https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ward-no-6--6887398enBooksCopyright 19th and 20th Century Fictionhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/75afbd19e276f610e71114cd1d6786f7.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ward-no-6--6887398Sat, 05 Sep 2026 09:27:06 +0000Anton Chekhov19th and 20th Century Fictionspreaker28@adfreesounds.comIn Anton Chekhovs haunting novella, the line between sanity and madness becomes increasingly blurred. Dr. Rabin, a disillusioned idealist, runs a provincial lunatic asylum, where he grapples with dubious policies while overseeing a diverse group of...false0f60c50f-1f74-5a6b-8360-93ea736740ecepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tales-of-chekhov-vol-13-love-and-other-stories-anton-chekhov--74833666https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74833666Sun, 06 Sep 2026 09:01:38 +0000Anton ChekhovTales of Chekhov, Vol. 13, Love and Other Stories presents a collection of Anton Chekhov's poignant narratives that delve into the complexities of love and human relationships. Chekhov's masterful storytelling captures the subtleties of emotion, the...25375falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/black-monk-anton-chekhov--74826461https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74826461Sat, 05 Sep 2026 09:01:54 +0000Anton Chekhov"Black Monk" by Anton Chekhov explores the intricate interplay between reality and illusion, as well as the profound impact of faith and madness on the human psyche. This timeless tale delves into existential themes that resonate deeply with...4483falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/private-papers-of-henry-ryecroft-george-gissing--74633634https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74633634Sat, 29 Aug 2026 09:01:39 +0000Anton ChekhovThe "Private Papers of Henry Ryecroft" by George Gissing offers a poignant glimpse into the introspective thoughts and reflections of its titular character, Henry Ryecroft. Through a series of essays and musings, Gissing explores themes of...27867falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/three-sisters-may-sinclair--74598435https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74598435Fri, 28 Aug 2026 09:01:58 +0000Anton Chekhov"Three Sisters" by May Sinclair explores the intricate dynamics of sibling relationships and the complexities of familial bonds. This timeless narrative delves into themes of identity, sacrifice, and the pursuit of personal fulfillment, making it a...32753falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/constitution-of-athens-aristotle--74563155https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74563155Thu, 27 Aug 2026 09:01:50 +0000Anton ChekhovThe "Constitution of Athens" by Aristotle offers a detailed examination of the political structure and governance of ancient Athens, highlighting the principles that guided its democratic system. This work is a vital historical document that delves...9960falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-proposal--74529828https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74529828Wed, 26 Aug 2026 09:02:06 +0000Anton Chekhov"The Proposal" invites listeners into a world where the intricacies of human relationships and the complexities of love are explored with depth and nuance. This timeless narrative delves into the emotional landscapes of its characters, revealing the...1908falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hero-of-our-time-version-2-mikhail-yurevich-lermontov--74496077https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74496077Tue, 25 Aug 2026 09:01:56 +0000Anton Chekhov"Hero of Our Time" by Mikhail Yurevich Lermontov is a profound exploration of the human condition through the life of a disillusioned young officer in 19th-century Russia. The novel delves into themes of existentialism, isolation, and the search for...21330falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/story-of-a-modern-woman-version-2-ella-hepworth-dixon--74446821https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74446821Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:05:44 +0000Anton Chekhov"Story of a Modern Woman" by Ella Hepworth Dixon explores the complexities of a woman's life in a rapidly changing society. This novel delves into themes of identity, independence, and the societal expectations placed on women, making it a poignant...26176falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rubaiyat-of-omar-khayyam-fitzgerald-5th-edition-omar-khayyam--74399558https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74399558Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:05:17 +0000Anton ChekhovThe Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám, in its Fitzgerald 5th edition, presents a timeless collection of quatrains that explore the complexities of life, love, and the pursuit of meaning. Khayyám's verses invite listeners to contemplate the fleeting nature...2256falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tales-of-chekhov-vol-01-anton-chekhov--74322746https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74322746Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:05:10 +0000Anton ChekhovTales of Chekhov Vol. 01-Anton Chekhov presents a compelling collection of stories by the masterful writer Anton Chekhov, showcasing his keen insights into human nature and the complexities of life. This volume invites listeners to explore themes of...7312falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/man-s-world-rachel-crothers--74275645https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74275645Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:06:22 +0000Anton Chekhov"Man's World" by Rachel Crothers delves into the complexities of gender roles and societal expectations, exploring the challenges and triumphs of women in a male-dominated society. This thought-provoking work remains relevant today as it addresses...8004falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/life-and-death-of-tom-thumb-the-great-henry-fielding--74161769https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74161769Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:07:13 +0000Anton Chekhov"Life and Death of Tom Thumb the Great" by Henry Fielding is a captivating exploration of the life and adventures of the diminutive hero, Tom Thumb. 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As the characters navigate their intertwined lives,...13995falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/jenny-sigrid-undset--74014053https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74014053Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:07:51 +0000Anton Chekhov"Jenny-Sigrid Undset" invites listeners into the profound world of Sigrid Undset, a celebrated author whose works explore the complexities of human experience and the depths of faith. This audiobook offers a unique opportunity to engage with themes of...33407falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/genji-monogatari-the-tale-of-genji-murasaki-shikibu--73961980https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73961980Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:07:05 +0000Anton Chekhov"Genji Monogatari," also known as "The Tale of Genji," is a classic work by Murasaki Shikibu that explores the life and loves of Hikaru Genji, a nobleman in the Heian period of Japan. This timeless narrative delves into themes of romance, the fleeting...31951falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/twilight-sleep-edith-wharton--73908321https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73908321Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:09:32 +0000Anton Chekhov"Twilight Sleep" by Edith Wharton explores the complexities of modern life and the quest for meaning amid societal expectations. Wharton's keen observations and incisive wit illuminate the struggles of her characters as they navigate the blurred lines...32167falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lost-lady-verson-2-willa-cather--73812995https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73812995Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:04:09 +0000Anton Chekhov"Lost Lady" by Willa Cather is a poignant exploration of the complexities of love, loss, and the passage of time. 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This timeless work serves as a guide to self-discipline,...17268falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kokoro-hints-and-echoes-of-japanese-inner-life-lafcadio-hearn--73714755https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73714755Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:04:35 +0000Anton Chekhov"Kokoro: Hints and Echoes of Japanese Inner Life" by Lafcadio Hearn offers a profound exploration of the Japanese psyche, delving into the subtleties of emotion, culture, and spirituality that define the inner lives of its people. Hearn's reflections...28637falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/origins-of-christianity-thomas-whittaker--73692804https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73692804Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:04:55 +0000Anton Chekhov"Origins of Christianity" by Thomas Whittaker delves into the foundational aspects and historical context of Christianity, exploring its beginnings and the factors that shaped its development. 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This volume features "Ward No. 6," a profound exploration of the human condition, sanity,...7312falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crome-yellow-version-2-aldous-huxley--73604479https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73604479Fri, 07 Aug 2026 08:29:37 +0000Anton ChekhovCrome Yellow, a novel by Aldous Huxley, explores the lives of a group of characters during their stay at a country estate, delving into themes of art, society, and the complexities of human relationships. Huxley's sharp wit and keen observations...21876falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/shooting-party-anton-chekhov--73567489https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73567489Thu, 06 Aug 2026 16:38:56 +0000Anton Chekhov"Shooting Party" by Anton Chekhov captures the essence of human interaction and the complexities of social dynamics during a hunting expedition. 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