https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/moby-dick-or-the-whale-version-2--6987979enBooksCopyright Action&Adventure Fiction Genrehttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/b243d289dd05911474e755eef6b53a36.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/moby-dick-or-the-whale-version-2--6987979Sat, 12 Sep 2026 09:25:51 +0000Herman MelvilleAction&Adventure Fiction Genrespreaker36@podcastlibrary.orgThis great, genre-bending novel nominally centres on the quest of the monomaniacal Captain Ahab to gain revenge for the loss of his leg to an apparently malicious white sperm whale known in the fishery as Moby Dick. At times the compulsive and...falsec0a6d65c-5b8a-52b3-b099-93bc2951414depisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/is-sex-necessary-or-why-you-feel-the-way-you-do-james-thurber-e-b-white--75037061https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75037061Sat, 12 Sep 2026 09:03:02 +0000Herman Melville"Is Sex Necessary or Why You Feel The Way You Do" by James Thurber and E. B. White is a witty exploration of human emotions and relationships, delving into the complexities of desire and the nature of love. This engaging work invites listeners to...8303falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bible-drv-apocryphadeuterocanon-1-maccabees-douay-rheims-version-drv--74442303https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74442303Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:05:24 +0000Herman MelvilleThe "Bible (DRV) Apocrypha Deuterocanon 1 Maccabees" presents a significant historical and religious narrative that explores themes of faith, perseverance, and the struggle for identity. This text, part of the Douay-Rheims Version, recounts the events...8145falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crossings-a-fairy-play-walter-de-la-mare--74386570https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74386570Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:04:47 +0000Herman Melville"Crossings: A Fairy Play" by Walter de la Mare invites listeners into a whimsical realm where the boundaries between reality and fantasy blur. This enchanting work explores themes of transformation and the journey of self-discovery, making it a...9850falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/gargantua-and-pantagruel-book-iv-francois-rabelais--74308356https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74308356Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:04:13 +0000Herman MelvilleGargantua and Pantagruel, Book IV by François Rabelais continues the satirical adventures of the giant Gargantua and his son Pantagruel, exploring themes of humanism, education, and the folly of mankind. This installment delves into the complexities...25625falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/celebrated-crimes-vol-5-part-2-la-constantin-alexandre-dumas--74200424https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74200424Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:04:59 +0000Herman Melville"Celebrated Crimes, Vol. 5 Part 2 La Constantin" by Alexandre Dumas delves into the intricacies of infamous criminal cases, exploring the darker aspects of human nature and society. This volume invites listeners to reflect on the timeless themes of...9171falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/faces-and-places-sir-henry-w-lucy--74134072https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74134072Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:05:14 +0000Herman Melville"Faces and Places" by Sir Henry W. Lucy offers a vivid exploration of the diverse characters and locales encountered throughout his travels. This collection of observations and reflections showcases Lucy's keen eye for detail and his ability to...25160falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/seven-laws-of-teaching-john-milton-gregory--74087716https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74087716Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:04:56 +0000Herman Melville"Seven Laws of Teaching" by John Milton Gregory is a foundational work that outlines essential principles for effective teaching. Gregory emphasizes the importance of understanding the learner, the teacher's role, and the significance of clear...13888falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/idler-in-the-wilds-tickner-edwardes--74031245https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74031245Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:04:49 +0000Herman Melville"Idler In The Wilds" by Tickner Edwardes invites listeners into a contemplative exploration of nature and solitude. This work resonates with themes of introspection and the search for meaning in a world often filled with distractions and noise....10474falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cabbages-and-kings-o-henry--73977228https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73977228Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:05:13 +0000Herman Melville"Cabbages and Kings" by O. Henry is a collection of interconnected stories set in the fictional Latin American town of Anchuria, exploring the lives and quirks of its inhabitants. Through a blend of humor and poignant observations, O. Henry captures...23104falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/india-s-love-lyrics-laurence-hope--73920789https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73920789Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:04:31 +0000Herman MelvilleIndia's Love Lyrics by Laurence Hope is a poignant collection of poems that captures the essence of love, longing, and the beauty of the Indian landscape. With its lyrical elegance, the work explores themes of passion and desire, intertwining personal...13079falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/satires-of-circumstance-lyrics-and-reveries-with-miscellaneous-pieces-thomas-hardy--73861058https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73861058Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:04:56 +0000Herman Melville"Satires of Circumstance, Lyrics and Reveries, with Miscellaneous Pieces" by Thomas Hardy is a compelling collection that showcases the author's sharp wit and profound reflections on the human experience. Through a blend of satire, lyrical poetry, and...13343falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/admirable-bashville-george-bernard-shaw--73796697https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73796697Fri, 14 Aug 2026 09:02:09 +0000Herman Melville"Admirable Bashville" by George Bernard Shaw is a thought-provoking exploration of ambition and the complexities of human nature. This play delves into the themes of societal expectations and personal identity, showcasing Shaw's sharp wit and keen...4229falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/heptameron-of-the-tales-of-margaret-queen-of-navarre-volume-1-marguerite-of-navarre--73765026https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73765026Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:02:08 +0000Herman MelvilleHeptameron of the Tales of Margaret, Queen of Navarre, Volume 1-Marguerite of Navarre is a captivating collection of stories that reflect the complexities of human nature and the intricacies of love, morality, and faith. Written by the insightful...19156falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/frankenstein-or-the-modern-prometheus-edition-1831-mary-wollstonecraft-shelley--73735910https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73735910Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:01:53 +0000Herman Melville"Frankenstein, or The Modern Prometheus" by Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley presents a timeless exploration of ambition, creation, and the consequences of defying natural boundaries. This edition, published in 1831, delves into the struggles of its...31500falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/coming-race-edward-bulwer-lytton--73713217https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73713217Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:02:16 +0000Herman Melville"Coming Race" by Edward Bulwer-Lytton invites listeners into a fascinating exploration of a subterranean world inhabited by a superior race known as the Vril-ya, who possess extraordinary powers and a deep connection to the forces of nature. This...24955falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/letters-of-a-portuguese-nun-mariana-alcoforado-gabriel-joseph-de-lavergne--73693925https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73693925Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:02:20 +0000Herman Melville"Letters of a Portuguese Nun" by Mariana Alcoforado, translated by Gabriel-Joseph de Lavergne, is a poignant exploration of love, longing, and the depths of emotional expression. The letters reveal the inner turmoil and passionate sentiments of a...8465falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/history-and-records-of-the-elephant-club-q-k-philander-doesticks-knight-russ-ockside--73672298https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73672298Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:02:26 +0000Herman Melville"History and Records of the Elephant Club-Q. K. Philander Doesticks, Knight Russ Ockside" invites listeners into a whimsical exploration of camaraderie and eccentricity through the lens of a unique social club. This engaging narrative captures the...22534falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/charles-simeon-handley-carr-glyn-moule--73650004https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73650004Sat, 08 Aug 2026 09:02:36 +0000Herman Melville"Charles Simeon-Handley Carr Glyn Moule" presents a compelling exploration of faith and theology through the lives and contributions of its titular figures. This audiobook delves into the profound impact of their teachings and the enduring relevance...26919falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tragedy-of-hamlet-prince-of-denmark-version-4-william-shakespeare--73621362https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73621362Fri, 07 Aug 2026 15:08:54 +0000Herman Melville"Tragedy of Hamlet, Prince of Denmark" is a profound exploration of themes such as revenge, madness, and the complexity of human emotion, as it follows the troubled Prince Hamlet in his quest for justice after the untimely death of his father....13596falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/present-at-a-hanging-and-other-ghost-stories-ambrose-bierce--73585774https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73585774Fri, 07 Aug 2026 00:46:18 +0000Herman Melville"Present at a Hanging and Other Ghost Stories" by Ambrose Bierce delves into the eerie and unsettling realm of the supernatural, presenting a collection of ghost stories that explore themes of mortality, justice, and the unknown. Bierce’s masterful...7292falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dramas-of-the-dock-true-stories-of-crime-guy-b-h-logan--73553466https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73553466Thu, 06 Aug 2026 11:27:26 +0000Herman Melville"Dramas of the Dock True Stories of Crime" by Guy B. H. Logan delves into the gritty realities of crime and life at the docks, offering a compelling look at true stories that resonate with the human experience. This audiobook captures the essence of...26279falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/canadians-of-old-philippe-aubert-de-gaspe--73273824https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73273824Fri, 31 Jul 2026 09:00:44 +0000Herman Melville"Canadians of Old" by Philippe Aubert de Gaspé offers a vivid portrayal of early Canadian life, capturing the spirit and struggles of the nation's formative years. This work reflects on the rich tapestry of Canadian heritage, showcasing the resilience...34201falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/moby-dick-or-the-whale-version-2-herman-melville-part-3--71621500https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71621500Sun, 26 Apr 2026 09:00:20 +0000Herman MelvilleThis great, genre-bending novel nominally centres on the quest of the monomaniacal Captain Ahab to gain revenge for the loss of his leg to an apparently malicious white sperm whale known in the fishery as Moby Dick. At times the compulsive and...14311action,adventure,ahab,dick,melville,moby,revenge,sperm,whale,whalesfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/moby-dick-or-the-whale-version-2-herman-melville-part-2--71621498https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71621498Sat, 25 Apr 2026 09:00:21 +0000Herman MelvilleThis great, genre-bending novel nominally centres on the quest of the monomaniacal Captain Ahab to gain revenge for the loss of his leg to an apparently malicious white sperm whale known in the fishery as Moby Dick. At times the compulsive and...35099action,adventure,ahab,dick,melville,moby,revenge,sperm,whale,whalesfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/moby-dick-or-the-whale-version-2-herman-melville-part-1--71621488https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71621488Fri, 24 Apr 2026 21:58:24 +0000Herman MelvilleThis great, genre-bending novel nominally centres on the quest of the monomaniacal Captain Ahab to gain revenge for the loss of his leg to an apparently malicious white sperm whale known in the fishery as Moby Dick. At times the compulsive and...35490action,adventure,ahab,dick,melville,moby,revenge,sperm,whale,whalesfalsefull