between her and Herr Dremmel...3768false27fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-pastor-s-wife-section-8--70667842https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70667842Sun, 29 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which the gentle rhythm of expectant motherhood is tenderly observed through Ingeborg’s quiet endurance and dawning apprehension, as she navigates her changing body and mind with a mix of hopeful anticipation and unspoken fear. The subsequent...4097false28fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-pastor-s-wife-section-9--70667843https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70667843Mon, 30 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which Ingeborg seeks solace beside a quiet lake and wrestles with her feelings of isolation and the daunting resemblance of her child to her mother-in-law, leading her to a surprising encounter with the spirited artist Edward Ingram who urges her...3614false29fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-pastor-s-wife-section-10--70667848https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70667848Tue, 31 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which the delicate tensions of marital discord unfold with a quiet gravity, revealing Ingeborg’s sorrowful retreat and Herr Dremmel’s stern but perplexed resolve as they grapple with the boundaries of love, duty, and understanding. In the stillness...3611false210fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-pastor-s-wife-section-11--70667852https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70667852Wed, 01 Apr 2026 18:30:04 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which a gentle garden of domestic hopes and schemes is planted by a mother striving to revive herself and her children amid the cool and often unyielding soil of village life; yet the children’s reluctant spirits and the clearing of the nest by the...3677false211fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-pastor-s-wife-section-12--70667845https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70667845Thu, 02 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which Ingeborg, the pastor’s wife, finds solace and renewed joy in a medley of books and the unexpected company of Ingram, a celebrated artist who returns to Kökensee with the intent to capture her radiant spirit in his portraits. Their encounters...3624false212fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-pastor-s-wife-section-13--70667850https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70667850Fri, 03 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which the reserved customs of Redchester give way to a candid exchange between Ingeborg and Ingram, revealing their quietly unfolding bond amidst reflections on affection, art, and the restrictive conventions that govern their lives. The gentle...3751false213fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-pastor-s-wife-section-14--70667844https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70667844Sat, 04 Apr 2026 18:30:02 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which a young lady prepares for an adventurous journey from her quiet home to the vibrant landscapes of Italy, buoyed by plans and the companionship of a lively guide while grappling with the delicate negotiation of her sudden departure from...3625false214fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-pastor-s-wife-section-15--70667839https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70667839Sun, 05 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which a gentleman’s attempt to kindle love amid Italian landscapes reveals the gentle but trying complexity of his companion’s innocent spirit and unaccustomed freedom. Their tentative revelations and tender confessions unfold beneath cathedral...3517false215fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-pastor-s-wife-section-16--70667849https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70667849Mon, 06 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which a weary and troubled soul endeavours to escape from one compelling presence only to prepare for a fraught return to another, all the while guarded by a haunting mixture of fear, hope, and resigned courage. The gentle but unyielding rhythms of...3265false216fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-enchanted-april-chapter-1--70668590https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70668590Tue, 07 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which on a bleak February afternoon in a London club, Mrs. Wilkins, a quiet and overlooked woman, discovers an advertisement for a furnished medieval Italian castle to let in April, igniting a wistful longing for escape from her dreary domestic...2223false31fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-enchanted-april-chapter-2--70668589https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70668589Wed, 08 Apr 2026 18:30:05 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which Mrs. Arbuthnot, moved by an impulsive yet earnest acquaintance, finds herself sharing a curious longing for a distant Italian castle that unsettles her accustomed prudence and stirs a secret excitement beneath her usual calm exterior. As she...1167false32fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-enchanted-april-chapter-3--70668594https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70668594Thu, 09 Apr 2026 18:30:02 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which two ladies, inspired by a yearning for tranquillity and beauty, overcome practical obstacles and the need for references to secure a mediaeval Italian castle for their retreat, devising a plan to share the cost with likeminded companions....1699false33fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-enchanted-april-chapter-4--70668591https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70668591Fri, 10 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which the apprehensions and moral entanglements of two ladies preparing for their Italian sojourn unfold amidst blustering March storms and domestic misunderstandings, painting a delicate picture of duty and desire in the delicate balance of their...941false34fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-enchanted-april-chapter-5--70668596https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70668596Sat, 11 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which two weary English ladies arrive at a mysterious Italian station beneath a sky heavy with rain, enduring a bewildering, shadowy journey through twisting roads and flower-scented paths guided by the spirited Beppo and later the vigilant...1482false35fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-enchanted-april-chapter-6--70668595https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70668595Sun, 12 Apr 2026 18:30:02 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which Mrs. Wilkins awakens to the radiant beauty of an Italian April morning and delights in the newfound freedom and joy of her simple, serene surroundings, while she and Mrs. Arbuthnot encounter the intriguingly independent Lady Caroline, whose...1966false36fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-enchanted-april-chapter-7--70668592https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70668592Mon, 13 Apr 2026 18:30:04 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which the ladies awaken to the sunlit promise of their new abode, and a rather formidable Mrs Fisher takes her place at the head of the table with quiet command, much to the surprise and mild dismay of her new companions. The interplay of manners...1231false37fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-enchanted-april-chapter-8--70668600https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70668600Tue, 14 Apr 2026 18:30:02 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which two ladies, newly arrived at San Salvatore, find themselves enveloped in the lush, riotous beauty of the garden, their conversation light and contemplative amidst the vibrant blooms and serene sea views. Meanwhile, Lady Caroline, asserting...2203false38fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-enchanted-april-chapter-9--70668602https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70668602Wed, 15 Apr 2026 18:30:05 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which Mrs. Fisher settles comfortably into her chosen sitting-room at San Salvatore, where she insists on preserving her privacy and adheres to a strict regimen reflecting her mature tastes and memories of a grander past. Yet, as the ladies gather...1591false39fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-enchanted-april-chapter-10--70668601https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70668601Thu, 16 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which a young lady seeking solitude in the garden is unexpectedly joined by a firm and worldly older woman, whose practical counsel and sharp observations gently unsettle the former’s thoughts. The encounter reveals contrasting perspectives on...1399false310fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-enchanted-april-chapter-11--70668597https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70668597Fri, 17 Apr 2026 18:30:02 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which the effulgent sweetness of San Salvatore’s air and blooms kindles a gentle discord as Mrs. Fisher stakes a solitary claim to a sitting-room, while Lotty Wilkins, transformed by the place’s rare enchantment, casts aside former resentments and...1313false311fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-enchanted-april-chapter-12--70668593https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70668593Sat, 18 Apr 2026 18:30:02 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which the ladies settle for the first time around the dinner table amid delicate discussions of propriety, companionship, and the invisible arrangements of rooms and guests, their varied temperaments and opinions intermingling as freely as the...2051false312fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-enchanted-april-chapter-13--70668598https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70668598Sun, 19 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which the four ladies at San Salvatore settle into a sunlit stillness that belies their inward restlessness and silent musings, each stirred and transformed in her own distinct manner by the enchanting Italian spring. Their solitary wanderings,...2459false313fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-enchanted-april-chapter-14--70668599https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70668599Mon, 20 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which the garden at San Salvatore unfolds from spring to summer with radiant blooms, while Mrs. Wilkins anticipates her husband’s arrival with serene confidence, and the other ladies observe the picturesque preparations and the fine Italian air’s...1615false314fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-enchanted-april-chapter-15--70668605https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70668605Tue, 21 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which a singular camaraderie forms around Mr. Wilkins, whose transition from an embarrassing accident to polished companion breathes new life into the company, refining even the most prosaic aspects of holiday housekeeping into occasions of gentle...1798false315fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-enchanted-april-chapter-16--70668604https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70668604Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which the gathering at San Salvatore settles into a second week of unexpected harmony and gentle transformation, as Mr. Wilkins proves to be a most obliging companion, and the ladies begin to feel the subtle working of the place on their spirits...1917false316fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-enchanted-april-chapter-17--70668610https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70668610Thu, 23 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which Rose grapples with the restless stirrings of old longings and the unsettling arrival of a visitor connected to the house they inhabit, while the sunlit days at San Salvatore quietly reveal the curious ways in which new acquaintances unfold...1426false317fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-enchanted-april-chapter-18--70668606https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70668606Fri, 24 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which a pleasant walk beside thyme-scented paths brings Rose Arbuthnot unexpected cheer and introduces Mr. Briggs, a warm-hearted gentleman who swiftly becomes a charming companion and awakens gentler moods even in the usually austere Mrs. Fisher....1531false318fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-enchanted-april-chapter-19--70668608https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70668608Sat, 25 Apr 2026 18:30:04 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which the quiet peace of an April rest-cure is gently disturbed by the arrival of a young and infatuated Mr. Briggs, whose admiration unsettles Scrap, while another unexpected visitor, the affable Mr. Arundel, offers a more benign companionship....1805false319fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-enchanted-april-chapter-20--70668603https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70668603Sun, 26 Apr 2026 18:30:04 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which Mr. Arundel, with amiable inventiveness, entertains Scrap with tales and imaginings of her mother’s charming doings, while the houseful of inhabitants prepare for evening with a gentle stir of thoughts and feelings. And Rose, alone by the...959false320fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-enchanted-april-chapter-21--70668607https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70668607Mon, 27 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which a long-absent husband and wife find themselves reunited in a manner that is both bewildering and sweetly tender, their past grievances momentarily dissolved in mutual affection. They enter a dining room where the unexpected presence of others...1504false321fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-enchanted-april-chapter-22--70668609https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70668609Tue, 28 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which the full moon envelops the garden in an ethereal white light, casting a serene spell over its occupants as reflections on love and loneliness softly unfold under the stars. The characters find themselves quietly inspecting the tender marvels...1916false322fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/elizabeth-and-her-german-garden-section-1-may-7th--70668766https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70668766Wed, 29 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which Elizabeth discovers a neglected, wild garden surrounding an ancient house that becomes her sanctuary of peace and natural beauty, inspiring a deep happiness and a newfound sense of belonging. She relates her early, often comical gardening...1030false41fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/elizabeth-and-her-german-garden-section-2-may-1section-th--70668768https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70668768Thu, 30 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which the garden blossoms under the patient care of a somewhat reluctant gardener, and the tender struggles of a novice gardener striving for a natural and joyous arrangement are tenderly chronicled. The writer reflects with quiet contentment on...389false42fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/elizabeth-and-her-german-garden-section-3-may-14th--70668762https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70668762Fri, 01 May 2026 18:30:04 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which the gentle rhythms of garden life are disturbed by an incursion of cows that trample precious flowers, and a tender yet troubled encounter with a family of owls reveals the delicate balance between nature and human desire. The writer finds...647false43fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/elizabeth-and-her-german-garden-section-4-may-15th--70668765https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70668765Sat, 02 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which Elizabeth reflects with gentle contentment on the peaceful solitude of her beloved garden and house, finding joy in their quiet beauty and the fragrant lilac blossoms that fill her rooms, yet sometimes yearns for a kindred spirit to share in...132false44fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/elizabeth-and-her-german-garden-section-5-may-16th--70668764https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70668764Sun, 03 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which I describe the charming industriousness of my German neighbour, her wholesome country life, and the quiet, reflective joys and occasional vexations that fill my own garden days and social encounters. I muse upon the fleeting beauty of...716false45fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/elizabeth-and-her-german-garden-section-6-june-3rd--70668763https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70668763Mon, 04 May 2026 18:30:04 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which a delightful April child brings her brand-new kittens and inquires with innocent curiosity about angels and the heavenly wardrobe, prompting tender storytelling sessions filled with imaginative reinterpretations. The narrative then drifts...660false46fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/elizabeth-and-her-german-garden-section-7-july-11th--70668770https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70668770Tue, 05 May 2026 18:30:02 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which a nostalgic pilgrimage to a long-abandoned family garden unfolds amidst mist and memory, where the bittersweet mingling of youthful joys and present uncertainties dwell in the quiet dampness of overgrown paths. The garden’s familiar shadows...774false47fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/elizabeth-and-her-german-garden-section-8-september-15th--70668777https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70668777Wed, 06 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which the solemn presence of a just and dignified grandfather pervades childhood memories, his stern wisdom and peculiar habits both respected and quietly mourned upon his passing. Meanwhile, tender reflections on a father’s quiet authority and the...351false48fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/elizabeth-and-her-german-garden-section-9-november-11th--70668771https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70668771Thu, 07 May 2026 18:30:02 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which the quiet corners of a neglected garden evoke childhood memories, tender labours, and unexpected encounters that stir both laughter and reflection amid the changing seasons. With a sharp eye on the rhythms of winter life, the author muses on...3609false49fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/elizabeth-and-her-german-garden-section-10-november-20th--70668767https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70668767Fri, 08 May 2026 18:30:02 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which a midnight gathering around the fire invites a lively discourse on the curious social and legal status of women in Germany, revealing contrasting opinions between the hostess, her guests, and the silent Man of Wrath. Amid dance lessons, sharp...999false410fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/elizabeth-and-her-german-garden-section-11-december-7th--70668775https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70668775Sat, 09 May 2026 18:30:02 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which the quiet intimacies of hand-kissing customs and the practical challenges of maintaining a garden in a dry climate unfold amidst reflections on family life and the elusive art of child-rearing. The delicate interplay of personalities—between...694false411fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/elizabeth-and-her-german-garden-section-12-december-22nd--70668776https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70668776Sun, 10 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which the season’s radiant frost and crystallised air transform the landscape into a jubilant realm of skating adventures, winter picnics, and the shimmering embrace of the Baltic’s frozen shore, all observed with a blend of affectionate amusement...1476false412fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/elizabeth-and-her-german-garden-section-13-december-27th--70668772https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70668772Mon, 11 May 2026 18:30:02 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which a winter picnic in the forest reveals the challenges of eating sandwiches with fur-lined gloves and tending to anxious horses, while the quiet companionship of a loyal old coachman offers a comforting presence. The fading light and gentle...825false413fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/elizabeth-and-her-german-garden-section-14-january-1st--70668769https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70668769Tue, 12 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which the author delights in tranquil, moonlit drives through fragrant forests accompanied by the faithful if occasionally drowsy Peter, whose gentle disposition softens even the mishaps of bolting horses and overturned sleighs. Evening descends...1720false414fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/elizabeth-and-her-german-garden-section-15-january-15th--70668773https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70668773Wed, 13 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which a nocturnal stroll past a solitary hill reveals the distant glow of a proud friend’s Schloss, prompting a lively discussion about the peculiar domestic arrangements within. Through affectionate and witty recollection, the room’s sombre decor,...1135false415fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/elizabeth-and-her-german-garden-section-16-january-28th--70668778https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70668778Thu, 14 May 2026 18:30:02 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which the subtle hierarchies of German social life are gently unraveled through a discourse on the precise seating arrangements of sofas, revealing an intricate dance of precedence and invisible distinctions. The conversation meanders to the...1899false416fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/elizabeth-and-her-german-garden-section-17-april-18th--70668774https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70668774Fri, 15 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which the arrival of spring and its gentle labours bring a renewed sense of purpose and joyful occupation to the garden, as Elizabeth reflects on her curious forays into vegetable-growing, the trials of English plants in a foreign soil, and the...538false417fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/vera-chapter-i--71897879https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71897879Sat, 16 May 2026 18:30:04 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which Lucy, newly bereaved and strangely detached from her own sorrow, stands silent and unmoved beside the sea on a radiant, burning August day, feeling the shocking void left by her father's sudden death. Into this still and heavy summer air...932false51fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/vera-chapter-ii--71897862https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71897862Sun, 17 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which a chance meeting beneath a mulberry tree brings together two souls each shadowed by their own grief, and Mr Wemyss reveals the harrowing tale behind the mysterious headlines bearing his name. The quiet presence of shared sorrow and gentle...866false52fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/vera-chapter-iii--71897861https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71897861Mon, 18 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which the steadfast Wemyss becomes a gentle pillar of support for young Lucy amidst the sombre solemnities and daunting solitude following a grievous loss, transforming grief into a fragile comfort shared beneath the starlit sky. Together, in quiet...711false53fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/vera-chapter-iv--71897871https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71897871Tue, 19 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which the arrival of Lucy’s aunt introduces a new anchor of support to the household, binding Wemyss and Lucy closer together as they navigate the sorrowful aftermath of a funeral surrounded by mourners and solemn rituals. Amid quiet confidences...1440false54fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/vera-chapter-v--71897868https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71897868Wed, 20 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which a tender and sorrowful companionship is delicately formed between Lucy and Wemyss amid the solemn routines of grief, where gentle misunderstandings and unspoken longings weave through their quiet days. The weight of loss and the need for...1160false55fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/vera-chapter-vi--71897859https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71897859Thu, 21 May 2026 18:30:04 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which the tender transformation of Wemyss from grief to joy unfolds beneath the tender gaze of Lucy, who, in a moment of mutual solace, finds herself encompassed by a love both gentle and resolute. And in the quiet aftermath, as letters traverse...413false56fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/vera-chapter-vii--71897867https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71897867Fri, 22 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which Miss Entwhistle, ever the practical and kind-hearted aunt, observes with a mixture of surprise and relief the serene composure of her niece Lucy as they settle into the confines of a modest London house amid their shared mourning. Into their...965false57fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/vera-chapter-viii--71897890https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71897890Sat, 23 May 2026 18:30:02 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which Lucy finds herself gently besieged by her aunt’s quietly probing questions about Mr Wemyss, whose honest simplicity and reticence unevenly color their outings and domestic life. As the delicate matter of truth and understanding looms, Lucy...832false58fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/vera-chapter-ix--71897884https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71897884Sun, 24 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which Lucy passionately endeavours to convince her aunt of the natural and necessary renewal of life following a profound tragedy, whilst her aunt wrestles with conventional notions of grief and propriety. Meanwhile, Miss Entwhistle attempts to...952false59fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/vera-chapter-x--71897864https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71897864Mon, 25 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which Miss Entwhistle conscientiously wrestles with her emotions and the practicalities of her niece Lucy’s forthcoming marriage, striving to adopt an attitude of kindness despite her private reservations and unspoken doubts. As the season turns...751false510fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/vera-chapter-xi--71897866https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71897866Tue, 26 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which the engagement of Lucy and Everard unfolds amid the disapproval and intrusions of well-meaning family friends, highlighting the contrast between Lucy’s tender refuge in Everard’s affection and the hostile scrutiny she endures. The narrative...1734false511fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/vera-chapter-xii--71897869https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71897869Wed, 27 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which the festivities of Christmas bring an undercurrent of disappointment and tender apprehension, as Lucy wrestles with her feelings for the house overshadowed by sorrow, and Everard’s hopeful plans for their future quietly take shape. Meanwhile,...1251false512fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/vera-chapter-xiii--71897877https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71897877Thu, 28 May 2026 18:30:02 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which gratitude and tenderness bloom quietly between Lucy and her dear Aunt Dot as a shared secret of love and impending union comes to light, softening fears with the warmth of understanding. The day of the wedding dawns with innocent triumph and...413false513fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/vera-chapter-xiv--71897889https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71897889Fri, 29 May 2026 18:30:04 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which newlywed Lucy discovers the exhausting and inescapable attentions of her spirited husband, Everard, whose exuberant love contrasts with her own growing fatigue and secret unease. Their journey through picturesque châteaux and the anticipation...1163false514fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/vera-chapter-xv--71897874https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71897874Sat, 30 May 2026 18:30:02 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which young Lucy, newly wedded and full of tender hopes, discovers that the perfect openness promised in love is more complicated than expected, especially when doubts and silences quietly gather. Her heart, shadowed by the looming presence of a...703false515fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/vera-chapter-xvi--71897882https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71897882Sun, 31 May 2026 18:30:02 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which Lucy and Wemyss arrive at The Willows, a striking red-brick house set amid willowy meadows and open skies, where Lucy wrestles with nervousness and a delicate sense of propriety as she negotiates the new surroundings and Wemyss’s affectionate...1330false516fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/vera-chapter-xvii--71897872https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71897872Mon, 01 Jun 2026 18:30:04 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which a tender luncheon unfolds beneath the watchful eyes of life-sized photographs, revealing the delicate interplay of love and sensitivity shared between Everard and Lucy, as they navigate the intimacies and simple pleasures of their home. Their...1336false517fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/vera-chapter-xviii--71897880https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71897880Tue, 02 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which Lucy is led by Everard through the sombre, meticulously locked library and the large, imposing bedroom that once belonged to Vera, where the ever-present memory of the past lingers in every corner despite Everard’s cheerful attempts to enfold...777false518fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/vera-chapter-xix--71897870https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71897870Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which the fierce gusts of wind and the open window conspire to unsettle the household, leading to a tension that pulses sharply in the air and in the voices exchanged. Lucy, caught between misunderstanding and a fierce desire to mend, finds herself...681false519fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/vera-chapter-xx--71897873https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71897873Thu, 04 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which our observant heroine, weather-beaten and wearied, seeks solace and understanding in the absence of her husband’s attentions, finding a strange comfort in the steadfast presence of a faithful servant and the quiet refuge of Vera’s room....1178false520fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/vera-chapter-xxi--71897885https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71897885Fri, 05 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which Mr. Wemyss, left alone in the echoing drawing-room, reflects with a mixture of irritation and longing on the neglected piano and the dwindling social gatherings once held there, his mood darkened by domestic tensions. He scrutinises the...793false521fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/vera-chapter-xxii--71897883https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71897883Sat, 06 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which a quiet domestic scene unfolds by the hearth, revealing the tender and complex interplay of love and misunderstanding between a newlywed couple on a day meant for celebration. As moments of quiet contrition and confession pass between them,...874false522fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/vera-chapter-xxiii--71897888https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71897888Sun, 07 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which Lucy wrestles with the delicate tensions of love and fear in her relationship with Wemyss, finding herself caught between closeness and an unbridgeable distance that keeps her mind restless despite her body’s submission. Meanwhile, domestic...892false523fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/vera-chapter-xxiv--71897860https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71897860Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which a quiet domestic scene unfolds with much ritual and unspoken tension, as Lucy grapples with the unfamiliar exactitudes and stern discipline of Everard’s household management. The delicate negotiations of tea and duties reveal the subtle...912false524fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/vera-chapter-xxv--71897878https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71897878Tue, 09 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which Lucy succumbs to a weariness that dulls thought and feeling, while Wemyss oscillates between tender care and brisk insistence in showing her the house and managing their routine, all amid the formal rituals and unspoken tensions of The...882false525fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/vera-chapter-xxvi--71897887https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71897887Wed, 10 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which one observes the delicate unrest of a newlywed's night and the gentle, lingering effects of a troublesome cold that compel unexpected visits and tender attentions. Meanwhile, a kindly aunt arrives with a heart full of goodwill and...1214false526fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/vera-chapter-xxvii--71897865https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71897865Thu, 11 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which Miss Entwhistle, feeling the weight of uninvited presence and unseen scrutiny within the austere walls of The Willows, endeavours to uphold a quiet dignity amidst the unfamiliarity and coldness of the household. As evening deepens, she...924false527fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/vera-chapter-xxviii--71897886https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71897886Fri, 12 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which Everard Wemyss resumes his regimented London life, struggling with the estrangement and peculiar compartmentalising of his existence following his recent nuptials, while Miss Entwhistle attends vigilantly to the ailing Lucy at Strorley,...1157false528fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/vera-chapter-xxix--71897876https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71897876Sat, 13 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which the peaceful recovery of a dear young lady is tenderly chronicled amidst the quiet stirrings of spring, where love and silent anxieties intertwine within the sombre walls of a house heavy with memory. There is a delicate dance of hope and...1037false529fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/vera-chapter-xxx--71897881https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71897881Sun, 14 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which Miss Entwhistle, caught between duty and unease, prepares to return to Eaton Terrace before Everard’s arrival, only to find herself navigating a frosty and perplexing dinner with him that unsettles her usual composure. The evening unfolds...1109false530fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/vera-chapter-xxxi--71897875https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71897875Mon, 15 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which Miss Entwhistle, visiting Everard's house, finds herself unwelcome and is firmly told she must leave, despite her earnest pleas to say farewell to Lucy and her concerns for the young wife's happiness. The night closes in with a solemn sense...1017false531fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/vera-chapter-xxxii--71897863https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71897863Tue, 16 Jun 2026 18:30:04 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which a gentleman, having firmly asserted his authority against an unwelcome visitor, reflects in a calm and somewhat amused manner upon the peculiar ways of women who presume liberties in his house. After ensuring all is peaceful and secure, he...455false532fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-adventures-of-elizabeth-in-rugen-the-first-day-from-miltzow-to-lauterbach-part-1--71897974https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71897974Wed, 17 Jun 2026 18:30:04 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which Elizabeth, thwarted in her wish to walk around the island of Rügen by the conventional fears of her acquaintances, sets out on a spirited and solitary drive into the captivating and mysterious landscapes described in her guidebooks. With a...2191false61fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-adventures-of-elizabeth-in-rugen-the-first-day-from-miltzow-to-lauterbach-part-2--71897975https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71897975Thu, 18 Jun 2026 18:30:04 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which Elizabeth and her companion Gertrud endure a weary and rather dismal journey through the beechwoods and quaint villages of Rügen, contending with mishaps and the absence of their carriage, all the while observing the curious charm of the...2510false62fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-adventures-of-elizabeth-in-rugen-the-second-day-lauterbach-and-vilm--71897977https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71897977Fri, 19 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which Elizabeth describes her second day on the island of Rügen with gentle observations on the peculiarities of German country pillows, the pleasures of bathing by the sea, and a solitary wander through the enchanting beechwoods and shores of...3117false63fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-adventures-of-elizabeth-in-rugen-the-third-day-from-lauterbach-to-gohren--71897982https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71897982Sat, 20 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which Elizabeth embarks on a bright and breezy journey through the pine forests and sandy roads of Rügen, observing the peculiar seriousness of her companion Gertrud amidst the lively beauty of the landscape and the quaint villages they pass. She...1614false64fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-adventures-of-elizabeth-in-rugen-the-fourth-day-from-gohren-to-thiessow--71897979https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71897979Sun, 21 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which Elizabeth embarks on a lengthy, sunlit journey across the flat, treeless plain to the remote village of Thiessow, discovering delight in the simplicity of the land and sea, and settling into a quaint, spotless inn that promises tranquillity....1203false65fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-adventures-of-elizabeth-in-rugen-the-fourth-day-continued-at-thiessow--71897980https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71897980Mon, 22 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which Elizabeth recounts her encounter with her cousin Charlotte, whose life has taken a strenuous and unconventional path marked by intellectual ambitions and radical ideals, contrasting sharply with Elizabeth’s own tranquil domesticity. Their...1664false66fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-adventures-of-elizabeth-in-rugen-the-fifth-day-from-thiessow-to-sellin--71897976https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71897976Tue, 23 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which a leisurely walk along the enchanting Rügen coastline turns unexpectedly complex with the arrival of a determined cousin whose spirited conversation and contrivances disrupt the narrator’s quest for solitude. Over a hot midday meal,...1147false67fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-adventures-of-elizabeth-in-rugen-the-fifth-day-continued-from-sellin-to-binz--71897981https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71897981Wed, 24 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which Elizabeth and Charlotte wander through the serene and sunlit beech forests, sharing quiet reflections and encountering the peculiar society of the island’s visitors, including the pedantic Harvey-Brownes. As night falls, an unsettling...2356false68fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-adventures-of-elizabeth-in-rugen-the-sixth-day-the-jagdschloss--71897978https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71897978Thu, 25 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which a solitary morning walk leads Elizabeth to a hidden sanctuary of serene silence and the jovial company of lively woodland creatures, before an encounter at a hilltop inn introduces her to a most peculiar gentleman and an eccentric family...1897false69fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-adventures-of-elizabeth-in-rugen-the-sixth-day-continued-the-granitz-woods-schwarze-see-and-kiekower--71897989https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71897989Fri, 26 Jun 2026 18:30:06 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which the author discovers a solitary, nameless Finnish soldier’s grave in a secluded forest clearing and reflects with gentle melancholy on the peculiarities of human remembrance and the delicate balance of soul and body under the weight of...1731false610fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-adventures-of-elizabeth-in-rugen-the-seventh-day-from-binz-to-stubbenkammer--71897983https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71897983Sat, 27 Jun 2026 18:30:06 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which Elizabeth and Charlotte journey from Binz through the sunlit and shade-filled landscapes of Rügen, encountering the curious complexities of human nature amid the island’s beauty. Along the way, they engage in thoughtful, occasionally sharp...1769false611fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-adventures-of-elizabeth-in-rugen-the-seventh-day-continued-at-stubbenkammer--71897987https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71897987Sun, 28 Jun 2026 18:30:04 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which a most idiosyncratic old Professor arrives to rekindle familiar family airs with his wife amidst a gathering of English visitors, causing a curious mingling of admiration and discomfort. Amidst fluttering emotions and sudden goodbyes, the...1147false612fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-adventures-of-elizabeth-in-rugen-the-eighth-day-from-stubbenkammer-to-glowe--71897986https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71897986Mon, 29 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which Elizabeth finds herself irresistibly drawn into the delicate and uncertain affairs of Charlotte and the Professor, pondering the complexities of selflessness and love amid the charm of Rügen’s landscapes and quiet villages. As she wanders...2980false613fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-adventures-of-elizabeth-in-rugen-the-ninth-day-from-glowe-to-wiek--71897988https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71897988Tue, 30 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which the pursuit of a certain absent lady leads through sunless roads, rain-scented countryside, and an unpromising lighthouse inn, where chance encounters with acquaintances complicate the journey and the company. We observe the gentle, if...2700false614fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-adventures-of-elizabeth-in-rugen-the-tenth-day-from-wiek-to-hiddensee--71897985https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71897985Wed, 01 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which the narrator hatches a gentle and cunning scheme to reunite two separated souls on the narrow, windswept island of Hiddensee, quietly weaving together the threads of care and hope amid the soft vastness of sea and sky. The tender quietude of...1607false615fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-adventures-of-elizabeth-in-rugen-the-eleventh-day-from-wiek-home--71897984https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71897984Thu, 02 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which the traveller takes a quiet and reflective farewell from the charming island of Rügen, bidding adieu to acquaintances and observing the gentle idiosyncrasies of parting hospitality. The journey concludes with a thoughtful summing-up of places...414false616fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caravaners-chapter-1--71898333https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71898333Fri, 03 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which a gentleman and his wife, preparing to mark their fifth wedding anniversary, make leisurely visits to neighbouring country estates and encounter a charming widow’s enticing proposal of an economical and unconventional holiday in England...1464false71fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caravaners-chapter-2--71898325https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71898325Sat, 04 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which the narrator embarks on a carefully planned caravan journey with his wife Edelgard, navigating the amusing tribulations of departure preparations, sartorial adjustments, and the peculiarities of English customs and manners. Their confidences...1778false72fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caravaners-chapter-3--71898324https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71898324Sun, 05 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which our travellers, filled with spirited anticipation despite the blustering weather, traverse the Kentish landscape to reach the modest village of Panthers, where the curious assembly of caravans awaits them amid a bleak but promising setting....1834false73fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caravaners-chapter-4--71898341https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71898341Mon, 06 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which a group of caravaners, hindered by absent young ladies and inclement weather, struggle with the unwieldy tasks of unpacking and setting off amidst a symphony of barking dogs and jolting provisions. They find refuge on a bleak common, where...1929false74fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caravaners-chapter-5--71898327https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71898327Tue, 07 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which the Baron awakens to a lively morning in the caravan, reflecting on the peculiar intimacies and social nuances of English caravan life, as well as his initial chilly impressions of his diverse companions. Through fumbling social exchanges and...1336false75fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caravaners-chapter-6--71898326https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71898326Wed, 08 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which the travelers set out along a shining summer road, their conversations and reflections mingling with the warmth and the sparkling greenery, revealing quietly observed contrasts of character and custom among the party. As the day wears on,...1184false76fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caravaners-chapter-7--71898328https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71898328Thu, 09 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which a beleaguered gentleman’s caravan party struggles to find a suitable campsite, encountering both the vexations of an unwelcoming landlady and the indignities of a bleak, gnat-ridden field amidst village life. Amidst mended pride and broken...1200false77fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caravaners-chapter-8--71898331https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71898331Fri, 10 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which the narrator undertakes the unfamiliar and somewhat humbling task of lighting a fire amidst the gentle rebuke and assistance of his wife, revealing the delicate dance of domestic roles in a rural English setting. As evening falls and the...1236false78fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caravaners-chapter-9--71898330https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71898330Sat, 11 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which a weary party trudges through the dismal English countryside, battling uncomfortable weather and wearisome company dynamics with a patient endurance akin to that of oxen. They find reluctant shelter in a remote farm field, where the harshness...1493false79fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caravaners-chapter-10--71898329https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71898329Sun, 12 Jul 2026 18:30:04 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which the party endures a damp and wearisome caravan journey beset by unrelenting drizzle, confounding lanes, and the constant labour that camping entails, all under the capricious guidance of Mrs. Menzies-Legh’s whims. The travellers navigate...1485false710fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caravaners-chapter-11--71898338https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71898338Mon, 13 Jul 2026 18:30:06 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which a night of relentless rain besets the caravan with discomfort and prompts inward reflections on duty, illness, and the vexations of neglect, while the dawn finds the company resuming their journey amidst the curious glances of villagers. The...1548false711fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caravaners-chapter-12--71898344https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71898344Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which the gentle artifice of caravan life unfolds beneath a Sussex sky, revealing whispered conversations and the quietly shifting moods of an assemblage caught between decorum and rustic ease. The narrator reflects with a mixture of amusement and...1721false712fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caravaners-chapter-13--71898334https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71898334Wed, 15 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which we observe a foreign gentleman’s delicate reflections on the contrasts between German and British religious observances, social customs, and the subtle intricacies of etiquette that both separate and define their worlds. His keen eye captures...1929false713fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caravaners-chapter-14--71898332https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71898332Thu, 16 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which a day of relentless wind and rain turns the caravan journey into a dreary trudge filled with minor mishaps, uneasy conversations, and wry reflections on marital temperaments and social graces. The Baron’s steady presence soothes his somewhat...1718false714fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caravaners-chapter-15--71898337https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71898337Fri, 17 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Elizabeth von ArnimIn which a troubled evening at Bodiam Castle draws forth reflections on the cruel interplay of duty, temper, and providence, revealing the quiet tensions of a weary party beleaguered by weather and temperament. Among the rain and ruins, a gentleman...1375false715full