https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/drugging-a-nation--6900562enHistoryCopyright Science Storieshttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/395a1a7b20f8db29b507c65f496825e9.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/drugging-a-nation--6900562Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:57:39 +0000Samuel Merwin, Sr.Science Storiesspreaker32@podcastlibrary.orgDrugging a Nation unveils the shocking role of the British Empire in the widespread addiction to opium that plagued the Chinese population during the nineteenth century. This gripping narrative reveals how the opium crisis weakened China, leading to...false8b4e408e-f56f-5021-a20c-dc15761689d0episodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/spirit-of-the-age-or-contemporary-portraits-william-hazlitt--74336085https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74336085Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:05:28 +0000Samuel Merwin, Sr."Spirit of the Age; Or, Contemporary Portraits" by William Hazlitt is a profound exploration of the intellectual landscape of the early 19th century, capturing the essence of contemporary thought and the personalities that shaped it. Hazlitt's...32693falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/colored-people-of-chicago-louise-dekoven-bowen--74285691https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74285691Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:07:22 +0000Samuel Merwin, Sr."Colored People of Chicago" by Louise DeKoven Bowen offers a poignant exploration of the lives and experiences of Chicago's diverse communities. Through her insightful observations, Bowen captures the complexities of race, identity, and belonging in...4182falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/unwritten-literature-of-the-hopi-hattie-greene-lockett--74174793https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74174793Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:07:33 +0000Samuel Merwin, Sr."Unwritten Literature of the Hopi-Hattie Greene Lockett" delves into the rich tapestry of Hopi culture and the significance of oral traditions that shape their identity. This audiobook captures the essence of a community whose narratives remain vital...13067falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/vindication-of-the-rights-of-men-in-a-letter-to-edmund-burke-mary-wollstonecraft--74118356https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74118356Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:07:22 +0000Samuel Merwin, Sr.Mary Wollstonecraft's "Vindication of the Rights of Men, in a Letter to Edmund Burke" is a passionate defense of human rights and a critique of the prevailing social and political norms of her time. In this compelling work, Wollstonecraft articulates...10390falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/indians-in-wisconsin-s-history-john-m-douglass--74075480https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74075480Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:08:01 +0000Samuel Merwin, Sr."Indians in Wisconsin's History" by John M. Douglass delves into the rich and complex narratives of Native American tribes in Wisconsin, exploring their significant roles and contributions throughout the state's history. This audiobook is a vital...5529falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/chinese-dragon-luther-newton-hayes--74024406https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74024406Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:08:20 +0000Samuel Merwin, Sr."Chinese Dragon-Luther Newton Hayes" invites listeners into a compelling narrative that embodies the rich tapestry of cultural identity and personal journey. This audiobook explores themes of resilience, transformation, and the quest for understanding...4572falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/immortality-and-the-unseen-world-w-o-e-oesterley--73973731https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73973731Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:07:47 +0000Samuel Merwin, Sr."Immortality and the Unseen World" by W. O. E. Oesterley explores profound themes surrounding the concept of immortality and the existence of realms beyond human perception. This thought-provoking work delves into the intersection of faith,...33854falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/use-of-the-dead-to-the-living-thomas-southwood-smith--73921576https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73921576Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:09:03 +0000Samuel Merwin, Sr."Use Of The Dead To The Living" by Thomas Southwood Smith explores the profound relationship between mortality and the living, delving into themes of life, death, and the legacy left behind. This thought-provoking work invites listeners to reflect on...7358falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/abroad-with-mark-twain-and-eugene-field-tales-they-told-to-a-fellow-correspondent-henry-william-fischer--73817582https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73817582Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:01:51 +0000Samuel Merwin, Sr."Abroad with Mark Twain and Eugene Field" by Tales They Told to a Fellow Correspondent-Henry William Fischer invites listeners to explore the vibrant narratives and experiences shared by two of America's most beloved literary figures. This audiobook...22626falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/social-settlement-movement-in-chicago-josephine-hunt-raymond--73784718https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73784718Fri, 14 Aug 2026 09:01:47 +0000Samuel Merwin, Sr."Social Settlement Movement in Chicago" by Josephine Hunt Raymond delves into the transformative efforts of the social settlement movement, highlighting its impact on urban communities. This work examines how these settlements aimed to bridge the gap...9893falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/slave-narratives-a-folk-history-of-slavery-in-the-united-states-from-interviews-with-former-slaves-volume-v-indiana-narratives-various--73752941https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73752941Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:01:38 +0000Samuel Merwin, Sr."Slave Narratives: A Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves, Volume V, Indiana Narratives" offers a profound collection of firsthand accounts that illuminate the lived experiences of former slaves in Indiana....25014falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/old-new-zealand-being-incidents-of-native-customs-and-character-in-the-old-times-frederick-edward-maning--73726323https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73726323Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:01:44 +0000Samuel Merwin, Sr."Old New Zealand" by Frederick Edward Maning offers a captivating glimpse into the customs and character of the Māori people during a transformative period in New Zealand's history. Through a series of incidents, the author captures the essence of...21343falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sins-of-hollywood-edward-roberts--73705536https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73705536Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:01:54 +0000Samuel Merwin, Sr."Sins of Hollywood" by Edward Roberts delves into the darker side of the entertainment industry, exploring the moral complexities and ethical dilemmas that have shaped its history. This audiobook offers listeners a compelling examination of the sins...10041falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/holidays-and-happy-days-hamish-hendry--73685578https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73685578Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:01:39 +0000Samuel Merwin, Sr.Holidays and Happy Days by Hamish Hendry invites listeners to explore the essence of celebration and joy, capturing the spirit of festive occasions and the happiness they bring. This audiobook resonates with anyone seeking to reconnect with the simple...5556falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ancient-civilizations-of-mexico-and-central-america-herbert-spinden--73662879https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73662879Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:01:49 +0000Samuel Merwin, Sr."Ancient Civilizations of Mexico and Central America" by Herbert Spinden delves into the rich tapestry of the early societies that flourished in these regions, exploring their cultures, achievements, and legacies. This audiobook offers listeners an...19043falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/notes-on-democracy-h-l-mencken--73642338https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73642338Sat, 08 Aug 2026 09:01:42 +0000Samuel Merwin, Sr.H. L. Mencken's "Notes On Democracy" offers a critical examination of democratic principles and practices, reflecting on the complexities and contradictions inherent in the system. This thought-provoking work delves into the nature of democracy,...18011falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/religion-of-ancient-egypt-william-matthew-flinders-petrie--73607039https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73607039Fri, 07 Aug 2026 09:35:51 +0000Samuel Merwin, Sr."Religion of Ancient Egypt" by William Matthew Flinders Petrie delves into the intricate belief systems that shaped one of history's most fascinating civilizations. Petrie's meticulous research uncovers the rituals, deities, and spiritual practices...7022falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crisis-a-record-of-the-darker-races-vol-i-no-2-w-e-b-du-bois--73574978https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73574978Thu, 06 Aug 2026 19:46:48 +0000Samuel Merwin, Sr.Crisis A Record of the Darker Races, Vol. I, No. 2 by W. E. B. Du Bois is a seminal work that delves into the experiences and challenges faced by marginalized communities. This volume captures the essence of the struggles against racial injustice and...8455falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/address-to-free-colored-americans-an-anti-slavery-convention-of-american-women--73540798https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73540798Thu, 06 Aug 2026 06:42:33 +0000Samuel Merwin, Sr."Address to Free Colored Americans-An Anti-Slavery Convention of American Women" is a powerful call to action that highlights the voices and experiences of free colored Americans during a pivotal moment in the fight against slavery. This work captures...5459falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/009-appendices--70460161https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70460161Wed, 04 Mar 2026 23:19:36 +0000Samuel Merwin, Sr.Drugging a Nation unveils the shocking role of the British Empire in the widespread addiction to opium that plagued the Chinese population during the nineteenth century. This gripping narrative reveals how the opium crisis weakened China, leading to...793addiction,china,colonialism,culture,empire,history,impact,invasion,opium,powerfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/008-chapter-8-the-position-of-great-britain--70460159https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70460159Wed, 04 Mar 2026 23:19:34 +0000Samuel Merwin, Sr.Drugging a Nation unveils the shocking role of the British Empire in the widespread addiction to opium that plagued the Chinese population during the nineteenth century. 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This gripping narrative reveals how the opium crisis weakened China, leading to...1642addiction,china,colonialism,culture,empire,history,impact,invasion,opium,powerfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/006-chapter-6-sowing-the-wind-in-china-tientsin-and-hong-kong--70460156https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70460156Wed, 04 Mar 2026 23:19:28 +0000Samuel Merwin, Sr.Drugging a Nation unveils the shocking role of the British Empire in the widespread addiction to opium that plagued the Chinese population during the nineteenth century. This gripping narrative reveals how the opium crisis weakened China, leading to...1693addiction,china,colonialism,culture,empire,history,impact,invasion,opium,powerfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/005-chapter-5-sowing-the-wind-in-china-shanghai--70460154https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70460154Wed, 04 Mar 2026 23:19:25 +0000Samuel Merwin, Sr.Drugging a Nation unveils the shocking role of the British Empire in the widespread addiction to opium that plagued the Chinese population during the nineteenth century. This gripping narrative reveals how the opium crisis weakened China, leading to...2026addiction,china,colonialism,culture,empire,history,impact,invasion,opium,powerfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/004-chapter-4-china-s-sincerity--70460151https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70460151Wed, 04 Mar 2026 23:19:21 +0000Samuel Merwin, Sr.Drugging a Nation unveils the shocking role of the British Empire in the widespread addiction to opium that plagued the Chinese population during the nineteenth century. This gripping narrative reveals how the opium crisis weakened China, leading to...2238addiction,china,colonialism,culture,empire,history,impact,invasion,opium,powerfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/003-chapter-3-a-glimpse-into-an-opium-province--70460150https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70460150Wed, 04 Mar 2026 23:19:18 +0000Samuel Merwin, Sr.Drugging a Nation unveils the shocking role of the British Empire in the widespread addiction to opium that plagued the Chinese population during the nineteenth century. This gripping narrative reveals how the opium crisis weakened China, leading to...1246addiction,china,colonialism,culture,empire,history,impact,invasion,opium,powerfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/002-chapter-2-the-golden-opium-days--70460148https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70460148Wed, 04 Mar 2026 23:19:15 +0000Samuel Merwin, Sr.Drugging a Nation unveils the shocking role of the British Empire in the widespread addiction to opium that plagued the Chinese population during the nineteenth century. This gripping narrative reveals how the opium crisis weakened China, leading to...2449addiction,china,colonialism,culture,empire,history,impact,invasion,opium,powerfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/001-chapter-1-china-s-predicament--70460147https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70460147Wed, 04 Mar 2026 23:19:11 +0000Samuel Merwin, Sr.Drugging a Nation unveils the shocking role of the British Empire in the widespread addiction to opium that plagued the Chinese population during the nineteenth century. This gripping narrative reveals how the opium crisis weakened China, leading to...799addiction,china,colonialism,culture,empire,history,impact,invasion,opium,powerfalsefull