https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/from-ritual-to-romance--6898901enBooksCopyright Early Modernhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/e68415e0bf9da4713f7e5f184b4d524c.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/from-ritual-to-romance--6898901Thu, 10 Sep 2026 09:24:49 +0000Jessie Laidlay WestonEarly Modernspreaker31@podcastlibrary.orgFrom Ritual to Romance by Jessie L. Weston delves into the fascinating origins of the King Arthur legends, exploring the intricate interplay between ancient pagan traditions and later Christian influences. Focusing primarily on the enchanting Holy...falsedd173a9a-bb80-5bf8-ab17-232ee446fb5aepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-067-various--74951751https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74951751Fri, 11 Sep 2026 09:01:08 +0000Jessie Laidlay Weston"Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 067-Various" brings together a diverse array of thought-provoking essays that explore the intricate relationship between ritual and romance. This collection invites listeners to reflect on how these timeless themes...17930falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-064-various--74949096https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74949096Thu, 10 Sep 2026 09:01:10 +0000Jessie Laidlay Weston"Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 064-Various" presents an engaging array of thought-provoking essays that delve into diverse topics, showcasing the power of brevity in nonfiction writing. This collection invites listeners to explore various themes...19301falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/flowers-of-evil-charles-baudelaire-james-huneker--74946623https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74946623Wed, 09 Sep 2026 09:01:38 +0000Jessie Laidlay Weston"Flowers of Evil" by Charles Baudelaire, with commentary by James Huneker, delves into the complexities of beauty, decadence, and the human experience. This seminal work explores the duality of existence, capturing the tension between the sacred and...6719falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/outa-karel-s-stories-south-african-folk-lore-tales-sanni-metelerkamp--74943724https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74943724Tue, 08 Sep 2026 09:01:43 +0000Jessie Laidlay WestonOuta Karel’s Stories South African Folk-Lore Tales by Sanni Metelerkamp invites listeners into a rich tapestry of South African folklore, showcasing the vibrant traditions and timeless lessons embedded in these tales. Each story reflects the cultural...11309falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/golden-porch-w-m-l-hutchinson--74940362https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74940362Mon, 07 Sep 2026 09:01:56 +0000Jessie Laidlay Weston"Golden Porch" by W. M. L. Hutchinson invites listeners into a world where the beauty of nature intertwines with the complexities of human emotion and experience. This evocative work explores themes of connection, reflection, and the passage of time,...25973falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hope-of-the-gospel-george-macdonald--74834336https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74834336Sun, 06 Sep 2026 09:01:43 +0000Jessie Laidlay Weston"Hope of the Gospel" by George MacDonald delves into the profound themes of faith, redemption, and the transformative power of belief. MacDonald, a pioneer of Christian fantasy literature, invites listeners to explore the depths of hope that the...23266falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/zanzibar-tales-george-w-bateman--74827495https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74827495Sat, 05 Sep 2026 09:01:49 +0000Jessie Laidlay Weston"Zanzibar Tales" by George W. Bateman invites listeners into a rich tapestry of narratives that explore the vibrant culture and traditions of Zanzibar. This collection captures the essence of storytelling, revealing the deep connections between ritual...9684falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ingersoll-on-robert-burns-from-the-works-of-robert-g-ingersoll-volume-3-lecture-2-robert-g-ingersoll--74453916https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74453916Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:06:14 +0000Jessie Laidlay WestonExplore the profound insights of Robert G. Ingersoll as he delves into the life and works of the celebrated poet Robert Burns in this enlightening lecture. Ingersoll's examination of Burns highlights the enduring themes of love, humanity, and the...4264falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lore-of-proserpine-maurice-henry-hewlett--74411174https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74411174Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:05:46 +0000Jessie Laidlay Weston"Lore of Proserpine" by Maurice Henry Hewlett delves into the rich tapestry of myth and legend surrounding the figure of Proserpine, exploring themes of transformation, nature, and the interplay between life and death. This evocative work invites...22240falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/light-princess-and-other-fairy-tales-george-macdonald--74333108https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74333108Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:05:38 +0000Jessie Laidlay Weston"Light Princess and Other Fairy Tales" by George MacDonald is a collection of enchanting stories that delve into themes of love, sacrifice, and the transformative power of faith. MacDonald's unique storytelling weaves together whimsical narratives...12633falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/common-reader-virginia-woolf--74283400https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74283400Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:06:57 +0000Jessie Laidlay Weston"Common Reader-Virginia Woolf" explores the rich tapestry of Woolf's thoughts on literature, culture, and the act of reading itself. This collection showcases her unique insights into the role of the reader and the transformative power of literature,...35858falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/shadows-on-the-wall-frank-w-boreham--74171567https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74171567Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:07:26 +0000Jessie Laidlay Weston"Shadows on the Wall" by Frank W. Boreham invites listeners to explore the profound themes of light and darkness that permeate human experience. Boreham's reflections delve into the shadows that often obscure our understanding of life, urging us to...20560falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-054-various--74116432https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74116432Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:07:11 +0000Jessie Laidlay WestonShort Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 054-Various offers a diverse array of thought-provoking essays that delve into various subjects, showcasing the power of concise and impactful writing. This collection invites listeners to explore different...19153falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/birth-of-tragedy-friedrich-nietzsche--74072688https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74072688Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:07:59 +0000Jessie Laidlay Weston"Birth of Tragedy" by Friedrich Nietzsche explores the origins of Greek tragedy and its profound impact on culture and art. 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This compelling...15359falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/utopia-robinson-translation-thomas-more--73640413https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73640413Sat, 08 Aug 2026 09:01:35 +0000Jessie Laidlay WestonThomas More's "Utopia," translated by Robinson, presents a thought-provoking exploration of an ideal society, where communal living and shared resources challenge the norms of 16th-century Europe. This seminal work delves into themes of justice,...21813falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tales-of-1927-a-selection-of-folktales-fables-and-legends-from-books-published-in-1927-various--73604028https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73604028Fri, 07 Aug 2026 09:02:00 +0000Jessie Laidlay Weston"Tales of 1927" is a captivating anthology that brings together a selection of folktales, fables, and legends from various books published in that year. This collection showcases timeless narratives that reflect the rich tapestry of human experience,...9511falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/phillips-brooks-mark-antony-de-wolfe-howe--73572073https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73572073Thu, 06 Aug 2026 18:34:20 +0000Jessie Laidlay WestonPhillips Brooks-Mark Antony De Wolfe Howe is a compelling exploration of the life and contributions of Phillips Brooks, a prominent figure in American religious history, and his relationship with Howe, who played a significant role in documenting...7624falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/milton-thomas-babington-macaulay--73537966https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73537966Thu, 06 Aug 2026 05:38:34 +0000Jessie Laidlay Weston"Milton-Thomas Babington Macaulay" delves into the life and contributions of a pivotal figure in literature and politics. This audiobook explores Macaulay's insights and philosophies, highlighting the enduring relevance of his ideas in contemporary...8278falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/015-the-author--70418539https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70418539Tue, 03 Mar 2026 17:54:54 +0000Jessie Laidlay WestonFrom Ritual to Romance by Jessie L. Weston delves into the fascinating origins of the King Arthur legends, exploring the intricate interplay between ancient pagan traditions and later Christian influences. Focusing primarily on the enchanting Holy...2288arthurian,christianity,culture,folklore,grail,history,literature,mythology,paganism,poetryfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/014-the-perilous-chapel--70418538https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70418538Tue, 03 Mar 2026 17:54:47 +0000Jessie Laidlay WestonFrom Ritual to Romance by Jessie L. 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