https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-andrew-lang-library--6960732enFictionPublic domainhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/3c904e4eafcdac1a14193883dd5374d0.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-andrew-lang-library--6960732Mon, 24 Aug 2026 22:21:43 +0000Andrew LangGood Old Classicsfeeds@spreaker.comWelcome, dear reader and listener, to The Andrew Lang Library, where the old tales live again. Here are gathered the enchanted histories of princes and maidens, of dragons, giants, perilous quests, and kingdoms beyond the edge of map and memory. In...false7b7e9888-0205-50b7-bc3e-ce28723768a4serialhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-book-of-dreams-and-ghosts-preface--71468144https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71468144Sun, 19 Apr 2026 21:09:12 +0000Andrew LangIn which the author reflects upon the growing popularity of second sight and crystal gazing since the book’s first edition, noting the abundance of new and startling ghost stories from diverse lands. He also mentions the lasting impact of one...1160false11fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-book-of-dreams-and-ghosts-chapter-i--71468145https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71468145Sun, 19 Apr 2026 21:09:12 +0000Andrew LangIn which the curious author invites us to consider the delicate gradations between the commonplace phenomena of dreams and the more startling experiences known as ghosts, illustrating with tales of shared dreams, fulfilled visions, and the uncanny...2076false12fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-book-of-dreams-and-ghosts-chapter-ii--71468158https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71468158Sun, 19 Apr 2026 21:09:13 +0000Andrew LangIn which the curious phenomena of dreams revealing unknown pasts, distant presents, and uncertain futures are examined through various anecdotes, including a hypnotic vision of Queen Mary’s jewels and the vivid dream of Mr. Williams foretelling Mr....2122false13fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-book-of-dreams-and-ghosts-chapter-iii--71468153https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71468153Mon, 20 Apr 2026 18:30:05 +0000Andrew LangIn which we are gently guided from the realm of ordinary dreams to the curious phenomenon of waking hallucinations experienced by sane and sensible folk, with thoughtful reflections on the revelations of Mr. Galton and the intriguing practice of...1753false14fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-book-of-dreams-and-ghosts-chapter-iv--71468150https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71468150Mon, 20 Apr 2026 18:30:06 +0000Andrew LangIn which the curious phenomenon of veracious waking hallucinations, commonly known as ghosts or wraiths, is explored with a delicacy that balances scientific enquiry and respectful wonder, illustrating cases that range from shadowy coach apparitions...1713false15fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-book-of-dreams-and-ghosts-chapter-v--71468156https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71468156Mon, 20 Apr 2026 18:30:06 +0000Andrew LangIn which appearances of living persons distant or absent are examined with a discerning eye, encompassing phenomena from Highland “second sight” to curious instances of voluntary projections and spectral arrivals, accompanied by reflections on...2466false16fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-book-of-dreams-and-ghosts-chapter-viii--71468149https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71468149Tue, 21 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which we encounter a series of spectral visitations with distinct purposes—from Highland ghosts seeking justice and prophecy, to a famous Irish apparition confirming devout faith, and finally to a modern ghost whose mysterious summons leads a...2660false19fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-book-of-dreams-and-ghosts-chapter-vi--71468152https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71468152Tue, 21 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which we contemplate the perplexing nature of ghostly apparitions, contrasting the purposeless, dreamlike phantasms of the modern day with the resolute, purposeful spectres of old, exemplified by the eerie disturbances at Spraiton and the...2916false17fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-book-of-dreams-and-ghosts-chapter-vii--71468151https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71468151Tue, 21 Apr 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which a spectral sergeant in the Scottish Highlands seeks the burial of his bones and justice for his untimely death amidst the lingering unrest post-Culloden, and other phantasmal witnesses are summoned in courts and folk traditions to reveal...2326false18fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-book-of-dreams-and-ghosts-chapter-xi--71468147https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71468147Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which various uncanny disturbances involving dancing furniture, flying objects, and spontaneous fires are recounted across diverse lands and times, provoking inquiries into medical and supernatural causes alike, with testimony ranging from...2621false112fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-book-of-dreams-and-ghosts-chapter-x--71468155https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71468155Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which we encounter a series of modern hauntings characterised by mysterious noises and spectral disturbances, vividly illustrated by the curious case of the Wesleys at Epworth and later the eerie happenings at Hinton Ampner. These narratives, rich...2073false111fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-book-of-dreams-and-ghosts-chapter-ix--71468157https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71468157Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which we explore the age-old phenomenon of haunted houses, tracing curious noises and spectral sightings from ancient Egypt to Victorian England, all the while recognising the interplay of imagination, imposture, and the inexplicable. Among these...2125false110fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-book-of-dreams-and-ghosts-chapter-xii--71468146https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71468146Thu, 23 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which we are led to the wild and haunted farmstead of Thorhall in Iceland, where the dreadful spirit Glam terrorises the people and livestock, culminating in a fateful encounter with the young warrior Grettir, whose hard-won victory comes at a...1888false113fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-book-of-dreams-and-ghosts-chapter-xiii--71468148https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71468148Thu, 23 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a Hebridean woman named Thorgunna arrives at an Icelandic farm with rare treasures and soon after her death, a series of ghostly disturbances and deaths begin to plague the household, marked by eerie omens and escalating hauntings. The tale...1717false114fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-book-of-dreams-and-ghosts-chapter-xiv--71468154https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71468154Thu, 23 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which the curious phenomenon of disembodied hands at séances and haunted houses is explored through a series of illustrative stories, including chilling encounters with cold, thumbless, and leprous ghostly hands; these tales, drawn from diverse...1190false115fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/historical-mysteries-chapter-2-the-murder-of-escovedo--71468609https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71468609Fri, 24 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which we are conducted through the shadowy intrigues of Philip II's Madrid, where the murder of Juan de Escovedo reveals a tangled web of political suspicion, secret amour, and questionable royal conscience. The narrative delicately unfolds the...2767false22fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/historical-mysteries-chapter-3-the-campden-mystery--71468613https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71468613Fri, 24 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which the peculiar disappearance of an aged steward in a quiet Cotswold village unfolds through a tangle of riddling confessions, strange sightings, and implausible narratives that baffle common sense and invite speculation on motives hidden...1933false23fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/historical-mysteries-chapter-1-the-case-of-elizabeth-canning--71468622https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71468622Fri, 24 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which the curious case of Elizabeth Canning unfolds, recounting the mysterious disappearance and strange circumstances surrounding a young governess whose tale divided eighteenth-century England into factions of belief and scepticism. The narrative...2597false21fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/historical-mysteries-chapter-4-the-case-of-allan-breck--71468610https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71468610Sat, 25 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which the sombre tale of the Red Fox's murder unfolds amidst the rugged Scottish Highlands, where loyalties, ancient clan rivalries, and whispered secrets intertwine along winding roads and lochs, revealing a landscape steeped in tradition and...1982false24fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/historical-mysteries-chapter-5-the-cardinal-s-necklace--71468615https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71468615Sat, 25 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which we explore the curious and tangled tale of Jeanne de Valois and the Cardinal Rohan, whose credulity and ambition become entwined with royal intrigues and a scandalous diamond necklace; the narrative unfolds amid the glittering yet precarious...1994false25fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/historical-mysteries-chapter-6-the-mystery-of-kaspar-hauser-the-child-of-europe--71468617https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71468617Sat, 25 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which the curious tale of Kaspar Hauser, a mysterious youth who appeared suddenly in Nuremberg with a baffling past and elusive origins, is unfolded amid a swirl of romantic theories, sceptical inquiries, and scandalous accusations that captivated...2997false26fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/historical-mysteries-chapter-9-the-case-of-captain-green--71468612https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71468612Sun, 26 Apr 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which the tragic tale of Captain Thomas Green unfolds amid the fervent commercial conflicts and national passions of early eighteenth-century Scotland, culminating in a notorious trial punctuated by murky evidence and bitter political intrigue. The...1635false29fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/historical-mysteries-chapter-7-the-gowrie-conspiracy--71468614https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71468614Sun, 26 Apr 2026 18:30:05 +0000Andrew LangIn which the curious and dramatic events of the Gowrie Conspiracy are recounted with measured detail, painting a picture of royal suspicion, secret meetings, and a deadly confrontation within the walls of Gowrie House. The narrative explores the...2105false27fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/historical-mysteries-chapter-8-the-strange-case-of-daniel-dunglas-home--71468616https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71468616Sun, 26 Apr 2026 18:30:05 +0000Andrew LangIn which the curious and enigmatic Daniel Dunglas Home, a mild-mannered Scottish-American medium, mystifies Victorian society with extraordinary séances and social ascents that defy conventional explanation or scandal. Among accounts of floating...2564false28fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/historical-mysteries-chapter-11-the-chebalier-d-eon--71468619https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71468619Mon, 27 Apr 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which the remarkable life and curious career of the Chevalier d'Éon unfold, revealing a man of singular bravery, wit, and restless ambition enmeshed in the labyrinthine intrigues of Louis XV’s secret diplomacy, and the persistent enigma of his...1690false211fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/historical-mysteries-chapter-12-saint-germain-the-deathless--71468618https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71468618Mon, 27 Apr 2026 18:30:05 +0000Andrew LangIn which the curious figure of the Comte de Saint-Germain is traced through the whispered courts and shadowy intrigues of eighteenth-century Europe, his origins and enduring enigma the subject of speculation and dazzling anecdotes. Amid royal favour...2180false212fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/historical-mysteries-chapter-10-queen-oglethorpe--71468620https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71468620Mon, 27 Apr 2026 18:30:05 +0000Andrew LangIn which the curious tale of the Oglethorpe family unfolds against the turbulent backdrop of Jacobite intrigues, revealing a tapestry of political scheming, mistaken identities, and loyalties tested by exile and espionage. The narrative lingers over...2107false210fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/historical-mysteries-chapter-14-the-end-of-jeanne-de-la-motte--71468611https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71468611Tue, 28 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which the curious and convoluted saga of Jeanne de la Motte, self-styled Countess de Valois, unfolds with her dramatic imprisonment, mysterious escape from the notorious Salpétrière, and eventual enigmatic demise, all shrouded in layers of intrigue...885false214fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/historical-mysteries-chapter-13-the-mystery-of-the-kirks--71468621https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71468621Tue, 28 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which the intricate history and enduring schisms of the Scottish Kirks are examined with a thoughtful eye, tracing their origins to the theological and political ideals of John Knox and the subsequent struggles over Church and State authority. The...2418false213fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-short-history-of-scotland-chapter-2-chapteristianity-the-rival-kingdoms--71469360https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469360Wed, 29 Apr 2026 18:30:02 +0000Andrew LangIn which the introduction of Christianity to Scotland is traced through the missionary work of St Columba and his establishment of a monastic presence that deeply influenced the cultural and spiritual landscape of the Highlands. The complex geography...268false32fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-short-history-of-scotland-chapter-3-early-wars-of-races--71469357https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469357Wed, 29 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which the turbulent early centuries of Scotland unfold amidst battles between various races and kingdoms, with the rise of Kenneth MacAlpine marking the fusion of Scots and Picts into a new royal lineage, while enduring Viking threats and...513false33fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-short-history-of-scotland-chapter-1-scotland-and-the-romans--71469374https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469374Wed, 29 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which we are transported to the wild and wooded lands of Scotland as the Romans under Agricola make their ventures into its rugged heart, encountering a people of iron warriors skilled in chariot warfare and adorned with shining bronzes and gold....407false31fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-short-history-of-scotland-chapter-5-david-i-and-his-times-part-2--71469332https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469332Thu, 30 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which the gradual Anglicisation of the Celtic nobility under David I is illuminated by the establishment of monastic lands, the emergence of structured burghs, and the cautious development of royal justice supplanting clan vendettas. The era...460false36fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-short-history-of-scotland-chapter-4-malcolm-canmore-the-norman-conquest--71469338https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469338Thu, 30 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which the reign of Malcolm Canmore and his marriage to the saintly Margaret brought Scotland into closer communion with western Europe and Christianity, cultivating religious reform and introducing feudal customs amid Celtic resistance. The episode...534false34fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-short-history-of-scotland-chapter-5-david-i-and-his-times-part-1--71469333https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469333Thu, 30 Apr 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which the reign of David I. ushers in the introduction of feudal law and Anglo-Norman culture to Scotland, reshaping its governance and nobility through political manoeuvres and military conflict. His policies bring much of the kingdom under...581false35fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-short-history-of-scotland-chapter-8-bruce-and-the-war-of-independence--71469337https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469337Fri, 01 May 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which the resolute Robert Bruce emerges amidst the tumults of shifting loyalties and fierce battles, striving to unite Scotland against English domination with boldness and an indomitable will. The narrative unfolds his trials and triumphs,...506false39fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-short-history-of-scotland-chapter-7-encroachments-of-edward-i-wallace--71469368https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469368Fri, 01 May 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which the turbulent period following the death of the Maid of Norway unveils the ambitions and betrayals of Scottish nobles as Edward I asserts overlordship, ultimately leading to the rise of William Wallace, a figure of uncommon courage and...538false38fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-short-history-of-scotland-chapter-6-malcolm-and-the-maiden--71469372https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469372Fri, 01 May 2026 18:30:05 +0000Andrew LangIn which the youthful reign of Malcolm the Maiden sees the stirring of Celtic resistance and the surrender of northern English counties, setting a stage of uneasy peace, ambitions, and alliances, notably with France, under his brother William the...423false37fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-short-history-of-scotland-chapter-11-james-i--71469359https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469359Sat, 02 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which King James I returns from captivity imbued with English ideas and a firm resolve to reform and control his fractious nobles, though his stern methods breed resentment and rebellion. His reign is marked by harsh justice, ambitious legal...387false312fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-short-history-of-scotland-chapter-9-decadence-and-disasters-reign-of-david-ii--71469364https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469364Sat, 02 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which the Scottish realm endures the troubled minority and troubled reign of young David II, marked by fierce conflicts, shifting loyalties, and the waning of a heroic age amid English aggression and internal strife. Meanwhile, the early forms of...591false310fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-short-history-of-scotland-chapter-10-early-stuart-kings-robert-ii--71469379https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469379Sat, 02 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which the peaceful twilight of Robert II's reign gives way to the troubled and feeble rule of his son Robert III, beset by internal strife, clan conflicts, and the captivity of his heir James I., while Scotland grapples with lawlessness and the...497false311fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-short-history-of-scotland-chapter-14-james-iv-part-1--71469335https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469335Sun, 03 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which the reign of James IV unfolds with a vigorous push to strengthen Scotland’s naval power and maintain delicate alliances, whilst contending with Highland unrest and border intrigues. The king’s chivalrous spirit and complex diplomacy culminate...559false315fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-short-history-of-scotland-chapter-13-james-iii--71469331https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469331Sun, 03 May 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which the reign of young James III. is marked by intricate alliances and betrayals among nobles and foreign powers, while the Crown grapples with internal factionalism and the ambitious intrigues of kin and courtiers. The king’s devotion to the...651false314fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-short-history-of-scotland-chapter-12-james-ii--71469376https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469376Sun, 03 May 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which the turbulent minority and reign of James II. are unfolded through the intrigues of rival nobles, the perilous machinations of the formidable Douglas family, and the shifting allegiances that shaped Scotland’s fragile court. Amidst bloodshed...431false313fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-short-history-of-scotland-chapter-14-james-iv-part-2--71469341https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469341Mon, 04 May 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which the fortunes of Scotland are depicted amidst the turbulence following Flodden, with the young James V.’s minority plunging the realm into factional strife, shifting alliances, and the ceaseless intrigues of ambitious nobles and foreign...561false316fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-short-history-of-scotland-chapter-15-james-v-and-the-reformation--71469342https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469342Mon, 04 May 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which the reign of James V unfolds amid a Scotland trembling on the brink of religious upheaval and political entanglement, caught between the devout loyalty to Rome and the stirring winds of Reformation thought. The king’s struggles with the...695false317fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-short-history-of-scotland-chapter-16-the-minority-of-mary-stuart--71469354https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469354Mon, 04 May 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which the turbulent minority of Mary Stuart is marked by the fierce struggle between Catholic and Protestant factions, with Cardinal Beaton emerging as the indomitable defender of Scotland’s independence against English designs and internal...744false318fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-short-history-of-scotland-chapter-19-the-great-pillage-part-1--71469349https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469349Tue, 05 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which the tumultuous struggle between the Catholic Regent and the Protestant Congregation unfolds, marked by vivid scenes of ecclesiastical plunder, shifting allegiances, and the entanglement of French and English interests in the fate of Scotland....592false321fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-short-history-of-scotland-chapter-18-regency-of-mary-of-guise--71469363https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469363Tue, 05 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which the regency of Mary of Guise is marked by rising tensions between Protestant reformers, led by John Knox and his allies, and the Catholic establishment supported by French influence, as the struggle for religious freedom intensifies amidst...620false320fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-short-history-of-scotland-chapter-17-regency-of-arran--71469375https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469375Tue, 05 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which the turbulent aftermath of Cardinal Beaton's death reveals a kingdom wrestling with religious strife and foreign intrigue, as St Andrews Castle becomes a bastion of defiant Protestantism under siege and John Knox emerges as a fervent preacher...336false319fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-short-history-of-scotland-chapter-20-mary-in-scotland-part-2--71469334https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469334Wed, 06 May 2026 18:30:02 +0000Andrew LangIn which the turbulent reign of Mary, Queen of Scots, unfolds through the intrigues and rebellions that shadow her court, revealing shifting alliances and jealousies amid Scotland’s fractured nobility. The episode captures the haunting drama of...616false324fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-short-history-of-scotland-chapter-20-mary-in-scotland-part-1--71469348https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469348Wed, 06 May 2026 18:30:02 +0000Andrew LangIn which Mary, returning to Scotland with the grace of a young queen, endeavours to balance her Catholic faith within a realm growing ever more Protestant, contending with fiery preachers, ambitious nobles, and tangled intrigues that cloud her reign....686false323fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-short-history-of-scotland-chapter-19-the-great-pillage-part-2--71469346https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469346Wed, 06 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which the austere and exacting framework of the Scottish Reformation is delineated, revealing the stern discipline of the Kirk and its uneasy alliance with civil power, as well as the ardent zeal of its ministers who wielded spiritual authority...491false322fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-short-history-of-scotland-chapter-21-minority-of-james-i--71469327https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469327Thu, 07 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which the trials and intrigues surrounding Mary, Queen of Scots, and her opponents unfold with a mixture of political manoeuvring, shifting alliances, and bitter factional conflict, all set against the turbulent backdrop of Scotland’s governance...680false325fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-short-history-of-scotland-chapter-22-reign-of-james-i-part-1--71469328https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469328Thu, 07 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which we observe the intricate and often perilous dance of Scottish nobles and clergy as young James VI navigates the perils of regency, factional plots, and ecclesiastical strife amidst shifting alliances and religious tensions. The narrative...494false326fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-short-history-of-scotland-chapter-22-reign-of-james-i-part-2--71469330https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469330Thu, 07 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which we observe the young King James navigating a treacherous landscape of religious factions, noble conspiracies, and delicate diplomacy, striving to assert his royal authority amidst Presbyterian defiance and Catholic intrigue. His reign is...487false327fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-short-history-of-scotland-chapter-23-the-gowrie-conspiracy-part-1--71469329https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469329Fri, 08 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which King James I skillfully negotiates with the Kirk to curb its power, navigating the troubled waters of ecclesiastical and noble opposition while contending with the mysterious and dramatic Gowrie conspiracy that threatens his reign. The...517false329fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-short-history-of-scotland-chapter-22-reign-of-james-i-part-3--71469339https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469339Fri, 08 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which King James navigates the treacherous entanglements of Church lands, rebellious nobles, and religious factions in Scotland, amid threats of Spanish intervention and the turmoil of internecine plots. With a mixture of calculated leniency and...629false328fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-short-history-of-scotland-chapter-23-the-gowrie-conspiracy-part-2--71469347https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469347Fri, 08 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which we witness King James’s accession to the English throne and his governance of Scotland through a Privy Council, marked by the suppression of Presbyterian assemblies and the imposition of Episcopacy, amidst clan feuds and religious strife. His...639false330fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-short-history-of-scotland-chapter-24-chapterrles-i-part-2--71469336https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469336Sat, 09 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which the steadfast Covenanters, armed with their solemn and binding Covenant, wrestle with King Charles’s obstinate refusal to yield to their ecclesiastical demands, setting Scotland on a turbulent path of conflict and uneasy truces. Amidst...603false332fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-short-history-of-scotland-chapter-24-chapterrles-i-part-1--71469343https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469343Sat, 09 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which the reign of Charles I is unfolding amid deep-seated religious turmoil and sharp resistance in Scotland, where both nobles and common folk alike find themselves estranged by the king’s imposition of bishops and an Anglican Liturgy, heirs to a...532false331fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-short-history-of-scotland-chapter-24-chapterrles-i-part-3--71469351https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469351Sat, 09 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which the intrigues and conflicts among Scottish nobles and Covenanters unfold with a curious mixture of political manoeuvring and religious fervour, while armies cross borders and secret alliances are forged amidst suspicions and accusations. The...576false333fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-short-history-of-scotland-chapter-24-chapterrles-i-part-5--71469366https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469366Sun, 10 May 2026 18:30:02 +0000Andrew LangIn which the reader witnesses the intricate turmoil of the Scottish Civil War, where Montrose’s daring campaigns and the religious zeal of the Covenanters shape a landscape of shifting loyalties and grim cruelties. The tangled alliances and bitter...537false335fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-short-history-of-scotland-chapter-24-chapterrles-i-part-6--71469350https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469350Sun, 10 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which the steadfast loyalty and tragic fate of Montrose intertwine with the fraught politics of Scotland, as Charles II navigates the treacherous demands of Covenanting preachers and the disunity they sow within the army. The ominous approach of...554false336fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-short-history-of-scotland-chapter-24-chapterrles-i-part-4--71469369https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469369Sun, 10 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which the restless and turbulent times of the Scottish Civil War are laid bare through the stirring exploits of Montrose, whose daring leadership of a motley force of clans and Irish musketeers brings fleeting triumph against the Covenanting...634false334fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-short-history-of-scotland-chapter-26-the-restoration-part-2--71469356https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469356Mon, 11 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which we observe the turbulent aftermath of the Restoration in Scotland, where the steadfast devotion of ministers and their flocks is met by governmental repression, military roughness, and political intrigue, resulting in rebellion and severe...687false339fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-short-history-of-scotland-chapter-26-the-restoration-part-1--71469362https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469362Mon, 11 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which the return of the king to Scotland stirs hopes among the nobility and gentry for restored fortunes and offices, yet the nation remains tangled in religious strife between Presbyterian zeal and imposed Episcopacy. The Restoration government,...549false338fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-short-history-of-scotland-chapter-25-conquered-scotland--71469373https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469373Mon, 11 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which the English occupation of Scotland unfolds as a nine-year interlude of cautious governance, marked by religious tolerance (save for a few exclusions), fairer justice, and the heavy hand of taxation, whilst efforts to unify the two realms...331false337fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-short-history-of-scotland-chapter-26-the-restoration-part-3--71469365https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469365Tue, 12 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which the turbulent clash between zealous Covenanters and the government’s stern enforcers unfolds amid shifting alliances and bitter resentments, culminating in a tragic assassination and a fierce battle that deepens divisions within Scottish...518false340fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-short-history-of-scotland-chapter-26-the-restoration-part-5--71469380https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469380Tue, 12 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which the weary aftermath of Covenanter strife and the desperate political manoeuvres under James VII reveal a Scotland torn by religious fervour, repression, and fractious power struggles, as the old Stuart order crumbles. With wary observation,...527false342fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-short-history-of-scotland-chapter-26-the-restoration-part-4--71469355https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469355Tue, 12 May 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which the sombre tale of religious strife and political intrigue unfolds amidst relentless persecution, as the zealous Remnant faction clashes with a government both ruthless and corrupt, while figures like Argyll navigate a treacherous landscape...579false341fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-short-history-of-scotland-chapter-27-william-and-mary-part-1--71469345https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469345Wed, 13 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which the delicate balance of power in Scotland is explored through the lens of parliamentary manoeuvring and the spectre of rebellion, as William and Mary’s rule encounters resolute Jacobite opposition led by the determined Viscount Dundee. The...530false343fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-short-history-of-scotland-chapter-27-william-and-mary-part-2--71469353https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469353Wed, 13 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which the complex interplay of religious allegiance and political intrigue unfolds, revealing a Scotland striving to balance Presbyterian order and royal authority amidst lingering Jacobite undercurrents. The tragic tale of the Glencoe massacre...542false344fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-short-history-of-scotland-chapter-28-darien--71469367https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469367Wed, 13 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which the ill-fated Darien scheme unfolds as a hopeful but secretly perilous venture by Scotland to establish an overseas colony and trading post, only to be thwarted by inadequate provision, Spanish hostility, and English opposition, culminating...716false345fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-short-history-of-scotland-chapter-30-george-i--71469358https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469358Thu, 14 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which the chaotic and ill-fated Jacobite rising of 1715 unfolds with mismanagement, disunity, and missed opportunities under the hapless Earl of Mar and the wavering Prince James, set against the larger backdrop of shifting European alliances and...757false347fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-short-history-of-scotland-chapter-29-preliminaries-to-the-union--71469370https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469370Thu, 14 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which the final Scottish Parliament grapples with the contentious question of Union amidst competing factions and tenuous alliances, while England applies economic and military pressure to secure its terms. The protracted negotiations culminate in...941false346fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-short-history-of-scotland-chapter-31-the-argathelians-and-the-squadrone--71469371https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469371Thu, 14 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which the melancholy calm of early eighteenth-century Scotland is disturbed by the subtle rivalries of its leading factions, the Argathelian camp and the Squadrone volante, amidst the uneasy peace following the Jacobite rebellions. The narrative...896false348fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-short-history-of-scotland-chapter-32-the-first-secession--71469377https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469377Fri, 15 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which the Church of Scotland during the early eighteenth century is troubled by theological disputes sparked by the teachings of Antoinette Bourignon and the ensuing controversy over doctrines of faith and works, culminating in the republishing of...435false349fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-short-history-of-scotland-chapter-33-the-last-jacobite-rising-part-2--71469340https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469340Fri, 15 May 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which the weary Jacobite Prince Charles Edward Stuart manoeuvres through the northern English borders, contending with divided counsel, dwindling support, and the harsh realities of an uncertain campaign amid shifting alliances and scattered hopes....491false351fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-short-history-of-scotland-chapter-33-the-last-jacobite-rising-part-1--71469344https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469344Fri, 15 May 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which we witness the stirring prelude and rise of the last Jacobite rebellion, as Prince Charles endeavours to rally the Highland clans with a fiery spirit and the promise of restored honour amid a fractious Scotland. The narrative unfolds with the...626false350fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-short-history-of-scotland-chapter-33-the-last-jacobite-rising-part-4--71469352https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469352Sat, 16 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which the political landscape of Scotland before the Reform Bill is portrayed as dominated by a narrow electorate and corrupt municipal administration, while the literary scene flourished with vigorous rivalries between liberal and Tory journals....579false353fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lost-leaders-essay-2-salmon-fishing--71469532https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469532Sat, 16 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which the contemplative art of salmon-fishing is laid bare, revealing the toils, perils, and poignant memories that accompany the pursuit of the noble river monarch. The angler’s tale unfolds gently amidst scenes of tranquil riversides and stirring...631false42fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-short-history-of-scotland-chapter-33-the-last-jacobite-rising-part-3--71469361https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469361Sat, 16 May 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which the desperate struggle of the Jacobite forces culminates on Culloden Moor, where harsh terrain, fatigue, and tactical errors lead to a crushing defeat and the scattering of the Highland clans. Thereafter, the stern reprisals and legislative...597false352fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-short-history-of-scotland-conclusion--71469378https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469378Sat, 16 May 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which events after the last Jacobite rebellion are touched on in brief.470false354fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lost-leaders-essay-1-scotch-rivers--71469524https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469524Sat, 16 May 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which the gentle charms and varied moods of Scotland’s rivers through the seasons are lovingly described, with a particular homage to the works of Sir Thomas Dick Lauder and the historic legends and landscapes bordering the Tweed. Yet beneath this...595false41fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lost-leaders-essay-3-winter-sports--71469525https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469525Sat, 16 May 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which the invigorating charms and challenges of winter sports are delicately explored, from the graceful audacity of skating to the hearty camaraderie of curling amid the frozen northern landscapes. The narrative warmly sketches the spirited...496false43fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lost-leaders-essay-4-human-levitation--71469527https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469527Sun, 17 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which the curious phenomena of human levitation are examined through a tapestry of historical anecdotes, spiritual beliefs, and scientific scepticism, revealing a persistent thread of wonder and doubt that spans ages and cultures. The narrative...909false44fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lost-leaders-essay-6-sieur-de-montaigne--71469528https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469528Sun, 17 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which we are invited to contemplate the intimate personality and refined intellect of Sieur de Montaigne, revealed through the marginal notes in his cherished volumes and his candid essays that paint life with both gaiety and melancholy. The...536false46fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lost-leaders-essay-5-a-chinaman-s-marriage--71469530https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469530Sun, 17 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which we encounter the curious case of Tin-tun-ling, a Chinese gentleman whose ventures across religion, marriage, and culture lead to a perplexing legal dispute in Paris, marked by both gravity and a touch of the whimsical. His story unfolds with...495false45fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lost-leaders-essay-9-art-of-dining--71469526https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469526Mon, 18 May 2026 18:30:02 +0000Andrew LangIn which the curious varieties of national dining habits are examined with a discerning eye, from the solemn rites of Turkey to the refined cuisine of France, revealing both commendable traditions and lamentable culinary deficiencies. The discourse...591false49fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lost-leaders-essay-7-thackeray-s-drawings--71469531https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469531Mon, 18 May 2026 18:30:02 +0000Andrew LangIn which the gentle musings on the varied readership of literature lead us to cherish the recently unearthed sketches and drawings of Mr. Thackeray, whose artistry, though not refined, captures with humorous and tender strokes the very spirit of his...578false47fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lost-leaders-essay-8-golf--71469529https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469529Mon, 18 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which the enduring charm and gentlemanly spirit of golf are eloquently celebrated as a noble and ancient pastime, cherished across ages and set within the picturesque confines of St. Andrews and its venerable links. The peculiar nature of the game,...677false48fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lost-leaders-essay-12-breaking-up--71469533https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469533Tue, 19 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which the lively and somewhat chaotic scene of boys returning home for their school holidays is painted with affectionate detail, depicting their joyous exploits, rambunctious spirits, and the varied landscapes—both urban and rural—that shape their...491false412fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lost-leaders-essay-11-suspended-animation--71469536https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469536Tue, 19 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which the curious and age-old notion of suspended animation—a state of lifelessness reversible after long intervals—finds its place amid legends, mysticism, and scientific speculation, wandering through the realms of fairy tales, ancient...895false411fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lost-leaders-essay-10-american-humour--71469552https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469552Tue, 19 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which the curious distinctions of American humour are gently examined, revealing a blend of rusticity and puritanism that shapes the mirth of figures like Bret Harte, Artemus Ward, and Mark Twain. The narrative dwells on the rugged, sometimes...625false410fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lost-leaders-essay-13-on-shaving--71469535https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469535Wed, 20 May 2026 18:30:02 +0000Andrew LangIn which the curious art and ancient customs of shaving are explored with gentle humour and a touch of philosophy, revealing the beard as both a historical burden and a social symbol. The trials of finding the perfect razor and the skilled barber who...635false413fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lost-leaders-essay-15-lending-of-books--71469542https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469542Wed, 20 May 2026 18:30:02 +0000Andrew LangIn which the lamentations of book owners over lost, damaged, and unreturned volumes are gently explored, revealing a timeless truth about the perils of lending literary treasures to careless borrowers. With a touch of humour and a nod to venerable...875false415fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lost-leaders-essay-14-street-noises--71469534https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469534Wed, 20 May 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which the restless clamour of London’s streets is dissected with a delicate blend of humour and exasperation, revealing the persistent howls of chimney-sweeps, milkmen, and costermongers as both a source of daily despair and a curious social...866false414fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lost-leaders-essay-18-theory-and-practice-of-proposals--71469539https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469539Thu, 21 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which the curious customs and varied modes of marriage proposals are examined through the lens of fiction, revealing both delicate proprieties and occasional breaches of decorum among suitors and their beloveds. The discussion lingers on the...658false418fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lost-leaders-essay-16-club-bores--71469551https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469551Thu, 21 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which the various irritations and peculiarities of club members—ranging from quarrelsome diners and incessant coughers to loud conversationalists—are observed with a delicate blend of amusement and gentle censure, reflecting the social quirks of...822false416fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lost-leaders-essay-17-phiz--71469537https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469537Thu, 21 May 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which we delve into the artistic contributions and limitations of Mr. Hablot K. Browne, known as Phiz, whose illustrations remain inseparable from the vivid imaginings of Dickens’s earlier works, albeit shaded with an exaggeration characteristic of...521false417fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lost-leaders-essay-19-master-samuel-pepys--71469538https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469538Fri, 22 May 2026 18:30:02 +0000Andrew LangIn which the candid and multifaceted life of Samuel Pepys is gently unveiled through his own honest and vivid diary, capturing the variegated temper, social habits, and ceaseless human contradictions of a devoted public servant and lively man of his...524false419fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lost-leaders-essay-21-summer-nights--71469546https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469546Fri, 22 May 2026 18:30:02 +0000Andrew LangIn which the restless vigour of sultry summer nights is explored with a gentle lament for the thief of sleep and the turmoil it wrought upon minds and manners alike. The landscape of London and country alike is painted with sounds and shadows that...645false421fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lost-leaders-essay-20-involuntary-bailees--71469549https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469549Fri, 22 May 2026 18:30:02 +0000Andrew LangIn which the peculiar affliction of the 'Involuntary Bailee'—that hapless recipient of unsolicited literary offerings and earnest yet burdensome correspondence—is explored through the trials endured by Lord Tennyson and his fellow authors. The...516false420fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lost-leaders-essay-22-on-hypochondriacs--71469543https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469543Sat, 23 May 2026 18:30:02 +0000Andrew LangIn which the melancholy condition of hypochondria is tenderly examined, revealing how a shadowy sadness and baseless foreboding pervade the minds of many gifted individuals, while the medical profession offers a catalogue of varied remedies, often...584false422fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lost-leaders-essay-24-torrid-summer--71469550https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469550Sat, 23 May 2026 18:30:02 +0000Andrew LangIn which the oppressive heat of a torrid summer in London is keenly observed through the clothing of its citizens, the scarcity of refreshing indulgences, and the natural pleasures accessible to beasts and anglers alike. Amidst the trials of enduring...564false424fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lost-leaders-essay-23-thackeray-s-london--71469553https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469553Sat, 23 May 2026 18:30:02 +0000Andrew LangIn which the author reflects upon the spectral presence of Thackeray’s characters who haunt the streets of London with timeless familiarity, illustrating the intimate connection between place and literary imagination. There is a gentle contemplation...501false423fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lost-leaders-essay-25-western-drolls--71469540https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469540Sun, 24 May 2026 18:30:02 +0000Andrew LangIn which we explore the distinctive character of American humour, marked by its blend of local, middle-class jests and a bold irreverence toward sacred subjects, and admire the subtlety and intellectual vigour of celebrated figures such as Mark Twain...733false425fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lost-leaders-essay-27-the-dry-fly--71469545https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469545Sun, 24 May 2026 18:30:02 +0000Andrew LangIn which the gentle art of trout fishing is tenderly examined, transporting the reader from the languid waters of London’s outskirts to the delicate, dance-like casting over the clear streams of Kennet, revealing the patient skill and subtlety...534false427fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lost-leaders-essay-26-show-sunday--71469547https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469547Sun, 24 May 2026 18:30:02 +0000Andrew LangIn which we are given a gentle survey of the annual Show Sunday, where painters, once bohemian and wild, reveal themselves as domesticated figures often more akin to affluent merchants than the romantic artists of yore. The episode with a wistful eye...681false426fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lost-leaders-essay-30-curiosity-hunting--71469541https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469541Mon, 25 May 2026 18:30:02 +0000Andrew LangIn which the strange enthusiasm for collecting seemingly worthless objects, such as old postage-stamps, is explored with keen observation, revealing the passion for perfection that drives collectors to extraordinary lengths amid scarcity and...629false430fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lost-leaders-essay-28-amateur-authors--71469544https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469544Mon, 25 May 2026 18:30:02 +0000Andrew LangIn which the curious struggles of amateur authors unleashing their works upon the world are examined with a discerning eye, highlighting the flood of self-published romances that challenge the realm of professional writers and the reading public...497false428fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lost-leaders-essay-29-some-rare-things-for-sale--71469548https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71469548Mon, 25 May 2026 18:30:02 +0000Andrew LangIn which the peculiar habits of modern readers are gently lamented, and the curious pleasures of perusing secondhand book and relic catalogues are charmingly extolled as an antidote to mental fatigue. Among these curiosities, the auction of historical...638false429fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-blue-fairy-book-tale-3-east-of-the-sun-and-west-of-the-moon--72145635https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72145635Tue, 26 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a young and beautiful maiden braves a fearful white bear’s promise of wealth in exchange for her companionship, discovering a splendid castle and a mystery that unfolds as night falls. She embarks on a long and arduous quest guided by...1926false53fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-blue-fairy-book-tale-1-the-bronze-ring--72145638https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72145638Tue, 26 May 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which a humble gardener’s son embarks on a perilous journey to win the hand of a princess, aided by a magical bronze ring possessing wondrous powers. Along the way, enchantments are wrought and misfortunes overcome, as courage and kindness reveal...1259false51fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-blue-fairy-book-tale-2-prince-hyacinth-and-the-dear-little-princess--72145642https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72145642Tue, 26 May 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which a king’s son, Prince Hyacinth, grows up with an extraordinarily long nose and a heart convinced of its beauty, until fate and fairy intervention guide him to meet a dear little princess and face the truth about himself. Amid enchantments and...1122false52fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-blue-fairy-book-tale-5-little-red-riding-hood--72145636https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72145636Wed, 27 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a little girl, known far and wide by her red riding-hood, sets out through the wood to visit her ailing grandmother with a custard and butter from her mother. Along the way, she encounters a cunning wolf whose dark intentions unfold in the...238false55fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-blue-fairy-book-tale-6-the-sleeping-beauty-in-the-wood--72145641https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72145641Wed, 27 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a princess is bestowed with many gifts by fairies, yet a grievous curse threatens her fate despite the efforts to prevent it, leading to a deep sleep over the kingdom guarded by enchanted thickets. And in years to come, curious tales and...1285false56fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-blue-fairy-book-tale-4-the-yellow-dwarf--72145648https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72145648Wed, 27 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a proud princess, beloved by many kings yet unwilling to marry any, becomes entangled in a perilous promise made by her anxious mother to a strange and fearsome Yellow Dwarf; and where a gallant King of the Gold Mines embarks on a dangerous...2983false54fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-blue-fairy-book-tale-7-cinderella-or-the-little-glass-slipper--72145650https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72145650Thu, 28 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a gentle-hearted young girl, oppressed by her proud stepmother and stepsisters, finds solace and unexpected aid from a kindly fairy godmother. The wonder of a royal ball and the magic of a mysterious transformation set the stage for an...1171false57fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-blue-fairy-book-tale-9-the-tale-of-a-youth-who-set-out-to-learn-what-fear-was--72145652https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72145652Thu, 28 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a youth, unlike his clever brother, sets out into the world determined to learn the mysterious art of shuddering, despite his father’s dismay and his own puzzlement at the strange and eerie occurrences he encounters. Through encounters with...1176false59fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-blue-fairy-book-tale-8-aladdin-and-the-wonderful-lamp--72145637https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72145637Thu, 28 May 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which a careless young boy named Aladdin falls under the influence of a cunning magician and discovers a hidden treasure within a mysterious cave, leading to the possession of a wondrous lamp with magical powers. With the aid of this lamp, Aladdin...1994false58fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-blue-fairy-book-tale-12-the-master-maid--72145645https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72145645Fri, 29 May 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which a restless prince enters the service of a formidable giant and encounters a wondrously clever and beautiful maiden who aids him with her magical knowledge and subtle guidance. Together, they face daunting tasks and cunning adversaries,...2471false512fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-blue-fairy-book-tale-11-beauty-and-the-beast--72145639https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72145639Fri, 29 May 2026 18:30:05 +0000Andrew LangIn which a merchant, fallen from great wealth, ventures into a mysterious and enchanted castle under the threat of a fearsome Beast, who demands a most unusual promise in exchange for his mercy. While enduring a solitude filled with strange dreams and...3082false511fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-blue-fairy-book-tale-10-rumpelstiltkin--72145670https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72145670Fri, 29 May 2026 18:30:05 +0000Andrew LangIn which a poor miller’s daughter finds herself bound by a dire promise after a mysterious little man aids her in spinning straw into gold under the King’s stern command. Through wit and a timely discovery, she endeavours to unravel the secret that...476false510fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-blue-fairy-book-tale-14-the-master-cat-or-puss-in-boots--72145644https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72145644Sat, 30 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a resourceful cat, equipped with boots and a clever plan, sets about improving the fortunes of his young master, the youngest son of a modest miller. Through a series of bold and cunning actions, the cat gains the favour of a king and...533false514fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-blue-fairy-book-tale-13-why-the-sea-is-salt--72145655https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72145655Sat, 30 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which two brothers, one rich and one poor, find themselves entwined in a Christmas tale involving a magical hand-mill with the power to grind whatever its owner wishes. The story gently reveals how the curious workings of this mill bring about an...656false513fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-blue-fairy-book-tale-15-felicia-and-the-pot-pinks--72145653https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72145653Sat, 30 May 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which a poor but gentle girl named Felicia receives peculiar gifts from a noble lady and discovers that her seemingly humble life hides a royal secret guarded by magical transformations. Through kindness and care for her pot of pinks, she...1174false515fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-blue-fairy-book-tale-18-the-terrible-head--72145640https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72145640Sun, 31 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a princess, confined by her fearful father, bears a son destined to fulfil a dark prophecy, and that son embarks on a perilous quest to obtain the Terrible Head, aided by magical gifts and strange encounters. Along the way, the young hero...1351false518fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-blue-fairy-book-tale-16-the-white-cat--72145664https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72145664Sun, 31 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a young prince, sent by his father to seek the most beautiful little dog, stumbles upon a wondrous castle ruled by a mysterious white cat who offers him shelter, splendid hospitality, and curious companionship. Through enchantments and...2296false516fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-blue-fairy-book-tale-17-the-water-lily-the-gold-spinners--72145657https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72145657Sun, 31 May 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which three maidens spin golden thread under the watchful care of a mysterious old woman, and the youngest, enchanted by a lost prince, unwittingly brings misfortune upon herself and her beloved. With the aid of enchanted birds and the counsel of a...930false517fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-blue-fairy-book-tale-21-the-wonderful-sheep--72145643https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72145643Mon, 01 Jun 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which a beloved young princess, suffering her father’s cruel command, flees into a strange forest and encounters a magical sheep who tells a tale of enchantment and loss, offering her refuge in a wondrous hidden realm. Together they navigate a...1748false521fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-blue-fairy-book-tale-20-the-history-of-whittington--72145649https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72145649Mon, 01 Jun 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which a poor and friendless boy named Dick Whittington comes to London seeking work and shelter, facing hardship and unkindness but finding a small companion who brings unexpected fortune. Through patience and kindness, his fortunes change, leading...1030false520fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-blue-fairy-book-tale-19-the-story-of-pretty-goldilocks--72145666https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72145666Mon, 01 Jun 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which a young king’s ambassador, the valiant Charming, embarks on a quest to win the hand of the radiant Princess Pretty Goldilocks, facing perils and fulfilling impossible tasks with the aid of grateful creatures he has helped along the way. This...1743false519fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-blue-fairy-book-tale-22-little-thumb--72145654https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72145654Tue, 02 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a clever and diminutive boy named Little Thumb overhears his parents’ distressing plan and uses his wit and resourcefulness to protect himself and his brothers from the perils of the forest and an ogre’s house. Through daring stratagems and...1354false522fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-blue-fairy-book-tale-24-hansel-and-gretel--72145659https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72145659Tue, 02 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which two clever children, Hansel and Grettel, face the dire hardship of famine and the cruel plan of a stepmother, yet find courage in one another as they navigate the dark and bewildering forest. Their adventure leads them to a curious house of...1131false524fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-blue-fairy-book-tale-23-the-forty-thieves--72145669https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72145669Tue, 02 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a poor woodcutter discovers the secret entrance to a treasure trove guarded by forty thieves and bravely takes some of the riches for his family, leading to dangerous consequences when his greedy brother ventures to claim the wealth for...1106false523fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-blue-fairy-book-tale-27-toads-and-diamonds--72145665https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72145665Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a kind and courteous young girl receives an extraordinary gift from a fairy at a well, causing flowers and jewels to appear whenever she speaks, while her rude and ungracious sister is given a most unfortunate counter-magic. The tale unfolds...326false527fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-blue-fairy-book-tale-26-the-goose-girl--72145667https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72145667Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a gentle princess, set to wed a distant prince, finds herself betrayed by a false waiting-maid during her journey, leading to a life of humble service as a goose-girl while her true identity remains hidden. Amidst silent suffering and secret...724false526fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-blue-fairy-book-tale-25-snow-white-and-rose-red--72145668https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72145668Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which two gentle sisters, Snow-white and Rose-red, live harmoniously with their mother in a humble cottage amid the woods, where they show kindness to a curious bear and a troublesome dwarf. Their tender hearts and brave actions bring unexpected...745false525fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-blue-fairy-book-tale-30-trusty-john--72145647https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72145647Thu, 04 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a devoted servant named Trusty John faithfully guards his young king’s interests, even as the king falls passionately in love with a mysterious princess depicted in a forbidden portrait. Through trials of loyalty and peril, Trusty John’s...1380false530fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-blue-fairy-book-tale-28-prince-darling--72145661https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72145661Thu, 04 Jun 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which a kind and just King receives a visit from the Fairy Truth, who promises to aid his beloved son, Prince Darling, on the condition that the young prince strives to become good himself. The narrative unfolds the prince’s struggles with pride...1349false528fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-blue-fairy-book-tale-29-blue-beard--72145662https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72145662Thu, 04 Jun 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which we meet a wealthy yet fearsome gentleman distinguished by a blue beard, whose strange commandment to his new wife leads her to discover a dreadful secret within his grand estate. The tale unfolds with a mixture of curiosity and peril,...600false529fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-blue-fairy-book-tale-32-a-voyage-to-lilliput--72145646https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72145646Fri, 05 Jun 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which a ship's surgeon endures a shipwreck and finds himself a captive in the remarkable land of Lilliput, where tiny people bind him and treat him with a mixture of fear and awe. Through acts of kindness and cleverness, he gains the favour of the...2496false532fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-blue-fairy-book-tale-33-the-princess-on-the-glass-hill--72145651https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72145651Fri, 05 Jun 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which a humble young man braves strange and fearsome occurrences in a meadow on St. John’s night and tames wonderful steeds of striking brightness, whilst his elder brothers falter in their duties. Meanwhile, a remarkable challenge is set to win a...1253false533fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-blue-fairy-book-tale-31-the-brave-little-tailor--72145663https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72145663Fri, 05 Jun 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which a little tailor, emboldened by his own cleverness and a proud inscription on his girdle, sets out on a daring adventure that brings him into the company of giants and the notice of a king. Through a series of trials that test wit and courage,...1488false531fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-blue-fairy-book-tale-35-the-history-of-jack-the-giant-killer--72145660https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72145660Sat, 06 Jun 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which a brave lad named Jack, inspired by tales of knights and magic, sets out on a bold quest to rid the land of fearsome giants and rescue those oppressed by their dreadful power. Through a series of cunning feats and enchanted gifts, he...586false535fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-blue-fairy-book-tale-36-the-black-bull-of-norroway--72145658https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72145658Sat, 06 Jun 2026 18:30:05 +0000Andrew LangIn which three sisters seek their fortunes, each summoned by mysterious coaches or a fearsome Black Bull, leading to wondrous castles and strange adventures that require patience, courage, and a watchful heart. The tale unfolds with enchantments,...738false536fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-blue-fairy-book-tale-34-the-story-of-prince-ahmed-and-the-fairy-paribanou--72145671https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72145671Sat, 06 Jun 2026 18:30:05 +0000Andrew LangIn which three princes, each setting out to find the most extraordinary rarity to win the hand of their cousin the princess, journey to distant lands and acquire magical and wondrous treasures of great renown. Prince Ahmed, uncovering hidden marvels...4154false534fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-blue-fairy-book-tale-37-the-red-etin--72145656https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72145656Sun, 07 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which two brothers set out to seek their fortunes bearing cakes baked with either blessing or curse, and learn of the dreadful Red Etin and his three-headed terror. The tale follows the third young man, who, armed with a fairy’s gift and wise...810false537fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-red-fairy-book-tale-1-the-twelve-dancing-princesses--72146398https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72146398Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a thoughtful cow-boy named Michael, known as the Star Gazer, ventures from his village to the castle of Beloeil in pursuit of a princess’s hand, seeking to unveil the mysterious nocturnal escapades of twelve princesses whose satin shoes wear...1406false62fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-red-fairy-book-preface--72146391https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72146391Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which the editor graciously introduces a fresh collection of fairy tales drawn from a variety of European sources, promising a trove of lesser-known enchantments alongside familiar favourites. This preface gently acknowledges the contributions of...111false61fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-red-fairy-book-tale-2-the-princess-mayblossom--72146395https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72146395Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which a princess named Mayblossom, carefully guarded against the malice of the spiteful Fairy Carabosse, grows up in an enchanted tower and faces the challenges of her impending marriage and confinement. Through a series of magical interventions...2296false63fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-red-fairy-book-tale-5-the-black-thief-and-knight-of-the-glen--72146401https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72146401Tue, 09 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Andrew LangIn which a sorrowful king confines his three princely sons to a tower at the behest of their dying mother, only for them to face perilous trials upon release instigated by their stepmother’s cunning demand. Alongside a most remarkable and adventurous...1691false66fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-red-fairy-book-tale-4-the-death-of-koschei-the-deathless--72146392https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72146392Tue, 09 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which Prince Ivan’s three sisters marry enchanted birds who carry them away to distant realms, and the Prince embarks on a quest to find his wife, the brave Princess Marya Morevna, whose mysterious imprisonment by the fearsome Koschei the Deathless...1527false65fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-red-fairy-book-tale-3-soria-moria-castle--72146400https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72146400Tue, 09 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a wayward youth named Halvor finds himself on a strange coast where he braves fearsome Trolls to rescue three Princesses from enchanted castles, aided by magical sword and draughts. After joyous reunion and enchantments, Halvor embarks on a...1462false64fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-red-fairy-book-tale-6-the-master-thief--72146399https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72146399Wed, 10 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a youthful wanderer apprentices himself to a band of robbers and learns the cunning craft of thievery, winning their respect through daring feats and clever deceit. He ultimately seeks the hand of the Governor’s daughter, proving his skill by...1889false67fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-red-fairy-book-tale-8-princess-rosette--72146397https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72146397Wed, 10 Jun 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which a beloved princess named Rosette is confined to a tower by her grieving parents to prevent a dark prophecy involving her brothers, and upon their untimely passing, her brothers seek a suitor worthy of her heart—the mysterious King of the...2069false69fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-red-fairy-book-tale-7-brother-and-sister--72146402https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72146402Wed, 10 Jun 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which a brother and sister, escaping the cruelty of their stepmother, find refuge in a forest where magical streams transform the brother into a little roebuck, and they create a humble life together that is both tender and fraught with challenges....1109false68fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-red-fairy-book-tale-9-the-enchanted-pig--72146393https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72146393Thu, 11 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which three princesses, left alone in their father’s palace during his absence at war, succumb to curiosity and open a forbidden book that foretells their futures, most notably the youngest’s marriage to a pig from the North. The tale then follows...1524false610fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-red-fairy-book-tale-11-the-wonderful-birch--72146394https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72146394Thu, 11 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a poor girl, tormented by a wicked witch and aided by a magical birch tree growing from her mother’s grave, attends a royal feast in splendid disguise and attracts the attention of a prince, while the witch’s daughter meets with misfortune....1204false612fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-red-fairy-book-tale-10-the-norka--72146396https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72146396Thu, 11 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a simple-minded youngest prince bravely confronts a mysterious and formidable beast called the Norka, descending into an enchanted underworld where he encounters wondrous palaces and bewitching maidens. Through cleverness and valour, he...866false611fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-red-fairy-book-tale-12-jack-and-the-beanstalk--72146403https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72146403Fri, 12 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a kindly but thoughtless boy named Jack trades his mother's cow for strange beans that grow an enormous beanstalk reaching up to a mysterious castle in Fairyland, where he encounters giants and enchanted treasures. Guided by a fairy and...1517false613fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-red-fairy-book-tale-14-graciosa-and-percinet--72146410https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72146410Fri, 12 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a fair and gentle princess, overshadowed by a spiteful duchess, encounters Percinet, a noble page with a magical heritage, whose devotion brings her solace and aid amid the treacheries of court and cruel tasks imposed by a jealous queen....2518false615fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-red-fairy-book-tale-13-the-little-good-mouse--72146428https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72146428Fri, 12 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a joyful King and Queen fall prey to the envy of a cruel monarch who imprisons them, and a compassionate little mouse reveals itself to be a fairy who offers hope and aid to the imprisoned princess. The tale unfolds amidst enchantment,...1512false614fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-red-fairy-book-tale-16-the-voice-of-death--72146406https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72146406Sat, 13 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a man, driven by the desire to escape death and preserve his wealth, journeys to a land where no one dies but is instead summoned away by an unheeded mysterious voice, leading him to warn his family against obedience to it. Amid initial...562false617fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-red-fairy-book-tale-15-the-three-princesses-of-whiteland--72146416https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72146416Sat, 13 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a young prince, born to humble fishermen and raised in a king’s palace, ventures to the mysterious Whiteland to free three enchanted princesses from the earth and wins the hand of the youngest. Upon returning home, he embarks on a fantastical...1002false616fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-red-fairy-book-tale-17-the-six-sillies--72146420https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72146420Sat, 13 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a young woman’s family occupy themselves so foolishly in a cellar that a prospective suitor departs in bemusement, vowing to return only when he finds greater silliness elsewhere. The journey that follows reveals a series of comical blunders...371false618fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-red-fairy-book-tale-18-kari-woodengown--72146404https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72146404Sun, 14 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a gentle King’s daughter, cruelly mistreated by her wicked stepmother, finds solace and secret sustenance from a mysterious Blue Bull who becomes her protector and guide through enchanted woods guarded by fearsome trolls. Arriving disguised...1662false619fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-red-fairy-book-tale-20-the-ratcatcher--72146408https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72146408Sun, 14 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a strange and gaily clad ratcatcher arrives in the distressed town of Hamel, promising to rid it of a terrible plague of rats with the enchanting sound of his bagpipes. The Town Council's crafty dealings and the magical music lead to...733false621fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-red-fairy-book-tale-19-drakestail--72146412https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72146412Sun, 14 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a clever little drake named Drakestail sets out with a merry song to reclaim the money lent to a spendthrift King, accompanied by an unlikely band of friends concealed within him. Through a series of cheeky adventures and narrow escapes,...718false620fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-red-fairy-book-tale-23-the-three-dwarfs--72146411https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72146411Mon, 15 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Andrew LangIn which a kind-hearted girl, mistreated by her envious stepmother and stepsister, finds unexpected friendship and magical gifts from three little dwarfs during a harsh winter. Her beauty and goodness ultimately lead to a royal marriage and the...950false624fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-red-fairy-book-tale-22-the-golden-branch--72146407https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72146407Mon, 15 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a kind-hearted but physically unfortunate prince is imprisoned by his severe father and discovers a magical cabinet that leads him to a series of enchantments involving a sleeping lady and a golden branch. Meanwhile, a similarly afflicted...1886false623fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-red-fairy-book-tale-21-the-true-history-of-little-goldenhood--72146409https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72146409Mon, 15 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a little girl named Blanchette, known as Little Golden-hood for her magical golden hood, embarks on a journey through the woods to visit her grandmother, encountering a cunning Wolf who seeks to deceive her. The tale unfolds with unexpected...619false622fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-red-fairy-book-tale-24-dapplegrim--72146413https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72146413Tue, 16 Jun 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which a young man, having inherited twelve mares and a remarkable dapple-grey colt, sets out to win a princess long held by a Troll, aided by the wondrous strength and speed of his extraordinary horse, Dapplegrim. Together they overcome impossible...1209false625fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-red-fairy-book-tale-25-the-enchanted-canary--72146414https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72146414Tue, 16 Jun 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which a young prince named Désiré, unlike his corpulent father Lord Tubby, sets forth on a quest to find a wife of golden skin, guided by a dream and aided by a mysterious old man, leading him through a perilous forest and a magical orange grove....1762false626fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-red-fairy-book-tale-26-the-twelve-brothers--72146421https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72146421Tue, 16 Jun 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which a princess bravely seeks out her twelve brothers who once fled into the forest to escape a grim fate, and upon finding them, faces a harsh enchantment that transforms them into ravens. She then endures a long and silent trial to break the...613false627fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-red-fairy-book-tale-27-rapunzel--72146422https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72146422Wed, 17 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a longing for a rare garden herb leads to a fateful promise and the birth of a beautiful child named Rapunzel, who is confined in a tower by a powerful witch. A prince enchanted by Rapunzel’s singing discovers her secret and devises a plan,...519false628fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-red-fairy-book-tale-29-farmer-weatherbeard--72146405https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72146405Wed, 17 Jun 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which a determined father sets out to find his lost son, apprenticed to the mysterious and powerful Farmer Weatherbeard, and encounters three peculiar sisters with dominion over beasts, fish, and birds before an eagle guides him to a daring rescue....1007false630fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-red-fairy-book-tale-28-the-nettle-spinner--72146419https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72146419Wed, 17 Jun 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which a proud and cruel lord sets an impossible task upon a humble spinner betrothed to a wood-cutter, weaving nettles into bridal shifts under threat of death, while the steadfast girl perseveres despite perilous opposition. Amidst weaving and...717false629fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-red-fairy-book-tale-30-mother-holle--72146415https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72146415Thu, 18 Jun 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which a diligent girl, through misfortune and kindness, finds herself in a wondrous realm where she serves the mysterious Mother Holle and is richly rewarded for her industry and good nature. Meanwhile, her idle stepsister meets a most different...553false631fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-red-fairy-book-tale-31-minnikin--72146418https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72146418Thu, 18 Jun 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which a ragged little boy named Minnikin embarks from a poor hut to seek his fortune, gaining magical gifts through cunning, and courageously confronts three fearsome Trolls to rescue a Princess under their dreadful threat. With the help of his...2048false632fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-red-fairy-book-tale-32-bushy-bride--72146423https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72146423Thu, 18 Jun 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which a kindly and patient young woman, oppressed by her cruel stepmother and stepsister, encounters magical heads that bestow upon her wondrous gifts despite her hardships, while her devoted brother serves unknowingly in a king’s palace. The tale...767false633fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-red-fairy-book-tale-34-the-golden-goose--72146424https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72146424Fri, 19 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a simple young man named Dullhead, mocked by his family, shows kindness to a mysterious old man and discovers a magical golden goose, setting off a curious chain of events involving enchanted visitors and the laughter of a solemn princess....768false635fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-red-fairy-book-tale-33-snowdrop--72146426https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72146426Fri, 19 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a princess named Snowdrop, as fair as the purest snow and as red as the freshest blood, escapes the jealousy of her wicked stepmother to find refuge with seven kindly dwarfs who warn her against any strangers. The tale unfolds with enchanting...1050false634fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-red-fairy-book-tale-35-the-seven-foals--72146427https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72146427Fri, 19 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which three brothers set out to watch the King’s seven elusive foals, each facing a peculiar challenge involving a spinning old woman before the youngest, Cinderlad, takes a determined and unusual path that leads him far beyond the ordinary trials...802false636fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-red-fairy-book-tale-37-the-story-of-sigurd--72146417https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72146417Sat, 20 Jun 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which the valiant Sigurd, heir to a broken sword and a legacy of ancient grudges, sets forth on a perilous quest to confront a fearsome dragon and unearth a treasure steeped in dark curses. Along the way, he encounters enchanted maidens and tangled...958false638fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-red-fairy-book-tale-36-the-marvellous-musician--72146425https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72146425Sat, 20 Jun 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which a marvellous musician seeks companionship in the woods and cleverly ensnares a wolf, a fox, and a little hare who wish to learn his craft, only to find their freed and vengeful company later. Eventually, a poor woodman becomes the musician's...532false637fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-blue-poetry-book-section-i-blake-hogg-hood-cowper-wordsworth-scott-campbell-drayton-marvell--72146578https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72146578Sun, 21 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Andrew LangIn which we are gently invited into a variety of pastoral and stirring scenes, from the joyous echo of children's laughter upon the green to the solemn reflection on nature and innocence encapsulated in tender laments and lively ballads. The verses,...1640false72fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-blue-poetry-book-introduction--72146580https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72146580Sun, 21 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Andrew LangIn which the editor gently unfolds the purpose and spirit of a carefully chosen collection of poems, reflecting on the rich predominance of Northern ballads and the youthful delight in verse that evokes adventure, beauty, and the unfathomable world of...931false71fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-blue-poetry-book-section-ii-cowper-campbell-longfellow-goldsmith-scott--72146586https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72146586Sun, 21 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Andrew LangIn which the stirring and sometimes whimsical verses recount tales of soldiers' dreams, gallant adventures, solemn battles, and the simple, honest lives of village folk, evoking scenes both heroic and tender. These poems paint a vivid landscape of...1767false73fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-blue-poetry-book-section-iii-browning-scott-burns-moore-anonymous-byron-shakespeare-landor--72146579https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72146579Mon, 22 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which tender verses celebrate the steadfast loyalty and affectionate vigour of a dog who watches faithfully beside a sickbed, while rustic ballads and stirring songs evoke the wild greenwood, the pangs of love and loss, and the heroic calls of...1522false74fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-blue-poetry-book-section-v-scottish-minstrelsy-poe-wolfe-scott-byron-surtees-wordsworth-lovelace-lamb-collins-unknown--72146581https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72146581Mon, 22 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which voices from the past and spirit-haunted places mingle in song and verse, telling tales of love, loss, and spectral visitations that hover between the mortal world and the uncanny. These poems and ballads evoke a time when the borderlands...1592false76fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-blue-poetry-book-section-iv-anonymous-poe-jonson-scott-byron-keats--72146585https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72146585Mon, 22 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a variety of poems unfold, ranging from wistful laments and tender loves to stirring calls to arms and contemplations on nature’s fleeting beauty, each suffused with a gentle melancholy or noble intent. Among these verses, the voices of...1449false75fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-blue-poetry-book-section-vi-scott-longfellow-dryden-marlowe-elliott-poe-coleridge-milton--72146583https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72146583Tue, 23 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which bold Allen-a-Dale, though without lands or title, commands respect and romance with an indomitable spirit, while spectral armies and mighty music reveal hidden depths of human emotion and imagination. Various poetic visions, from pastoral...1708false77fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-blue-poetry-book-section-viii-wotton-anonymous-heywood-shirley-bryan-byron--72146584https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72146584Tue, 23 Jun 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which gentle musings unfold in a tapestry of poetry, from the tender blush of a garden’s fruit to the solemn and stirring reflections on love, memory, and fate, all touched by the soft light of evening and the whisper of the sea. Herein, voices...1576false79fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-blue-poetry-book-section-vii-milton-scott-shelley-lindsay-unknown-wordsworth-macaulay-ancient-english--72146592https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72146592Tue, 23 Jun 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which the solemn mood of Milton’s *Il Penseroso* summons a reverent darkness where contemplation and melancholy hold sway, inviting the reader to wander amid shadowy groves and the quiet mysteries of night, whilst the pastoral and heroic verses...1783false78fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-blue-poetry-book-section-ix-poe-hogg-shakespeare-mickle-shelley-barnefield-nashe-macaulay-scott--72146582https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72146582Wed, 24 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which the gentle art of poetry is displayed through a varied collection of verses that range from the tender and lyrical to the solemn and haunting, celebrating nature, love, and the echoes of history. These poems, by diverse hands, invite the...1469false710fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-blue-poetry-book-section-xi-poe-gray-scott-scottish-border-minstrelsy-campbell--72146590https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72146590Wed, 24 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which we are led through a tapestry of poetic visions—from the melancholic decline of a once-glorious palace haunted by spectral echoes, to the fierce cries of a bard weaving woes and vengeful fate upon the loom of history, and the somber finality...1469false712fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-blue-poetry-book-section-x-coleridge--72146593https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72146593Wed, 24 Jun 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which an ancient mariner, met en route to a wedding feast, captivates a wedding-guest with a haunting tale of a sea voyage beset by icy mists, a mysterious albatross, and eerie supernatural happenings that unfold far from land. Through vivid and...1613false711fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-blue-poetry-book-section-xii-macaulay-anonyous-keats-lamb-dibdin-wordsworth-bunyan-cowper--72146591https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72146591Thu, 25 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which the stirring valor of King Henry of Navarre at Ivry is celebrated with loyal fervour, followed by a haunting maritime ballad of Sir Patrick Spens that contemplates the perilous summons of duty. A sequence of vivid and intimate poems then...1486false713fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-blue-poetry-book-section-xiii-scott-burn-cowper-scottish-border-minstrelsy-milton--72146587https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72146587Thu, 25 Jun 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which the somber tale of the Baron of Smaylho’me unfolds, weaving a spectral encounter and veiled secrets beneath the watchful beacon’s flame on the eve of St. John. Interspersed with rural musings and stirring ballads, this episode gently carries...1770false714fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-blue-poetry-book-section-xiv-gray-milton-keats-coleridge--72146589https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72146589Thu, 25 Jun 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which the solemn stillness of a country churchyard evokes the dignity of humble lives and the inevitable peace of death, inspiring reflections on unrecognised greatness and the gentle solace found in memory’s keeping. There follows a vivid...2027false715fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-blue-poetry-book-section-xv-wordsworth-anonymous-cowper--72146588https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72146588Fri, 26 Jun 2026 18:30:07 +0000Andrew LangIn which vividly wrought verses lead us through the misty glens of Yarrow, where the haunting beauty of the river and its surrounding landscapes stir the imagination and memory with tender melancholy. We then encounter haunting tales and dirges...1699false716fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-green-fairy-book-tale-1-the-blue-bird-part-1--72150007https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72150007Sat, 27 Jun 2026 18:30:06 +0000Andrew LangIn which a grieving King, newly remarried to a sorrowful Queen with a difficult daughter, becomes enamoured with his own radiant daughter Fiordelisa rather than the Queen’s unfavoured child, leading to a chain of jealousies and deceptions. Through...1612false82fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-green-fairy-book-tale-1-the-blue-bird-part-2--72150005https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72150005Sat, 27 Jun 2026 18:30:07 +0000Andrew LangIn which a noble Princess, imprisoned and adorned with dazzling jewels, maintains secret communion with a mysterious Blue Bird despite the jealous machinations of a spiteful Queen. The Princess embarks upon a perilous journey aided by enchanted gifts,...1446false83fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-green-fairy-book-introduction--72150009https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72150009Sat, 27 Jun 2026 18:30:07 +0000Andrew LangIn which the reader is courteously introduced to the Green Fairy Book, the final volume in a charming trilogy that gathers timeless tales from various lands and ages, treasured for their age-old magic and gentle lessons. The preface reflects on the...376false81fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-green-fairy-book-tale-2-the-half-chick--72150006https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72150006Sun, 28 Jun 2026 18:30:05 +0000Andrew LangIn which a most extraordinary little chick, quite unlike his brothers and sisters in form and spirit, resolves to leave his humble farmyard for the great city of Madrid despite his mother’s counsel. Along his journey, his refusal to aid others in need...507false84fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-green-fairy-book-tale-4-the-enchanted-watch--72150008https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72150008Sun, 28 Jun 2026 18:30:05 +0000Andrew LangIn which a simple young man named Jenik is granted leave to travel by his wealthy father and, through a chance act of kindness, comes into possession of an enchanted watch with wondrous powers. As Jenik returns home and uses the watch to transform his...678false86fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-green-fairy-book-tale-3-the-story-of-caliph-stork--72150025https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72150025Sun, 28 Jun 2026 18:30:05 +0000Andrew LangIn which Caliph Chasid of Bagdad acquires a mysterious powder promising transformation into any creature, and in his curiosity, he and his Grand Vizier venture forth to test this wondrous magic among the storks by the pond. Their adventures lead them...1290false85fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-green-fairy-book-tale-5-rosanella--72150004https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72150004Mon, 29 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a delicate contest between two fairies sets the stage for a tale replete with enchantment, as a royal babe named Rosanella mysteriously vanishes and twelve bewitching maidens emerge to console a grieving queen. Amidst courts adorned with...786false87fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-green-fairy-book-tale-7-fairy-gifts--72150047https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72150047Mon, 29 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which Princess Sylvia, under the Flower Fairy’s gentle guidance, visits various princesses who have received different enchanting gifts, each revealing the hidden burdens and limits of their bestowed graces. After thoughtful reflection upon the...564false89fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-green-fairy-book-tale-6-sylvain-and-jocosa--72150050https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72150050Mon, 29 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which two children of a quarrelling village family grow up inseparable and beloved by the Fairy of the Meadows, who promises to keep them together so long as they tend her favourite fountain each morning. Their devotion is tested by unforeseen...699false88fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-green-fairy-book-tale-10-the-three-little-pigs--72150018https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72150018Tue, 30 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a mother pig, mindful of her advancing years, endeavours to build suitable homes for her three very different children to shield them from the wiles of a cunning fox. The tale unfolds with the pigs’ contrasting choices of shelter and the...637false812fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-green-fairy-book-tale-9-prince-featherhead-and-the-princess-celandine--72150023https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72150023Tue, 30 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a kind-hearted King and Queen, having lost everything through their generosity, find refuge in a fairy-protected valley where enchantments and lessons in humility shape the lives of their son, Prince Featherhead, and the spirited Princess...2007false811fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-green-fairy-book-tale-8-prince-narcissus-and-the-princess-potentilla--72150045https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72150045Tue, 30 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a young prince, gifted with an invisibility ring and guided by a kind fairy, discovers the hidden Princess Potentilla, whose beauty and gentle nature belie the cruel tales spread by her jealous mother. Amidst enchanting entertainments and...2237false810fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-green-fairy-book-tale-11-heart-of-ice-part-1--72150011https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72150011Wed, 01 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Andrew LangIn which a foolish King and Queen unwittingly offend a mysterious Fairy at their son’s christening, leading to the child’s peculiar upbringing under the care of the benevolent Fairy Genesta. Prince Mannikin, small in stature but great in spirit,...1368false813fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-green-fairy-book-tale-11-heart-of-ice-part-2--72150016https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72150016Wed, 01 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Andrew LangIn which Prince Mannikin, despite his diminutive stature and modest retinue, embarks on a perilous quest to win the hand of Princess Sabella, whose heart has been stolen and hidden away in a remote, icy mountain by a spiteful fairy. Through encounters...1251false814fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-green-fairy-book-tale-11-heart-of-ice-part-3--72150029https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72150029Wed, 01 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Andrew LangIn which the brave Prince Mannikin faces the insults and threats of a haughty ambassador, earning esteem in war while enduring the cold indifference of Princess Sabella, whose heart lies frozen atop a mighty Ice Mountain. With the aid of faithful...1776false815fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-green-fairy-book-tale-13-the-snuff-box--72150037https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72150037Thu, 02 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a young man discovers a magical snuff-box that grants his every wish and sets him upon a wondrous journey involving kings, lost treasures, and celestial beings such as the moon, sun, and wind. Therein he must summon courage and cunning to...665false817fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-green-fairy-book-tale-12-the-enchanted-ring--72150046https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72150046Thu, 02 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a young man, grievously wronged by his elder brother and father, is gifted a magical ring by a fairy that grants invisibility and the power of disguise, enabling him to win favour at Court and bring about justice through courage and wisdom....1012false816fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-green-fairy-book-tale-14-the-golden-blackbird--72150049https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72150049Thu, 02 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a devoted youngest son sets forth on a perilous quest to find the fabled Golden Blackbird that alone can heal his ailing father, encountering enchanting creatures and cunning tests along the way. Through steadfast courage and the aid of a...674false818fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-green-fairy-book-tale-17-the-dirty-shepherdess--72150024https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72150024Fri, 03 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Andrew LangIn which a King tests the love of his two daughters, only to misunderstand the younger’s sincere and humble comparison of her affection. Disguised as a dirty shepherdess, she endures hardship and learns the value of patience and true devotion, leading...462false821fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-green-fairy-book-tale-16-the-magic-swan--72150030https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72150030Fri, 03 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Andrew LangIn which a gentle and timorous young man, ill-used by his elder brothers, sets forth upon the wide world guided by the kind counsel of a mysterious old woman, and gains possession of a magical swan with an enchanting and mischievous power. Through a...509false820fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-green-fairy-book-tale-15-the-little-soldier--72150031https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72150031Fri, 03 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Andrew LangIn which a brave little soldier returns home from war and encounters a mysterious serpent-woman princess trapped by enchantments, embarking on a perilous quest to free her and win her hand. Along the way, he discovers magical fruits, deceits, and the...2318false819fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-green-fairy-book-tale-19-the-biter-bit--72150034https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72150034Sat, 04 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Andrew LangIn which a shrewd old man named Simon, having been tricked by three rascals into losing a mule, devises a clever plan to outwit the same knaves using goats and a cunning ruse involving a blood-filled bladder. The tale unfolds with amusing reversals...844false823fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-green-fairy-book-tale-20-king-kojata--72150036https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72150036Sat, 04 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Andrew LangIn which King Kojata, troubled by a mysterious promise made at a well, faces the return of his son Prince Milan who embarks on a perilous adventure into the underworld, aided by the enchanting Hyacinthia, the daughter of a mighty magician. Their...1843false824fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-green-fairy-book-tale-18-the-enchanted-snake--72150048https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72150048Sat, 04 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Andrew LangIn which a longing mother dotes upon a remarkable serpent who seeks to wed a princess, prompting the king to set impossible tasks that are miraculously fulfilled, revealing wonders beyond the ordinary. The tale then follows the princess’s brave quest,...915false822fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-green-fairy-book-tale-22-puddocky--72150019https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72150019Sun, 05 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Andrew LangIn which a young prince, tasked by his ageing father with three seemingly impossible challenges, finds unexpected aid from a singularly peculiar toad named Puddocky. This curious ally leads him through trials woven with enchantment and wit, revealing...827false826fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-green-fairy-book-tale-23-the-story-of-hok-lee-and-the-dwarfs--72150020https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72150020Sun, 05 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Andrew LangIn which a seemingly industrious man named Hok Lee conceals a secret life of nightly thievery, leading to a mysterious and afflicting swelling that baffles both him and his neighbours. Seeking relief from a travelling doctor’s advice, he ventures to a...635false827fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-green-fairy-book-tale-21-prince-fickle-and-fair-helena--72150026https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72150026Sun, 05 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Andrew LangIn which a gentle and faithful maiden named Helena endures the cruelty of a harsh stepmother and receives the aid of a kind Fairy to accomplish impossible tasks, leading to her rightful happiness in a splendid castle. Thereafter, the tale takes a...597false825fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-green-fairy-book-tale-25-prince-vivien-and-the-princess-placida-part-2--72150014https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72150014Mon, 06 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Andrew LangIn which a gallant Prince rescues a bewildered gazelle and journeys slowly yet determinedly to a mysterious Green Castle, where secrets of enchantment and transformation unfold. The tale gently explores the virtues of patience and love through the...1468false830fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-green-fairy-book-tale-24-the-story-of-the-three-bears--72150022https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72150022Mon, 06 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Andrew LangIn which three bears live harmoniously in their snug woodland home, each with their own porridge, chair, and bed perfectly suited to their size. An unwelcome visitor enters their house uninvited, disturbing their belongings and provoking the bears to...457false828fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-green-fairy-book-tale-25-prince-vivien-and-the-princess-placida-part-1--72150044https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72150044Mon, 06 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Andrew LangIn which a restless Prince Vivien abandons his kingdom in search of adventure and encounters a peculiar old woman named Patience, whose slow and measured ways test his impulsive nature, and after a mysterious and trying sojourn at a sombre castle, he...1641false829fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-green-fairy-book-tale-26-little-one-eye-little-two-eyes-and-little-three-eyes--72150012https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72150012Tue, 07 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Andrew LangIn which a gentle-hearted girl, scorned by her peculiar family for having two ordinary eyes, discovers a magical table that appears at her bidding and provides her sustenance. With the help of this wonder and a mysterious heart-planted tree, she finds...869false831fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-green-fairy-book-tale-28-allerleirauh-or-the-many-furred-creature--72150041https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72150041Tue, 07 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Andrew LangIn which a princess, compelled by a condition set by her late mother and father, dons a remarkable cloak of many furs and hides her radiant beauty to escape an unwanted fate, finding refuge and menial work in a stranger’s palace. Through secret...747false833fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-green-fairy-book-tale-27-jorinde-and-joringel--72150010https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72150010Tue, 07 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which an enchantress dwells in a solitary castle amidst a vast forest, ensnaring maidens by transforming them into birds confined in countless cages, and a devoted pair of young lovers wander unwittingly into her perilous domain. The tale unfolds...355false832fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-green-fairy-book-tale-30-spindle-shuttle-and-needle--72150017https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72150017Wed, 08 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a young orphan girl, left to her own devices after her godmother’s passing, finds fortune and comfort in her diligent spinning, weaving, and sewing within a homely cottage. Meanwhile, a wandering Prince seeks a bride as both poor and rich,...380false835fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-green-fairy-book-tale-31-the-crystal-coffin--72150033https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72150033Wed, 08 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a resourceful young tailor, lost and seeking refuge one night, is drawn into a strange and wondrous underground realm by a magical stag, where he encounters marvels beyond his imagining. Within this enchanted domain, he meets a fair maiden...712false836fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-green-fairy-book-tale-29-the-twelve-huntsmen--72150040https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72150040Wed, 08 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a princess, heartbroken by the prince's enforced engagement, enacts a clever ruse by disguising herself and eleven maidens as huntsmen to rejoin the court undetected. Through subtle trials and the intervention of a knowing lion, the truth of...363false834fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-green-fairy-book-tale-34-jack-my-hedgehog--72150028https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72150028Thu, 09 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Andrew LangIn which a farmer, longing for a child, is surprised when his wife gives birth to a son part hedgehog, who grows up minding pigs and playing magical tunes from the top of a tree. The curious creature leads lost kings safely home by promise, and...644false839fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-green-fairy-book-tale-32-the-three-snake-leaves--72150032https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72150032Thu, 09 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Andrew LangIn which a brave young man wins great honour and love, yet faces a grim vow that leads him into a dark and lonely tomb with his beloved. Within the silence of that tomb, a wondrous secret of healing leaves is revealed, offering a glimmer of hope...550false837fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-green-fairy-book-tale-33-the-riddle--72150042https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72150042Thu, 09 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Andrew LangIn which a fearless Prince, accompanied by his loyal servant, encounters dark sorcery in a forest and cleverly outwits perilous foes with the aid of a raven, all while continuing his adventurous travels. He soon faces a formidable Princess who...542false838fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-green-fairy-book-tale-35-the-golden-lads--72150027https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72150027Fri, 10 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Andrew LangIn which a humble fisherman's life is transformed by a mysterious golden fish that grants him and his family wondrous fortunes, yet warns of the fragile secrecy that must be kept to preserve such blessings. The tale then follows the golden-born lads...815false840fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-green-fairy-book-tale-36-the-white-snake--72150043https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72150043Fri, 10 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Andrew LangIn which a humble servant, endowed with the wondrous gift of understanding the speech of animals after tasting a mysterious white snake, undertakes a perilous journey that tests his kindness and courage. Along the way, he encounters enchanted...712false841fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-green-fairy-book-tale-37-the-story-of-a-clever-tailor--72150015https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72150015Fri, 10 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a proud Princess challenges her suitors with riddles, daring any to win her hand by solving them and surviving a night with a fierce bear. A clever young tailor, undeterred by danger and quick-witted in his dealings, sets forth on this...489false842fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-green-fairy-book-tale-38-the-golden-mermaid--72150013https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72150013Sat, 11 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Andrew LangIn which a foolish youngest prince, aided by a mysterious wolf, sets out to uncover the thief of his father’s golden apples and embarks on a series of extraordinary quests involving enchanted creatures and perilous challenges. With a blend of courage,...1212false843fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-green-fairy-book-tale-39-the-war-of-the-wolf-and-the-fox--72150021https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72150021Sat, 11 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Andrew LangIn which a once cherished old cat and dog, both dismissed for their age and failings, escape into the wild and form an unlikely alliance with a clever fox facing a formidable enemy. Together, they engage in a peculiar warfare that leads to renewed...447false844fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-green-fairy-book-tale-40-the-story-of-the-fisherman-and-his-wife--72150039https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72150039Sat, 11 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Andrew LangIn which a humble fisherman, upon catching a magical flounder, is persuaded by his ambitious wife to request ever more grandiose gifts, from a cottage to an emperor’s throne and beyond. The tale gently unfolds amid shifting fortunes and the restless...1165false845fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-green-fairy-book-tale-42-the-three-dogs--72150035https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72150035Sun, 12 Jul 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which a young shepherd sets out to seek his fortune, exchanging his flock for three magical dogs each with remarkable gifts, and comes upon a tragic kingdom plagued by a dreadful dragon demanding a royal sacrifice. His courageous deeds and...667false847fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-green-fairy-book-tale-41-the-three-musicians--72150038https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72150038Sun, 12 Jul 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which three musicians, tempted by tales of a haunted castle filled with hidden treasure and enchanted food, take turns to explore its silent halls and encounter a curious little man. The youngest, a flute-player, discovers secrets beyond his...895false846fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-yellow-fairy-book-tale-1-the-cat-and-the-mouse-in-partnership--72899313https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899313Mon, 13 Jul 2026 18:30:07 +0000Andrew LangIn which a cat and a mouse enter into a partnership of friendship and shared provisions, only to see the cat’s temptations and sly excuses gradually diminish their winter stores. The tale softly unfolds the nature of trust and cunning under the guise...400false92fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-yellow-fairy-book-tale-2-the-six-swans--72899314https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899314Mon, 13 Jul 2026 18:30:07 +0000Andrew LangIn which a king’s stepchildren are bewitched into swans by a jealous queen, and their mute sister undertakes a silent, steadfast quest to save them through patient labour and enduring hardship. The story softly unveils the trials of loyalty and love...571false93fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-yellow-fairy-book-dedication-and-preface--72899360https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899360Mon, 13 Jul 2026 18:30:07 +0000Andrew LangIn which the gentle editor reflects on the joy and controversy surrounding the publication of fairy tales, defending their charm and value despite learned scepticism. He offers an inviting prelude to a collection rich with stories from many lands,...360false91fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-yellow-fairy-book-tale-3-the-dragon-of-the-north--72899315https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899315Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a brave young man ventures to the East to acquire King Solomon’s magical signet-ring that holds the secret to vanquishing a dreadful dragon terrorising the land, learning the language of birds and navigating mysterious enchantments along the...1633false94fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-yellow-fairy-book-tale-4-story-of-the-emperor-s-new-clothes--72899317https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899317Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which there lived an Emperor so devoted to finery that his love for new clothes overshadowed all else, and two cunning impostors arrived claiming to weave a wondrous fabric invisible to the unworthy or foolish. The tale unfolds with a delicate...438false95fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-yellow-fairy-book-tale-5-the-golden-crab--72899334https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899334Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a fisherman’s catch of a golden crab leads to a remarkable marriage with a princess, where enchantments and trials reveal the true nature behind appearances. Through perseverance, loyalty, and the aid of a mysterious old man, love conquers...676false96fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-yellow-fairy-book-tale-6-the-iron-stove--72899316https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899316Wed, 15 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a princess, lost in a great wood, makes a solemn promise to a mysterious voice from an iron stove and embarks upon a journey that involves strange companions and enchanted trials in order to find her way home. Amidst magical gifts and hidden...701false97fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-yellow-fairy-book-tale-7-the-dragon-and-his-grandmother--72899318https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899318Wed, 15 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which three soldiers, driven by hardship, enter into a curious pact with a fiery Dragon and seek the aid of his grandmother to outwit a riddle that binds them. In a separate tale, a kind-hearted hunter receives magical gifts from an old woman, but...466false98fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-yellow-fairy-book-tale-8-the-donkey-cabbage--72899319https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899319Wed, 15 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a hungry Hunter discovers mysterious cabbages that change human form and cleverly uses them to teach a lesson in faithlessness, leading to a joyful union. And in which the sorrowful King Peridor receives an unusual visit from a dazzling bird...833false99fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-yellow-fairy-book-tale-11-the-grateful-beasts--72899322https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899322Thu, 16 Jul 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which a kind-hearted youth named Ferko, gifted with a miraculous healing water, aids a wolf, a mouse, and a queen bee, who each promise to repay his kindness in time of need. Thrust into perilous tasks by a suspicious king and his envious brothers,...1496false912fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-yellow-fairy-book-tale-10-the-seven-headed-serpent--72899327https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899327Thu, 16 Jul 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which a brave prince, aided by a faithful horse and a wise abbess, undertakes a secretive and perilous quest to rid his kingdom of a fearsome seven-headed serpent that has long terrorised his people. Meanwhile, the tale also introduces a poor youth...601false911fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-yellow-fairy-book-tale-9-the-little-green-frog--72899351https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899351Thu, 16 Jul 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which Prince Saphir, guided by an enchanting little green frog, undertakes a series of perilous tasks within a wondrous cedar-wood and a fairy-haunted castle in pursuit of a rare and magnificent bird. With gentle magic and mysterious...1396false910fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-yellow-fairy-book-tale-12-the-giants-and-the-herd-boy--72899320https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899320Fri, 17 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a poor Herd-boy binds the foot of a wounded Giant and is rewarded with a magical belt that grants invisibility and a loaf that produces gold, leading him to secret gifts and an eventual change of fortune. Meanwhile, the youngest son of a...429false913fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-yellow-fairy-book-tale-14-the-crow--72899325https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899325Fri, 17 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a brave and faithful Prince, aided by a magic stone, endeavours to rescue his beloved Rosalie from the clutches of a fearsome giant and the malevolent Prince of the Air, encountering perilous trials and enchanted places along the way. In...386false915fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-yellow-fairy-book-tale-13-the-invisible-prince--72899326https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899326Fri, 17 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a prince, driven by a steadfast love, embarks on a perilous quest to find and rescue a princess held captive by mysterious powers, aided by magical tokens and encounters with enchanted beings. His journey leads him through wondrous palaces,...1968false914fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-yellow-fairy-book-tale-16-the-wizard-king--72899323https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899323Sat, 18 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a young Prince, endowed with magical gifts and a kind heart, becomes entangled in a strange adventure involving a lovely Princess carried away by an eagle and confined to an enchanted palace guarded by a mysterious cloud. With the guidance of...1073false917fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-yellow-fairy-book-tale-17-the-nixy--72899321https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899321Sat, 18 Jul 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which a miller’s misfortune leads to a solemn bargain with the mysterious nixy of the mill-pond, entwining the fate of his youngest son with the watery enchantress. The tale follows the boy’s wife in her courageous quest to reclaim her husband from...650false918fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-yellow-fairy-book-tale-15-how-six-men-travelled-through-the-wide-world--72899332https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899332Sat, 18 Jul 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which a resourceful man assembles a remarkable company of six extraordinary companions, each with a unique talent, and together they embark on a journey through a wide and wondrous world. Their adventures lead them to a royal challenge and a...651false916fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-yellow-fairy-book-tale-20-fairer-than-a-fairy--72899329https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899329Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which a young princess, held captive by a spiteful fairy, discovers a magical prince who can only communicate through a dazzling rainbow, and undertakes a perilous quest to secure fire from a fearsome monster. Along her journey, she encounters...997false921fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-yellow-fairy-book-tale-18-the-glass-mountain--72899330https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899330Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which a daring youth, armed with lynx claws, undertakes the perilous climb of a Glass Mountain crowned by a golden castle and guarded by a fearsome eagle, determined to reach the enchanted Princess and her treasure. Meanwhile, the tale also reveals...697false919fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-yellow-fairy-book-tale-19-alphege-or-the-green-monkey--72899356https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899356Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which a handsome young prince, long believed lost to a magical transformation, finds refuge with kind souls who discern his true nature and strive to restore him to his rightful place. Meanwhile, a quarrelsome queen and a tender-hearted king face...716false920fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-yellow-fairy-book-tale-21-the-three-brothers--72899324https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899324Mon, 20 Jul 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which a resourceful princess employs magical gifts to awaken a long-sleeping prince and bring him back to his rightful throne amid the splendour of a fairy court. Then, in a world beneath the earth, a brave youth confronts a wicked enchantress and...564false922fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-yellow-fairy-book-tale-22-the-boy-and-the-wolves-or-the-broken-promise--72899328https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899328Mon, 20 Jul 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which a kind-hearted Indian hunter and his family seek refuge in a forest, but after his passing, the elder siblings must wrestle with a solemn promise that is shadowed by hardship and abandonment. Meanwhile, a young prince, shielded from peril by...365false923fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-yellow-fairy-book-tale-23-the-glass-axe--72899350https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899350Mon, 20 Jul 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which a young Prince, bound by the commands of a stern Fairy, undertakes seemingly impossible tasks with the secret aid of a mysterious black girl, whose clever magic repeatedly outwits the Fairy’s wrath. Together, they navigate a series of...1123false924fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-yellow-fairy-book-tale-25-in-the-land-of-souls--72899335https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899335Tue, 21 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a young chief, mourning the loss of his beloved, embarks on a wondrous journey through a magical land where the souls dwell, guided by an ancient sage and the promise of reunion. Amidst mysterious woods and shimmering waters, he discovers a...480false926fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-yellow-fairy-book-tale-24-the-dead-wife--72899336https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899336Tue, 21 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a devoted husband, mourning the loss of his forest-dwelling wife, fashions a wooden likeness to comfort his solitude until mysterious signs of her return rekindle hope. Yet, bound by a solemn condition set by the Great Spirit, their journey...286false925fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-yellow-fairy-book-tale-26-the-white-duck--72899349https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899349Tue, 21 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a fair Queen, bound by a promise and loved by her absent King, is unwittingly tricked by a cunning and malevolent figure wielding dark magic within her own garden. The tale unfolds as a white duck, once the Queen herself, searches desperately...745false927fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-yellow-fairy-book-tale-29-the-flower-queen-s-daughter--72899333https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899333Wed, 22 Jul 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which a young Prince discovers a mysterious old woman who grants him a magical bell to summon powerful kings of animals as he embarks on a quest to rescue the Flower Queen’s daughter from a dreadful dragon. Encountering enchanted creatures and...778false930fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-yellow-fairy-book-tale-27-the-witch-and-her-servants--72899337https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899337Wed, 22 Jul 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which three princes seek to protect the enchanted fruit of their father’s trees from unseen theft, leading the youngest on a perilous journey guided by a magical ring and aided by grateful creatures. He enters the service of a formidable witch,...2415false928fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-yellow-fairy-book-tale-28-the-magic-ring--72899338https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899338Wed, 22 Jul 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which a kind-hearted youth named Martin, aided by a magic ring and his faithful dog and cat, undertakes a series of extraordinary tasks to win a princess’s hand and overcome great adversity. Through courage, cleverness, and loyalty, he navigates...1917false929fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-yellow-fairy-book-tale-31-the-snow-daughter-and-the-fire-son--72899331https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899331Thu, 23 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a childless couple is gifted with two extraordinary children—a Snow-daughter and a Fire-son—whose very natures keep them apart and cause much concern. These elemental siblings venture into the world, their peculiarities affecting those around...438false932fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-yellow-fairy-book-tale-32-the-story-of-king-frost--72899339https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899339Thu, 23 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a gentle step-daughter, cast out into the winter fields by a cruel step-mother, encounters the mysterious and formidable King Frost, whose icy presence both threatens and transforms her fate. Meanwhile, at home, the step-mother’s harsh...441false933fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-yellow-fairy-book-tale-30-the-flying-ship--72899341https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899341Thu, 23 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a simple, seemingly foolish youth embarks on a fantastical journey to win the hand of a princess by building a wondrous flying ship, gathering an extraordinary band of companions with peculiar talents along the way. Together, they face the...925false931fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-yellow-fairy-book-tale-33-the-death-of-the-sun-hero--72899340https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899340Fri, 24 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a young prince, gifted beyond measure and beloved by all, sets forth on a quest to prove himself the true Sun-Hero by guarding the fabled Tree of the Sun against fierce attackers. His valiant efforts and the mysterious warnings he receives...401false934fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-yellow-fairy-book-tale-35-the-hazel-nut-child--72899353https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899353Fri, 24 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a tiny child no larger than a hazel-nut grows to display remarkable wit and courage, embarking on adventures that even surprise his devoted parents. Through cleverness and bravery, he becomes a trusted messenger and sets forth on a journey...329false936fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-yellow-fairy-book-tale-34-the-witch--72899361https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899361Fri, 24 Jul 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which two motherless twins endure the harsh cruelty of their step-mother and are sent into a dark and foreboding wood to serve a fearsome witch, yet their gentle hearts and kindness to the creatures they meet grant them aid and cunning gifts. With...723false935fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-yellow-fairy-book-tale-37-prince-ring--72899343https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899343Sat, 25 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which young Prince Ring, though not a bold or strong adventurer by nature, finds himself cast away on a mysterious island and befriends a remarkable dog named Snati-Snati, who aids him in overcoming trials set by trolls and treacherous courtiers....1726false938fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-yellow-fairy-book-tale-38-the-swineherd--72899357https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899357Sat, 25 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a poor Prince sends a beautiful rose and a nightingale to win the heart of an Emperor’s daughter, who disdainfully rejects these genuine gifts but is enchanted by the clever contrivances made by the disguised Prince in his role as swineherd....577false939fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-yellow-fairy-book-tale-36-the-story-of-big-klaus-and-little-klaus--72899348https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899348Sat, 25 Jul 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which two men of the same name and contrasting fortunes get embroiled in a series of crafty dealings involving horse skins, a hidden wizard, and a troublesome sexton, all set against the backdrop of rustic village life and curious customs. Their...1487false937fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-yellow-fairy-book-tale-39-how-to-tell-a-true-princess--72899355https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899355Sun, 26 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a discerning Prince sets out to find a Princess of genuine birth, encountering many who fall short of the delicate standard he requires. Upon a stormy night, a mysterious visitor’s claim is tested by a curious ordeal involving a pea placed...165false940fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-yellow-fairy-book-tale-41-the-tinder-box--72899342https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899342Sun, 26 Jul 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which a returning soldier encounters a mysterious old Witch who leads him to a hollow tree filled with enchanted treasures guarded by formidable three-eyed dogs, offering him wealth and a curious tinder-box. With newfound riches and the aid of...1182false942fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-yellow-fairy-book-tale-40-the-blue-mountains--72899358https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899358Sun, 26 Jul 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which three comrades flee the army and discover a mysterious castle where a beautiful Princess lies under an enchantment, awaiting a brave soul to release her from a long spell. The story follows the steadfast determination of one who endures many...1130false941fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-yellow-fairy-book-tale-44-the-nightingale--72899345https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899345Mon, 27 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which an Emperor of China discovers the enchanting song of a humble Nightingale, whose natural melody captivates the entire court and all who hear it. Yet when a dazzling mechanical bird arrives to rival her, the true magic of the living...1012false945fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-yellow-fairy-book-tale-42-the-witch-in-the-stone-boat--72899346https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899346Mon, 27 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a noble prince sets out to find a worthy bride and encounters sinister enchantments upon his return voyage that alter the course of his household’s peace. The tale unfolds with whispered secrets, eerie transformations, and the steadfast love...876false943fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-yellow-fairy-book-tale-43-thumbelina--72899352https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899352Mon, 27 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a tiny girl named Thumbelina, born from a flower, embarks on a delicate adventure through the changing seasons, encountering creatures both kind and less so in a world much larger than herself. She finds refuge and friendship amidst the...1285false944fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-yellow-fairy-book-tale-45-hermod-and-hadvor--72899347https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899347Tue, 28 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a brave foster son is cursed to live as a lion by day until freed by the brave and clever princess who ventures to a mysterious island in search of him, guided by a magical clew and aided by a helpful witch. Amidst spells and enchantments...1038false946fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-yellow-fairy-book-tale-46-the-steadfast-tin-soldier--72899354https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899354Tue, 28 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a brave little Tin-soldier, distinguished by his single leg, silently endures many adventures after a fall from a window, steadfastly keeping watch over a paper Dancer who stands elegantly on one leg. Through flood and fire, he maintains his...562false947fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-yellow-fairy-book-tale-47-blockhead-hans--72899359https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899359Tue, 28 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which two learned brothers set off to win the hand of a princess who prizes clever speech, each armed with knowledge and preparation befitting their talents, whilst their simple-minded brother, Blockhead-Hans, follows behind riding a goat with an...548false948fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-yellow-fairy-book-tale-48-a-story-about-a-darning-needle--72899344https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899344Wed, 29 Jul 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which a darning-needle, prideful and convinced of her own fineness, embarks on an unexpected journey beyond her usual sewing tasks and meets curious companions along the way. Amidst humble surroundings and playful children, she maintains her lofty...409false949fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-pink-fairy-book-preface--72899559https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899559Thu, 30 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Andrew LangIn which the universal custom of telling nursery tales is gently explored, revealing how diverse peoples from various corners of the globe share remarkably similar stories filled with adventure, kindness, and courage. The Preface invites the reader to...180false101fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-pink-fairy-book-tale-2-how-the-dragon-was-tricked--72899560https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899560Thu, 30 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a clever young man outwits a humpbacked shepherd and catches the attention of a king by performing daring feats involving a dragon’s flying horse and enchanted bed covering. With wits and disguises, he confronts the dragon itself, facing...475false103fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-pink-fairy-book-tale-1-the-cat-s-elopement--72899565https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899565Thu, 30 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a pair of charming cats from neighbouring households find themselves smitten beneath a cherry tree and resolve to run away together despite the obstacles of their masters’ possessions. As they wander through new and sometimes perilous...368false102fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-pink-fairy-book-tale-3-the-goblin-and-the-grocer--72899557https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899557Fri, 31 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a little Goblin inhabits the grocer’s shop where he delights in a yearly treat of jam and butter, but finds himself drawn to the rich, enchanted world of poetry cherished by a studious young tenant in the attic above. Observing the magical...462false104fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-pink-fairy-book-tale-4-the-house-in-the-wood--72899558https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899558Fri, 31 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a poor woodcutter’s three daughters each attempt to find their father in the forest by following seeds left as a trail, but only the youngest shows kindness to the creatures she meets at a mysterious woodland house. Her gentle heart and...529false105fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-pink-fairy-book-tale-5-uraschimataro-and-the-turtle--72899568https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899568Fri, 31 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a brave young fisherman, Uraschimataro, shows kindness to a small turtle and is later led by this grateful creature to a wondrous underwater palace where time and enchantment weave their mysterious spells. Upon a yearning to revisit the home...586false106fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-pink-fairy-book-tale-7-the-flying-trunk--72899569https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899569Sat, 01 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a prodigal merchant’s son, left destitute and with nothing but an enchanted flying trunk, journeys to a distant land where he courts a princess through stories and enchantments. His tales captivate the court and bring joy, yet fate intervenes...531false108fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-pink-fairy-book-tale-8-the-snow-man--72899573https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899573Sat, 01 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a newly formed Snow-man, curious and innocent, learns from an old yard-dog about the changing seasons and the warm comforts of a stove within the house, which he longs to embrace despite the dangers it portends. As the frost melts and winter...632false109fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-pink-fairy-book-tale-6-the-slaying-of-the-tanuki--72899564https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899564Sat, 01 Aug 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which a peasant’s friendship with a hare brings about a bitter feud with a mischievous Tanuki, whose cunning leads to grievous misfortune and sorrow. With the help of his faithful companion, the peasant devises a clever and patient plan to put a...525false107fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-pink-fairy-book-tale-11-the-three-brothers--72899561https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899561Sun, 02 Aug 2026 18:30:02 +0000Andrew LangIn which a father, unable to decide how to bequeath his ancestral house fairly among his three skilled sons, sets them each a challenge to create a masterpiece in their chosen trades. Upon their return, the brothers demonstrate wondrous feats of...254false1012fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-pink-fairy-book-tale-9-the-shirt-collar--72899563https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899563Sun, 02 Aug 2026 18:30:02 +0000Andrew LangIn which a fine shirt-collar, proud of his elegant appearance and imagined possessions, engages in fluttering courtships among the household linens, only to find himself discarded and reflecting on the perils of boastfulness. The collar’s tale unfolds...331false1010fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-pink-fairy-book-tale-10-the-princess-in-the-chest--72899562https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899562Sun, 02 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a king and queen, long childless and troubled, follow the counsel of a wise woman to bring a princess into the world under mysterious conditions, leading to strange happenings that no sentinel can endure. A merry young smith, bold and...1443false1011fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-pink-fairy-book-tale-14-hans-the-mermaid-s-son--72899583https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899583Mon, 03 Aug 2026 18:30:02 +0000Andrew LangIn which a powerful and peculiar boy named Hans, son of a mermaid, comes to live with his mortal father and finds work under a squire who is soon overcome by the lad’s extraordinary strength and appetite. Despite the squire’s many schemes to rid...1474false1015fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-pink-fairy-book-tale-13-the-fir-tree--72899566https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899566Mon, 03 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a modest little fir-tree dreams of growing tall and learning the wonders beyond its woodland home, yet finds its desires both fulfilled and disappointed through a succession of seasons and changes. Its journey, from bustling wood to splendid...1085false1014fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-pink-fairy-book-tale-12-the-snow-queen--72899567https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899567Mon, 03 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a magical looking-glass shatters, scattering tiny shards that make people see only the worst in the world and turn hearts to ice, setting the stage for the intertwined fortunes of two dear children, Kay and Gerda, whose play and affection are...2133false1013fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-pink-fairy-book-tale-15-peter-bull--72899570https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899570Tue, 04 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a childless peasant couple in Denmark raise a remarkable bull-calf named Peter, hoping to teach him to speak and make him their heir. Through the curious dealings with a learned parish clerk and a surprising transformation, their fortunes and...612false1016fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-pink-fairy-book-tale-17-snowflake--72899571https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899571Tue, 04 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a childless couple, Ivan and Marie, create a snow child during a harsh winter, who astonishingly comes to life and brings joy and wonder to their lonely cottage. As the seasons change and the warmth of spring arrives, the snow child’s...503false1018fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-pink-fairy-book-tale-16-the-bird-grip--72899572https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899572Tue, 04 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a blind king’s three sons set out to obtain the magical bird Grip to restore their father’s sight, but only the youngest remains steadfast in his quest despite many temptations and perils. With the aid of a wise fox and the loyalty of...1065false1017fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-pink-fairy-book-tale-19-the-cunning-shoemaker--72899574https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899574Wed, 05 Aug 2026 18:30:02 +0000Andrew LangIn which a resourceful shoemaker, finding fortune through his cleverness in a distant town, encounters a band of robbers whom he outwits by means of a magical guitar and a sagacious dog. His cunning escapades lead to a final stratagem involving a...917false1020fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-pink-fairy-book-tale-18-i-know-what-i-have-learned--72899592https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899592Wed, 05 Aug 2026 18:30:02 +0000Andrew LangIn which a father visits his three daughters who dwell beneath the earth among trolls, encountering strange and curious happenings at each home. Through these visits, he acquires some curious lessons, though not without certain whimsical trials and...485false1019fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-pink-fairy-book-tale-20-the-king-who-would-have-a-beautiful-wife--72899598https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899598Wed, 05 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a king sets out to find a wife as radiant as the sun, leading to a curious encounter with two elderly sisters whose unusual hands inspire a remarkable choice. Through a series of extraordinary events involving fairy blessings and...405false1021fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-pink-fairy-book-tale-22-how-the-hermit-helped-to-win-the-king-s-daughter--72899575https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899575Thu, 06 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which three brothers set out to win a king’s daughter by building a wondrous ship, and the youngest’s kindness wins the aid of a wise hermit and a company of remarkable companions. Together they overcome the king’s trials with resourcefulness and...987false1023fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-pink-fairy-book-tale-23-the-water-of-life--72899577https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899577Thu, 06 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a devoted family transforms their humble home into a splendid palace and church, yet seek three magical treasures to complete their wonder. A series of long and perilous journeys to a far mountain reveals enchantments that only unwavering...775false1024fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-pink-fairy-book-tale-21-catherine-and-her-destiny--72899579https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899579Thu, 06 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a brave and gentle maiden, having chosen a happy old age over a joyous youth, endures many trials and the mysterious workings of her Destiny, who both troubles and aids her in turn. Through patience and faith, she navigates the shifts of...697false1022fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-pink-fairy-book-tale-25-the-man-without-a-heart--72899576https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899576Fri, 07 Aug 2026 18:30:05 +0000Andrew LangIn which seven brothers set out to find brides, encountering a lonely old man whose strange secret leads to enchantments and a daunting quest; a kind-hearted young traveller embarks on a perilous journey aided by unusual animal companions to uncover...769false1026fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-pink-fairy-book-tale-26-the-two-brothers--72899578https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899578Fri, 07 Aug 2026 18:30:05 +0000Andrew LangIn which two brothers, poor fishermen, discover a tiny magical fish that leads them to splendid steeds and the beginning of separate quests filled with danger and enchantment. The younger brother’s daring rescue and a cruel witch’s spell test their...1093false1027fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-pink-fairy-book-tale-24-the-wounded-lion--72899596https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899596Fri, 07 Aug 2026 18:30:05 +0000Andrew LangIn which a poor girl, summoned to tend various herds, encounters a wounded lion whose gratitude and mysterious sufferings lead her to a hidden palace and an enchanted prince. With kindness and courage, she embarks upon a quest involving a king’s...722false1025fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-pink-fairy-book-tale-27-master-and-pupil--72899582https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899582Sat, 08 Aug 2026 18:30:06 +0000Andrew LangIn which a clever boy, eager to serve and learn, disguises himself to gain employment with a wizard and secretly studies the magical tomes he is meant only to dust. As he masters transformation magic and cunningly tests his newfound powers, a chase of...315false1028fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-pink-fairy-book-tale-28-the-golden-lion--72899588https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899588Sat, 08 Aug 2026 18:30:06 +0000Andrew LangIn which a determined merchant’s youngest son embarks on a perilous quest to find a princess hidden away by her kingly father, after his elder brothers fail and suffer grim fates. With the aid of a mysterious old woman and a wondrous golden lion, he...553false1029fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-pink-fairy-book-tale-29-the-sprig-of-rosemary--72899589https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899589Sat, 08 Aug 2026 18:30:06 +0000Andrew LangIn which a diligent maiden, tasked with gathering firewood, unwittingly encounters a mysterious lord and enters into a wondrous palace with a hidden secret that tests her curiosity and resolve. Guided by celestial beings and aided by magical gifts,...741false1030fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-pink-fairy-book-tale-31-the-troll-s-daughter--72899581https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899581Sun, 09 Aug 2026 18:30:06 +0000Andrew LangIn which a lad enters into service with a powerful troll, undergoing wondrous transformations into a hare, a raven, and a fish, and discovers a solitary princess imprisoned beneath the sea in a glass palace. Guided by her counsel and armed with...1107false1032fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-pink-fairy-book-tale-30-the-white-dove--72899595https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899595Sun, 09 Aug 2026 18:30:06 +0000Andrew LangIn which two young princes encounter a strange old woman during a storm, leading to a promise that entangles their youngest brother in a curious and challenging fate. The youngest prince, with the help of a mysterious white dove, undertakes tasks to...800false1031fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-pink-fairy-book-tale-32-esben-and-the-witch--72899585https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899585Sun, 09 Aug 2026 18:30:07 +0000Andrew LangIn which the youngest and smallest of twelve brothers, Esben, sets forth on his own adventure following the departure of his elder siblings, confronting a cunning witch and a scheming court knight with the aid of a magical white stick. Through a...1477false1033fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-pink-fairy-book-tale-34-maiden-bright-eye--72899580https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899580Mon, 10 Aug 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which a kind and truthful maiden encounters a magical little man on the moor who grants her wondrous gifts, while her envious stepmother’s daughter meets a more unfortunate fate through ill manners and greed. The tale unfolds with transformations...701false1035fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-pink-fairy-book-tale-35-the-merry-wives--72899584https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899584Mon, 10 Aug 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which three wives, united by friendship and a pint of brandy at the tavern, devise clever tricks to convince their husbands of strange and puzzling realities, each vying to prove their husband the most easily fooled. The ensuing antics, full of...421false1036fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-pink-fairy-book-tale-33-princess-minon-minette--72899591https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899591Mon, 10 Aug 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which young King Souci, brought up by the whimsical fairy Inconstancy and ill-prepared for rule, embarks on a journey that leads him through unexpected trials and encounters with Princess Minon-Minette under the care of fairy Aveline. Their...1459false1034fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-pink-fairy-book-tale-38-the-little-hare--72899590https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899590Tue, 11 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a cunning man undertakes a perilous quest to fulfil his wife’s unusual wish, outwitting a fearsome tribe with wit and a magic stone, while a mischievous little hare causes disorder among the animals through trickery and clever stratagems. The...1338false1039fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-pink-fairy-book-tale-37-the-jackal-the-dove-and-the-panther--72899593https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899593Tue, 11 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a mother dove, threatened by a hungry jackal, learns the value of caution and cunning from a passing heron, and the jackal’s craftiness leads him into a dangerous encounter with a panther and her brood. This tale unfolds with a gentle...582false1038fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-pink-fairy-book-tale-36-king-lindorm--72899594https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899594Tue, 11 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a queen’s secret wish for children leads to a remarkable birth and the unfolding of a tale involving a fearsome lindorm, a brave maiden, and the enduring power of love and loyalty amid wicked plots. The story gently traces the trials of those...1381false1037fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-pink-fairy-book-tale-41-don-giovanni-de-la-fortuna--72899587https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899587Wed, 12 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a spendthrift gentleman, reduced to poverty and beggary, obtains a magical purse from a stranger under curious conditions that enable him to regain fortune and influence. Amidst shabbiness and scorn, his true fortunes unfold as he navigates...554false1042fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-pink-fairy-book-tale-40-the-story-of-ciccu--72899597https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899597Wed, 12 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which three brothers inherit parts of a fig-tree and curious gifts from their father, leading the youngest, Ciccu, on a journey of fortune and various trials through the kingdom. Assisted by a talking horse and aided by creatures he once helped,...1857false1041fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-pink-fairy-book-tale-39-the-sparrow-with-the-slit-tongue--72899586https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72899586Wed, 12 Aug 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which an old man, kind to all creatures, rescues a terrified sparrow from a raven and cares for it tenderly, only for his quarrelsome wife to harm the bird in a cruel fit of jealousy. The tale unfolds with the sparrow's surprising transformation...560false1040fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-grey-fairy-book-tale-2-the-goblin-pony--73701031https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73701031Thu, 13 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a group of young people, heedless of old Peggy’s warnings on Hallow-e’en night, mount a mysterious little black pony that leads them beyond the safety of their home towards the wild sea. As the pony ventures boldly into the waves, the...283false113fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-grey-fairy-book-preface--73701028https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73701028Thu, 13 Aug 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which the nature of fairy tales is gently contemplated, revealing their origins from diverse lands and the delightful patterns woven into their narratives, much like the shifting fragments of a kaleidoscope. The Preface sets the stage for a...96false111fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-grey-fairy-book-tale-1-donkey-skin--73701029https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73701029Thu, 13 Aug 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which a princess, bound by the promise of her late mother and her father's strange demands, cleverly evades an unwelcome marriage by requesting impossible dresses and, finally, the skin of a magical donkey. Concealed beneath the disguise, she finds...1587false112fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-grey-fairy-book-tale-3-an-impossible-enchantment--73701032https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73701032Fri, 14 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a king, cold to love and marriage, encounters the silent yet fierce Princess Mutinosa and soon weds her under strange conditions, only to find his new queen enchanted and subdued by fairy magic. Her daughter Graziella, born lovely and clever,...1818false114fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-grey-fairy-book-tale-4-the-story-of-dschemil-and-dschemila--73701033https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73701033Fri, 14 Aug 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which a maiden named Dschemila is mysteriously carried off by an ogre after finding a strange iron mortar, and her betrothed cousin Dschemil sets out on a long and arduous quest to find and rescue her from a distant, enchanted castle. Through...2062false115fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-grey-fairy-book-tale-5-janni-and-the-draken--73701034https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73701034Fri, 14 Aug 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which Janni, a brave youth left alone in the world with his sister, takes possession of a castle once inhabited by strange and fearsome Draken, and sets forth on perilous quests to gather wondrous fruits at his sister’s behest. Through trials of...651false116fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-grey-fairy-book-tale-6-the-partnership-of-the-thief-and-the-liar--73701036https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73701036Sat, 15 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a clever thief and a crafty liar join forces to deceive kings with impossible tales, winning wagers through a series of amusing adventures and shrewd trickery. Their partnership, however, soon leads to a playful struggle for justice and...731false117fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-grey-fairy-book-tale-7-fortunatus-and-his-purse--73701037https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73701037Sat, 15 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a young man named Fortunatus, born into wealth but soon plunged into poverty by his father's folly, finds himself lost in a wilderness where Dame Fortune grants him a magical purse that will never run out of gold. With this gift and later a...797false118fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-grey-fairy-book-tale-8-the-goat-faced-girl--73701039https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73701039Sat, 15 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a humble peasant, faced with dire poverty, is compelled to entrust his youngest daughter to a mysterious and fearsome lizard who offers unexpected kindness and fortune. The tale unfolds through trials of gratitude and transformation,...771false119fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-grey-fairy-book-tale-9-what-came-of-picking-flowers--73701041https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73701041Sun, 16 Aug 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which a sorrowing mother’s daughters vanish one by one after plucking enchanted flowers, prompting the brave youngest son to embark on a quest aided by magical items to seek their rescue. Along his journey, he encounters wondrous transformations...691false1110fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-grey-fairy-book-tale-10-the-story-of-bensurdatu--73701042https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73701042Sun, 16 Aug 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which a faithful servant named Bensurdatu courageously undertakes the quest to rescue three lost princesses who have vanished under a mysterious cloud, encountering giants and a fearsome multi-headed serpent in a wondrous underwater realm. Through...1071false1111fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-grey-fairy-book-tale-11-the-magician-s-horse--73701043https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73701043Sun, 16 Aug 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which a lost prince enters the service of a magician and, aided by a magical black horse, escapes his master's power to seek his fortune incognito as a gardener in a neighbouring king’s palace. Through secret deeds and courageous battles, the...1088false1112fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-grey-fairy-book-tale-12-the-little-gray-man--73701045https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73701045Mon, 17 Aug 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which three companions discover an old castle to rest in and encounter a mysterious little gray man whose hunger and anger bring them unexpected troubles. Their courage and cleverness lead them into the heart of a magic spell, revealing imprisoned...490false1113fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-grey-fairy-book-tale-13-herr-lazarus-and-the-draken--73701046https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73701046Mon, 17 Aug 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which a cobbler named Lazarus, armed with a bold sword and an appetite for honey, forms a curious fellowship with the mystical Draken, only to find their customs both strange and challenging. Through wit and cunning, Lazarus navigates their harsh...411false1114fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-grey-fairy-book-tale-14-the-story-of-the-queen-of-the-flowery-isles--73701047https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73701047Mon, 17 Aug 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which a widowed queen guards her beautiful daughter against the jealous wrath of a rival monarch, whose envy leads to a strange and sorrowful disappearance. The princess’s lonely sojourn in a magical wilderness and the search for her faithful...1035false1115fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-grey-fairy-book-tale-15-udea-and-her-seven-brothers--73701049https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73701049Tue, 18 Aug 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which a young maiden named Udea sets out on a determined quest to find her seven brothers, who have been driven away by a deceitful aunt’s ruse at her birth. Through trials involving cunning animals, a mysterious cat, and the threat of a dreadful...1243false1116fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-grey-fairy-book-tale-16-the-white-wolf--73701050https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73701050Tue, 18 Aug 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which a king promises a white wolf the first living thing he meets on his return journey in exchange for a wreath of wild flowers for his youngest daughter, leading to a strange and sorrowful bargain. The princess’s perseverance, aided by magical...900false1117fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-grey-fairy-book-tale-17-mohammed-with-the-magic-finger--73701051https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73701051Tue, 18 Aug 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which a young boy known as Mohammed with the Magic Finger discovers dark secrets and perilous plots in a city where death is forbidden, leading to cunning stratagems and a fateful parting from his uncle. The tale unfolds with a curious blend of...1879false1118fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-grey-fairy-book-tale-18-bobino--73701053https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73701053Wed, 19 Aug 2026 18:30:05 +0000Andrew LangIn which a young gentleman named Bobino, gifted with the unusual ability to understand the language of animals, embarks on a series of adventures following the displeasure and disownment of his father. Through his peculiar talent, Bobino offers aid...679false1119fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-grey-fairy-book-tale-19-the-dog-and-the-sparrow--73701054https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73701054Wed, 19 Aug 2026 18:30:05 +0000Andrew LangIn which a loyal sheep-dog, cruelly treated by his master, finds solace and sustenance through the kindness of a clever sparrow, only for tragedy to befall him through the harsh actions of a passing carter. The sparrow then exacts swift and poetic...567false1120fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-grey-fairy-book-tale-20-the-story-of-the-three-sons-of-hali--73701056https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73701056Wed, 19 Aug 2026 18:30:05 +0000Andrew LangIn which a young man named Neangir embarks upon a bewildering journey from his village to Constantinople, encountering magic, hidden identities, and mysterious talismans entwined with love and loss. Alongside noble families and enchanters, he becomes...3052false1121fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-grey-fairy-book-tale-21-the-story-of-the-fair-circassians--73701057https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73701057Thu, 20 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which two Circassian sisters, renowned for their beauty and accomplishments, become entangled in a tale of love, magic, and mistaken identities amidst royal intrigues and perilous journeys. Their story unfolds through daring escapes, magical...1777false1122fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-grey-fairy-book-tale-23-the-bear--73701060https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73701060Thu, 20 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a princess, confined by her loving yet overprotective father, escapes her prison life with the help of a magic bear’s skin and a self-moving wheel-barrow, embarking upon adventures that bring her into the company and heart of a curious...747false1124fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-grey-fairy-book-tale-22-the-jackal-and-the-spring--73701058https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73701058Thu, 20 Aug 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which the animals, parched by a long drought, discover a hidden spring and set about guarding it against the cunning jackal who refuses to work but desires to drink. Despite the jackal’s tricks to deceive his sentinels, it is the steadfast tortoise...386false1123fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-grey-fairy-book-tale-25-the-daughter-of-buk-ettemsuch--73701063https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73701063Fri, 21 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which seven sisters endure their father’s strict command amidst a lonely and guarded life, until a fearsome ogre’s household becomes the refuge of the youngest, where she must navigate secret keys and silent promises. A prince’s tender curiosity...1122false1126fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-grey-fairy-book-tale-24-the-sunchild--73701061https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73701061Fri, 21 Aug 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which a childless woman makes a strange bargain with the Sunball that leads to a daughter’s departure to the sun’s realm, where longing and cleverness shape her days and tasks. Through a journey aided by hares and hindered by dark magic, the tale...537false1125fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-grey-fairy-book-tale-26-laughing-eye-and-weeping-eye-or-the-limping-fox--73701065https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73701065Fri, 21 Aug 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which a man with one laughing eye and one weeping eye has three sons who set out to recover a stolen magical vine from a guarded garden, aided by a cunning lame fox who gives timely counsel. Despite the youngest son’s simplicity and mishaps, his...530false1127fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-grey-fairy-book-tale-28-the-simpleton--73701068https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73701068Sat, 22 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a simple-minded youth ventures forth from home and gathers about him a remarkable band of companions, each gifted with extraordinary talents, to aid him on his travels. Together they encounter a swift princess and a royal challenge, leading...683false1129fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-grey-fairy-book-tale-29-the-street-musicians--73701070https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73701070Sat, 22 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a faithful old donkey, escaping a cruel fate, meets a greyhound, a cat, and a cock each fleeing their own misfortunes, and together they aspire to become street musicians in the nearest town. Along their journey, the unlikely quartet...522false1130fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-grey-fairy-book-tale-27-the-unlooked-for-prince--73701066https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73701066Sat, 22 Aug 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which a king’s long-ago promise to a strange and powerful being threatens the safety of his beloved son, who must venture into dark and wondrous realms to meet daunting challenges. With the aid of a mysterious and enchanting young princess, the...1030false1128fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-grey-fairy-book-tale-31-cannetella--73701073https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73701073Sun, 23 Aug 2026 18:30:05 +0000Andrew LangIn which a king, longing for an heir, endeavours to find a husband for his beautiful daughter Cannetella, who insists on a suitor with a golden head and teeth, a condition that summons a powerful and sinister magician. The tale unfolds gently with...870false1132fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-grey-fairy-book-tale-32-the-ogre--73701075https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73701075Sun, 23 Aug 2026 18:30:05 +0000Andrew LangIn which a simple-hearted youth, Antonio, enters into the service of a fearsome yet kind ogre, who bestows upon him magical gifts with secret words that bring great fortune when wisely used. Through trials of folly and forgiveness, Antonio learns...927false1133fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-grey-fairy-book-tale-30-the-twin-brothers--73701071https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73701071Sun, 23 Aug 2026 18:30:06 +0000Andrew LangIn which two nearly identical brothers, born through the enchantment of a magical gold-fish, set out in turn to forge their fortunes, encountering noble tasks and perilous adventures involving a formidable princess and a fearsome giant. Through trials...1049false1131fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-grey-fairy-book-tale-33-a-fairy-s-blunder--73701077https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73701077Mon, 24 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a well-meaning but thoughtless fairy enchants a magical spring to hasten the growth and youth of an island's inhabitants, unwittingly dooming them to a swift and tragic cycle of aging and decline. Upon a later visit by other fairies and their...1651false1134fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-grey-fairy-book-tale-35-prunella--73701079https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73701079Mon, 24 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Andrew LangIn which a young girl named Prunella finds herself at the mercy of a witch after innocently picking fruit from her orchard, and though faced with impossible tasks, she receives secret help from the witch’s son, Bensiabel, whose kindness and courage...648false1136fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-grey-fairy-book-tale-34-long-broad-and-quickeye--73701078https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73701078Mon, 24 Aug 2026 18:30:04 +0000Andrew LangIn which a young prince, set upon by his father to find a wife, chooses a mysterious maiden imprisoned by a wizard in an iron castle, and with the aid of three extraordinary companions—Long, Broad, and Quickeye—embarks on a perilous quest to free her....1169false1135full