https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/weird-tales-volume-2--6887401enFictionCopyright 19th and 20th Century Fictionhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/2619b9f490e5ef9618954f6f3e26a160.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/weird-tales-volume-2--6887401Sat, 12 Sep 2026 09:26:42 +0000E. T. A. Hoffmann19th and 20th Century Fictionspreaker28@adfreesounds.comIn these fascinating tales, variety is the common thread that weaves through diverse countries and historical eras. The outcomes—whether fortunate or tragic—are often surprising, reflecting the unpredictability of life itself. The characters express...false25f19b04-fc32-5245-ac6e-986b3ec78ef0episodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/neighbourhood-a-year-s-life-in-and-about-an-english-village-tickner-edwardes--74446840https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74446840Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:05:45 +0000E. T. A. Hoffmann"Neighbourhood – A Year’s Life in and About an English Village" by Tickner Edwardes offers a captivating exploration of the rhythms and routines of village life in England over the course of a year. This immersive narrative captures the essence of...35356falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/gospel-according-to-mark-from-gnomon-of-the-new-testament-johann-albrecht-bengel--74399600https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74399600Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:05:31 +0000E. T. A. HoffmannThe "Gospel According to Mark," as presented in Johann Albrecht Bengel's "Gnomon of the New Testament," offers a profound exploration of the life and teachings of Jesus Christ through the lens of one of the earliest and most impactful accounts in the...12966falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dream-of-john-ball-william-morris--74322784https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74322784Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:04:59 +0000E. T. A. Hoffmann"Dream of John Ball" by William Morris is a thought-provoking exploration of social justice and the quest for a fairer society. Set against the backdrop of historical struggles, the narrative delves into themes of equality and the human spirit's...8626falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crock-of-gold-james-stephens--74275680https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74275680Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:06:32 +0000E. T. A. HoffmannCrock of Gold by James Stephens is a captivating exploration of the intersection between the mundane and the magical, weaving a rich tapestry of folklore and philosophy. This enchanting tale delves into themes of faith, the search for meaning, and the...21156falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lesley-castle-dramatic-reading-jane-austen--74161799https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74161799Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:07:07 +0000E. T. A. Hoffmann"Lesley Castle," a dramatic reading by Jane Austen, showcases the author's wit and keen observations on society through the lens of correspondence between two women. This work, though lesser-known, captures the essence of friendship, the intricacies...4439falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/jane-austen-s-sailor-brothers-john-hubback-edith-hubback-brown--74109724https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74109724Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:06:40 +0000E. T. A. Hoffmann"Jane Austen's Sailor Brothers" by John Hubback and Edith Hubback Brown delves into the lives of Austen's lesser-known characters, exploring the maritime adventures of her sailor brothers. This work captures the essence of familial bonds and the...26213falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/gargantua-and-pantagruel-book-iv-francois-rabelais--74064414https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74064414Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:07:34 +0000E. T. A. HoffmannGargantua and Pantagruel, Book IV by François Rabelais continues the satirical and comedic adventures of the giant Gargantua and his son Pantagruel, exploring themes of education, religion, and humanism. This work delves into the absurdities of life,...25625falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/search-grace-livingston-hill--74014088https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74014088Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:07:30 +0000E. T. A. Hoffmann"Search-Grace Livingston Hill" invites listeners into a world where faith and resilience shine through life's challenges. Hill's storytelling weaves themes of hope, love, and the quest for spiritual fulfillment, making it a timeless exploration of the...21381falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bay-a-book-of-poems-d-h-lawrence--73962000https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73962000Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:07:05 +0000E. T. A. Hoffmann"Bay: A Book of Poems" by D. H. Lawrence invites listeners into a world of evocative imagery and profound emotion, showcasing the poet's deep connection to nature and the human experience. Lawrence's lyrical exploration of themes such as love, loss,...1882falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/anarchism-and-other-essays-version-2-emma-goldman--73908345https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73908345Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:08:47 +0000E. T. A. Hoffmann"Anarchism and Other Essays" by Emma Goldman presents a compelling exploration of anarchism and its principles through a series of thought-provoking essays. Goldman articulates her vision of a society free from oppressive structures, advocating for...27088falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/jane-austen-s-sailor-brothers-john-hubback-edith-hubback-brown--73813021https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73813021Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:04:07 +0000E. T. A. Hoffmann"Jane Austen's Sailor Brothers" by John Hubback and Edith Hubback Brown delves into the lives of Austen's naval siblings, exploring themes of family, duty, and the complexities of life at sea. This engaging narrative invites listeners to reflect on...26213falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/if-i-may-a-a-milne--73775689https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73775689Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:04:01 +0000E. T. A. HoffmannIf I May by A. A. Milne is a captivating exploration of the nuances of human experience, reflecting on themes of identity, creativity, and the passage of time. Milne's signature wit and insight shine through, making this work a timeless piece that...17039falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bay-a-book-of-poems-d-h-lawrence--73741269https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73741269Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:04:22 +0000E. T. A. Hoffmann"Bay: A Book of Poems" by D. H. Lawrence offers a rich tapestry of lyrical exploration that delves into the complexities of human emotion and the natural world. Lawrence's poignant verses capture the essence of life, love, and the interplay between...1882falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tysons-may-sinclair--73714765https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73714765Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:04:44 +0000E. T. A. Hoffmann"Tysons-May Sinclair" invites listeners into a world steeped in introspection and the exploration of the human condition. This thought-provoking work delves into themes of identity, existence, and the intricacies of relationships, making it a timeless...17776falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fortune-hunter-a-novel-of-new-york-society-anna-cora-mowatt-ritchie--73692823https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73692823Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:04:47 +0000E. T. A. Hoffmann"Fortune Hunter: A Novel of New York Society" by Anna Cora Mowatt Ritchie explores the intricate dynamics of social ambition and the pursuit of wealth within the elite circles of New York. This engaging narrative delves into themes of desire, status,...26948falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/st-george-and-st-michael-volume-3-george-macdonald--73667148https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73667148Sat, 08 Aug 2026 13:49:40 +0000E. T. A. HoffmannSt. George and St. Michael, Volume 3 by George MacDonald is a captivating exploration of themes such as faith, morality, and the eternal struggle between good and evil. MacDonald's rich narrative invites listeners to engage with profound philosophical...21374falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tudor-and-stuart-love-songs-john-potter-briscoe--73643551https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73643551Sat, 08 Aug 2026 00:21:33 +0000E. T. A. HoffmannTudor and Stuart Love Songs by John Potter Briscoe captures the essence of romantic expression during a transformative period in English history. This collection showcases the beauty and complexity of love through the lens of the Tudor and Stuart...8422falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/astrophel-and-stella-sir-philip-sidney--73604502https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73604502Fri, 07 Aug 2026 08:30:11 +0000E. T. A. Hoffmann"Astrophel and Stella" by Sir Philip Sidney is a poignant exploration of love and desire, encapsulated in a sequence of sonnets that delve into the complexities of unrequited affection and the interplay between the heart and the intellect. This...6054falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/witch-of-salem-john-r-musick--73567531https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73567531Thu, 06 Aug 2026 16:39:50 +0000E. T. A. Hoffmann"Witch of Salem" by John R. Musick delves into the haunting legacy of the Salem witch trials, exploring themes of superstition, fear, and the consequences of mass hysteria. This gripping narrative captures the essence of a dark chapter in American...32468falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/in-a-syrian-saddle-ada-goodrich-freer--73529205https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73529205Thu, 06 Aug 2026 02:24:39 +0000E. T. A. Hoffmann"In a Syrian Saddle" by Ada Goodrich-Freer invites listeners to embark on a vivid journey through the landscapes and cultures of Syria, as experienced by the author herself. This captivating narrative blends travelogue with personal reflection,...29238falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/015-section-15-master-johannes-wacht-part-3--70193802https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70193802Sat, 21 Feb 2026 17:02:56 +0000E. T. A. HoffmannIn these fascinating tales, variety is the common thread that weaves through diverse countries and historical eras. The outcomes—whether fortunate or tragic—are often surprising, reflecting the unpredictability of life itself. The characters express...2570craftsmanship,destiny,emotion,friendship,literature,narrative,romance,satire,tales,unpredictabilityfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/014-section-14-master-johannes-wacht-part-2--70193801https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70193801Sat, 21 Feb 2026 17:02:54 +0000E. T. A. HoffmannIn these fascinating tales, variety is the common thread that weaves through diverse countries and historical eras. The outcomes—whether fortunate or tragic—are often surprising, reflecting the unpredictability of life itself. The characters express...2117craftsmanship,destiny,emotion,friendship,literature,narrative,romance,satire,tales,unpredictabilityfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/013-section-13-master-johannes-wacht-part-1--70193800https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70193800Sat, 21 Feb 2026 17:02:52 +0000E. T. A. HoffmannIn these fascinating tales, variety is the common thread that weaves through diverse countries and historical eras. The outcomes—whether fortunate or tragic—are often surprising, reflecting the unpredictability of life itself. The characters express...3015craftsmanship,destiny,emotion,friendship,literature,narrative,romance,satire,tales,unpredictabilityfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/012-section-12-gambler-s-luck-part-2--70193799https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70193799Sat, 21 Feb 2026 17:02:50 +0000E. T. A. HoffmannIn these fascinating tales, variety is the common thread that weaves through diverse countries and historical eras. The outcomes—whether fortunate or tragic—are often surprising, reflecting the unpredictability of life itself. The characters express...2373craftsmanship,destiny,emotion,friendship,literature,narrative,romance,satire,tales,unpredictabilityfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/011-section-11-gambler-s-luck-part-1--70193798https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70193798Sat, 21 Feb 2026 17:02:48 +0000E. T. A. HoffmannIn these fascinating tales, variety is the common thread that weaves through diverse countries and historical eras. The outcomes—whether fortunate or tragic—are often surprising, reflecting the unpredictability of life itself. The characters express...2254craftsmanship,destiny,emotion,friendship,literature,narrative,romance,satire,tales,unpredictabilityfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/010-section-10-mademoiselle-de-scudery-part-4--70193797https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70193797Sat, 21 Feb 2026 17:02:47 +0000E. T. A. HoffmannIn these fascinating tales, variety is the common thread that weaves through diverse countries and historical eras. The outcomes—whether fortunate or tragic—are often surprising, reflecting the unpredictability of life itself. The characters express...2692craftsmanship,destiny,emotion,friendship,literature,narrative,romance,satire,tales,unpredictabilityfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/009-section-9-mademoiselle-de-scudery-part-3--70193796https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70193796Sat, 21 Feb 2026 17:02:45 +0000E. T. A. HoffmannIn these fascinating tales, variety is the common thread that weaves through diverse countries and historical eras. The outcomes—whether fortunate or tragic—are often surprising, reflecting the unpredictability of life itself. The characters express...2989craftsmanship,destiny,emotion,friendship,literature,narrative,romance,satire,tales,unpredictabilityfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/008-section-8-mademoiselle-de-scudery-part-2--70193795https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70193795Sat, 21 Feb 2026 17:02:43 +0000E. T. A. HoffmannIn these fascinating tales, variety is the common thread that weaves through diverse countries and historical eras. The outcomes—whether fortunate or tragic—are often surprising, reflecting the unpredictability of life itself. The characters express...2666craftsmanship,destiny,emotion,friendship,literature,narrative,romance,satire,tales,unpredictabilityfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/007-section-7-mademoiselle-de-scudery-part-1--70193794https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70193794Sat, 21 Feb 2026 17:02:41 +0000E. T. A. HoffmannIn these fascinating tales, variety is the common thread that weaves through diverse countries and historical eras. The outcomes—whether fortunate or tragic—are often surprising, reflecting the unpredictability of life itself. The characters express...2899craftsmanship,destiny,emotion,friendship,literature,narrative,romance,satire,tales,unpredictabilityfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/006-section-6-master-martin-the-cooper-part-3--70193792https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70193792Sat, 21 Feb 2026 17:02:38 +0000E. T. A. HoffmannIn these fascinating tales, variety is the common thread that weaves through diverse countries and historical eras. The outcomes—whether fortunate or tragic—are often surprising, reflecting the unpredictability of life itself. The characters express...3579craftsmanship,destiny,emotion,friendship,literature,narrative,romance,satire,tales,unpredictabilityfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/005-section-5-master-martin-the-cooper-part-2--70193790https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70193790Sat, 21 Feb 2026 17:02:36 +0000E. T. A. HoffmannIn these fascinating tales, variety is the common thread that weaves through diverse countries and historical eras. The outcomes—whether fortunate or tragic—are often surprising, reflecting the unpredictability of life itself. The characters express...3169craftsmanship,destiny,emotion,friendship,literature,narrative,romance,satire,tales,unpredictabilityfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/004-section-4-master-martin-the-cooper-part-1--70193789https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70193789Sat, 21 Feb 2026 17:02:34 +0000E. T. A. HoffmannIn these fascinating tales, variety is the common thread that weaves through diverse countries and historical eras. The outcomes—whether fortunate or tragic—are often surprising, reflecting the unpredictability of life itself. The characters express...2779craftsmanship,destiny,emotion,friendship,literature,narrative,romance,satire,tales,unpredictabilityfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/003-section-3-the-doge-and-dogess-part-3--70193788https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70193788Sat, 21 Feb 2026 17:02:32 +0000E. T. A. HoffmannIn these fascinating tales, variety is the common thread that weaves through diverse countries and historical eras. The outcomes—whether fortunate or tragic—are often surprising, reflecting the unpredictability of life itself. The characters express...2679craftsmanship,destiny,emotion,friendship,literature,narrative,romance,satire,tales,unpredictabilityfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/002-section-2-the-doge-and-dogess-part-2--70193787https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70193787Sat, 21 Feb 2026 17:02:30 +0000E. T. A. HoffmannIn these fascinating tales, variety is the common thread that weaves through diverse countries and historical eras. The outcomes—whether fortunate or tragic—are often surprising, reflecting the unpredictability of life itself. The characters express...2808craftsmanship,destiny,emotion,friendship,literature,narrative,romance,satire,tales,unpredictabilityfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/001-section-1-the-doge-and-dogess-part-1--70193786https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70193786Sat, 21 Feb 2026 17:02:28 +0000E. T. A. HoffmannIn these fascinating tales, variety is the common thread that weaves through diverse countries and historical eras. The outcomes—whether fortunate or tragic—are often surprising, reflecting the unpredictability of life itself. The characters express...2690craftsmanship,destiny,emotion,friendship,literature,narrative,romance,satire,tales,unpredictabilityfalsefull