https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/precious-bane--6887333enFictionCopyright 19th and 20th Century Fictionhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/5d9ba96f1e7441b56745745772192152.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/precious-bane--6887333Sat, 12 Sep 2026 09:26:42 +0000Mary Webb19th and 20th Century Fictionspreaker28@adfreesounds.comPublished in 1924, Mary Webbs remarkable novel, Precious Bane, delves into themes of ambition, prejudice, and the transformative power of love. Set against the backdrop of rural Shropshire during the Napoleonic Wars, the story follows Prue Sarn, a...false12c6051f-b99d-50f3-8f9b-b2f24160ffd3episodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/land-of-the-burnt-thigh-edith-eudora-kohl--74445910https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74445910Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:05:30 +0000Mary Webb"Land of the Burnt Thigh" by Edith Eudora Kohl invites listeners into a vivid exploration of a unique landscape and the experiences that shape its inhabitants. This evocative work captures the essence of a world defined by resilience and the human...29049falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/new-alice-in-the-old-wonderland-anna-matlack-richards--74397799https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74397799Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:05:21 +0000Mary Webb"New Alice in the Old Wonderland" by Anna Matlack Richards invites listeners into a whimsical world that reimagines the classic tale of Alice. This enchanting narrative explores themes of curiosity, adventure, and the transformative power of...15023falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/this-finer-shadow-harlan-cozad-mcintosh--74321276https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74321276Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:04:55 +0000Mary Webb"This Finer Shadow" by Harlan Cozad McIntosh invites listeners into a world where the intricacies of human experience unfold with depth and nuance. The narrative explores themes of identity, resilience, and the enduring quest for understanding in a...32813falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/heads-of-cerberus-francis-stevens--74274317https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74274317Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:06:17 +0000Mary Webb"Heads of Cerberus" by Francis Stevens is a captivating exploration of a dystopian world where the boundaries between reality and the supernatural blur. This thought-provoking narrative delves into themes of power, identity, and the human condition,...22714falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/thirteenth-man-jeanie-gwynne-kernahan--74160140https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74160140Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:06:50 +0000Mary Webb"Thirteenth Man" by Jeanie Gwynne Kernahan invites listeners into a compelling narrative that explores themes of identity, belonging, and the complexities of human relationships. This story resonates with anyone who has ever felt like an outsider or...30548falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/pioneers-katharine-s-prichard--74108805https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74108805Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:06:36 +0000Mary Webb"Pioneers-Katharine S. Prichard" invites listeners to explore the life and legacy of one of Australia's most significant literary figures. This compelling audiobook delves into Prichard's contributions to literature and her role as a trailblazer for...29889falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/freckles-gene-stratton-porter--74063130https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74063130Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:07:23 +0000Mary Webb"Freckles" by Gene Stratton-Porter is a captivating tale that explores themes of identity, belonging, and the beauty of nature through the eyes of a young man who longs for acceptance. Set against the backdrop of the lush wilderness, the story delves...31400falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/castle-rackrent-maria-edgeworth--74012895https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74012895Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:07:34 +0000Mary WebbCastle Rackrent by Maria Edgeworth is a compelling exploration of the decline of an Irish estate, narrated through the eyes of a loyal servant. This classic tale delves into themes of social change, class dynamics, and the impact of personal choices...18422falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/patrician-john-galsworthy--73960796https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73960796Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:07:11 +0000Mary Webb"Patrician" by John Galsworthy delves into the complexities of social class and the moral dilemmas faced by individuals within the rigid structures of society. This exploration of the tensions between personal desires and societal expectations remains...35396falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/female-quixote-vol-2-charlotte-lennox--73906855https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73906855Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:09:31 +0000Mary Webb"Female Quixote Vol. 2" by Charlotte Lennox continues the exploration of its protagonist's adventures and misadventures, drawing inspiration from the classic literary figure of Don Quixote. This volume delves into themes of imagination versus reality,...29444falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/colonel-s-dream-charles-waddell-chesnutt--73811634https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73811634Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:03:55 +0000Mary WebbColonel's Dream by Charles Waddell Chesnutt explores the complexities of race and identity in the post-Civil War South, reflecting on the aspirations and disillusionments of its characters. This poignant narrative delves into themes of social justice,...32741falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/immortal-moment-may-sinclair--73774405https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73774405Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:04:02 +0000Mary Webb"Immortal Moment" by May Sinclair invites listeners to explore the profound depths of existence and consciousness. This thought-provoking work delves into themes of identity, time, and the essence of life, making it a timeless exploration of the human...23112falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/first-love-ivan-turgenev--73740120https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73740120Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:04:18 +0000Mary Webb"First Love" by Ivan Turgenev is a poignant exploration of youthful infatuation and the bittersweet nature of first love. Set against the backdrop of a changing society, the story captures the intense emotions and complexities that accompany the...11002falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ball-and-the-cross-g-k-chesterton--73714130https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73714130Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:04:28 +0000Mary Webb"Ball and the Cross" by G. K. Chesterton is a thought-provoking exploration of faith and doubt, framed through a compelling narrative that examines the clash between belief and skepticism. This enduring work delves into the complexities of human...30959falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/shadow-of-a-man-e-w-hornung--73692130https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73692130Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:04:42 +0000Mary Webb"Shadow of a Man" by E. W. Hornung delves into the complexities of identity and the shadows that linger in the human psyche. This gripping narrative explores themes of duality and the moral ambiguities that define our choices, making it a...13839falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/last-lords-of-gardonal-william-gilbert--73665918https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73665918Sat, 08 Aug 2026 13:19:38 +0000Mary Webb"Last Lords of Gardonal" by William Gilbert invites listeners into a richly woven narrative that explores themes of power, legacy, and the enduring nature of leadership. As the story unfolds, it delves into the complexities of ruling and the...6024falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/worlds-within-rog-phillips--73642784https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73642784Fri, 07 Aug 2026 23:53:05 +0000Mary Webb"Worlds Within" by Rog Phillips invites listeners into a captivating exploration of the inner landscapes of human experience. This thought-provoking work delves into the complexities of existence, reflecting on the myriad layers that shape our...16537falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/green-valley-katharine-yirsa-reynolds--73603216https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73603216Fri, 07 Aug 2026 07:55:54 +0000Mary WebbGreen Valley-Katharine Yirsa Reynolds invites listeners into a world rich with emotional depth and exploration of the human experience. This audiobook delves into themes of resilience, community, and the enduring power of hope, making it a timeless...30365falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/editor-s-tales-anthony-trollope--73566138https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73566138Thu, 06 Aug 2026 16:09:02 +0000Mary Webb"Editor's Tales-Anthony Trollope" invites listeners into the rich literary world crafted by one of the 19th century's most celebrated authors. This collection reflects on the intricacies of human nature, societal norms, and the subtleties of everyday...32178falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/anglo-american-alliance-a-serio-comic-romance-and-forecast-of-the-future-gregory-casparian--73528027https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73528027Thu, 06 Aug 2026 01:55:34 +0000Mary Webb"Anglo-American Alliance: A Serio-Comic Romance and Forecast of the Future" by Gregory Casparian presents a witty exploration of the relationship between the United States and Great Britain, blending humor with insightful commentary on their alliance....11884falsefull