https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/moby-dick-or-the-whale--6987981enBooksCopyright Action&Adventure Fiction Genrehttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/91d90f52c78402661f08d361aed2321b.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/moby-dick-or-the-whale--6987981Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:52:42 +0000Herman MelvilleAction&Adventure Fiction Genrespreaker36@podcastlibrary.orgFew things, even in literature, can really be said to be unique — but Moby Dick is truly unlike anything written before or since. The novel is nominally about the obsessive hunt by the crazed Captain Ahab of the book’s eponymous white whale. But...falsec0149ede-ba36-50f5-b770-d20928bb27cdepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/comical-history-of-don-quixote-part-2-thomas-d-urfey--74442293https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74442293Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:05:27 +0000Herman MelvilleThe "Comical History of Don Quixote, Part 2" by Thomas D'Urfey offers a humorous take on the beloved tale of the delusional knight and his whimsical adventures. This lively retelling captures the essence of Don Quixote's noble yet misguided quests,...13179falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/monitor-and-the-merrimac-both-sides-of-the-story-samuel-greene-h-ashton-ramsay-eugene-winslow-watson-john-worden--74386567https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74386567Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:04:53 +0000Herman Melville"Monitor and the Merrimac: Both Sides of the Story" presents a compelling exploration of the historic naval clash between the ironclad warships Monitor and Merrimac during the American Civil War, as recounted by authors Samuel Greene, H. Ashton...4224falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/christmas-with-lucy-maud-montgomery-a-selection-of-stories-lucy-maud-montgomery--74308348https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74308348Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:04:13 +0000Herman Melville"Christmas With Lucy Maud Montgomery" is a delightful selection of stories that captures the warmth and magic of the holiday season through the beloved lens of one of Canada's most cherished authors. Montgomery’s narratives resonate with timeless...19905falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-moral-equivalent-of-war--74200417https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74200417Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:05:24 +0000Herman Melville"The Moral Equivalent of War" explores the profound themes of conflict and the human spirit's capacity for resilience and purpose. The author presents a compelling argument for finding alternatives to war that harness the same fervor and dedication,...2638falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/waterbiography-robert-c-leslie--74134064https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74134064Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:05:04 +0000Herman Melville"Waterbiography" by Robert C. Leslie invites listeners to explore the intricate relationship between humanity and water, delving into the vital role this element plays in our lives and the environment. Through a lyrical narrative, Leslie captures the...29161falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-practical-view-of-the-prevailing-religious-system-of-professed-christians-william-wilberforce--74087710https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74087710Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:04:41 +0000Herman Melville"A Practical View of the Prevailing Religious System of Professed Christians" by William Wilberforce offers a critical examination of the religious practices and beliefs of his contemporaries. This thought-provoking work challenges readers to reflect...32708falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/book-of-tea-kakuzo-okakura--74031239https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74031239Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:04:51 +0000Herman Melville"Book of Tea" by Kakuzō Okakura explores the profound relationship between tea culture and the philosophy of aesthetics, emphasizing the significance of simplicity, harmony, and mindfulness in everyday life. Okakura delves into the spiritual and...7504falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/heptameron-of-the-tales-of-margaret-queen-of-navarre-volume-1-marguerite-of-navarre--73977219https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73977219Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:05:22 +0000Herman Melville"Heptameron of the Tales of Margaret, Queen of Navarre, Volume 1" presents a captivating collection of stories that explore themes of love, morality, and human folly through the lens of the Renaissance. This anthology, attributed to Marguerite of...19156falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/frankenstein-or-the-modern-prometheus-1818-mary-wollstonecraft-shelley--73920784https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73920784Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:04:24 +0000Herman Melville"Frankenstein; or The Modern Prometheus" by Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley delves into the profound consequences of man's quest for knowledge and the ethical dilemmas of creation. This timeless tale explores themes of ambition, isolation, and the...28838falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/finland-and-the-tsars-1809-1899-joseph-r-fisher--73861052https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73861052Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:04:38 +0000Herman Melville"Finland and the Tsars, 1809-1899" by Joseph R. Fisher delves into the complex relationship between Finland and the Russian Tsars during a transformative century. This period saw Finland navigate its identity and autonomy under imperial rule, a theme...30457falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/essay-concerning-human-understanding-book-iii-john-locke--73796693https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73796693Fri, 14 Aug 2026 09:02:08 +0000Herman MelvilleJohn Locke's "Essay Concerning Human Understanding Book III" delves into the nature of human knowledge and understanding, exploring how our ideas and perceptions shape our comprehension of the world. This work remains relevant today as it prompts...22814falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dave-brings-home-a-wife-dramatic-reading-steele-rudd--73765008https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73765008Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:02:07 +0000Herman Melville"Dave Brings Home A Wife," a dramatic reading by Steele Rudd, captures the humorous and poignant moments of a man's journey as he introduces his new wife to his family and community. This tale explores the dynamics of love, acceptance, and the often...5968falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/man-and-his-ancestor-a-study-in-evolution-charles-morris--73735898https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73735898Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:02:05 +0000Herman Melville"Man and His Ancestor: A Study in Evolution" by Charles Morris delves into the intricate relationship between humanity and its evolutionary lineage. This thought-provoking work explores the scientific principles of evolution, shedding light on how our...23806falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sonnets-from-the-portuguese-elizabeth-barrett-browning--73713209https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73713209Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:02:19 +0000Herman Melville"Sonnets from the Portuguese" by Elizabeth Barrett Browning is a profound collection of love sonnets that captures the intensity and depth of romantic emotion. Written during her courtship with Robert Browning, these sonnets delve into themes of love,...2899falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/seven-against-thebes-way-translation-aeschylus--73693921https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73693921Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:02:29 +0000Herman Melville"Seven Against Thebes," a profound work by Aeschylus, delves into the themes of fate, conflict, and the human condition through the lens of the tragic siege of Thebes. This gripping tale explores the consequences of familial loyalty and the struggle...3712falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crock-of-gold-james-stephens--73672292https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73672292Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:02:35 +0000Herman MelvilleCrock of Gold by James Stephens is a captivating exploration of the interplay between myth and reality, weaving together themes of spirituality, the human experience, and the eternal quest for meaning. This timeless tale invites listeners to reflect...21156falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/court-and-character-of-king-james-with-the-court-of-king-charles-anthony-weldon--73649997https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73649997Sat, 08 Aug 2026 09:02:34 +0000Herman Melville"Court and Character of King James, with the Court of King Charles" by Anthony Weldon offers a vivid exploration of the personalities and intrigues that defined the courts of two of England's most notable monarchs. Through Weldon's keen observations,...13512falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/biography-of-a-prairie-girl-eleanor-gates--73621357https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73621357Fri, 07 Aug 2026 15:08:45 +0000Herman Melville"Biography of a Prairie Girl" by Eleanor Gates offers an intimate glimpse into the life of a young girl growing up in the American Midwest, capturing the essence of her experiences and the landscape that shapes her. This narrative resonates with...20775falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dramatic-reading-scene-and-story-collection-volume-005-various--73585771https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73585771Fri, 07 Aug 2026 00:46:12 +0000Herman MelvilleDramatic Reading Scene and Story Collection, Volume 005-Various offers a captivating selection of dramatic readings that showcase the art of storytelling through varied scenes and narratives. This collection invites listeners to experience the power...21739falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/reminiscences-of-captain-gronow-rees-howell-gronow--73553454https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73553454Thu, 06 Aug 2026 11:27:12 +0000Herman Melville"Reminiscences of Captain Gronow-Rees Howell Gronow" offers a captivating glimpse into the life and experiences of its titular character, Captain Gronow. Through his reflections, listeners are invited to explore the nuances of a bygone era,...21231falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/footnote-to-history-eight-years-of-trouble-in-samoa-robert-louis-stevenson--73273819https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73273819Fri, 31 Jul 2026 09:00:43 +0000Herman Melville"Footnote to History: Eight Years of Trouble in Samoa" by Robert Louis Stevenson offers a compelling exploration of the political and social upheaval in Samoa during a tumultuous eight-year period. Stevenson vividly captures the complexities of...25518falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/moby-dick-or-the-whale-herman-melville-part-3--71621518https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71621518Sun, 26 Apr 2026 09:00:17 +0000Herman MelvilleFew things, even in literature, can really be said to be unique — but Moby Dick is truly unlike anything written before or since. The novel is nominally about the obsessive hunt by the crazed Captain Ahab of the book’s eponymous white whale. But...20084action,adventure,ahab,crazed,dick,melville,moby,nominally,riffs,whalefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/moby-dick-or-the-whale-herman-melville-part-2--71621517https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71621517Sat, 25 Apr 2026 09:00:21 +0000Herman MelvilleFew things, even in literature, can really be said to be unique — but Moby Dick is truly unlike anything written before or since. The novel is nominally about the obsessive hunt by the crazed Captain Ahab of the book’s eponymous white whale. But...34883action,adventure,ahab,crazed,dick,melville,moby,nominally,riffs,whalefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/moby-dick-or-the-whale-herman-melville-part-1--71621514https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71621514Fri, 24 Apr 2026 21:59:33 +0000Herman MelvilleFew things, even in literature, can really be said to be unique — but Moby Dick is truly unlike anything written before or since. The novel is nominally about the obsessive hunt by the crazed Captain Ahab of the book’s eponymous white whale. But...33725action,adventure,ahab,crazed,dick,melville,moby,nominally,riffs,whalefalsefull