https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/benito-cereno--6987984enBooksCopyright Action&Adventure Fiction Genrehttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/e358abb59b5cf7ac19d52bc8436bf69f.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/benito-cereno--6987984Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:52:42 +0000Herman MelvilleAction&Adventure Fiction Genrespreaker36@podcastlibrary.orgOn an island off the coast of Chile, Captain Amaso Delano, sailing an American sealer, sees the San Dominick, a Spanish slave ship, in obvious distress. Capt. Delano boards the San Dominick, providing needed supplies, and tries to learn from her aloof...falsecf506fa7-152a-59bb-9cdd-fbab62a85e0eepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/astounding-stories-20-august-1931-harry-bates-ralph-milne-farley-captain-s-p-meek-r-f-starzl-harl-vincent--74440888https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74440888Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:05:21 +0000Herman MelvilleAstounding Stories 20, published in August 1931, features a collection of imaginative tales by notable authors such as Harry Bates, Ralph Milne Farley, Captain S. P. Meek, R. F. Starzl, and Harl Vincent. This anthology showcases the creativity and...23775falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/in-old-narragansett-alice-morse-earle--74384372https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74384372Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:04:42 +0000Herman Melville"In Old Narragansett" by Alice Morse Earle invites listeners to explore the rich history and culture of Narragansett, a region steeped in tradition and charm. Earle's vivid descriptions and insightful observations transport us to a time when the area...13790falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/japanese-boy-shigemi-shiukichi--74306816https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74306816Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:04:09 +0000Herman Melville"Japanese Boy-Shigemi Shiukichi" offers a poignant exploration of identity and cultural heritage through the lens of a young boy's experiences. This story invites listeners to reflect on the complexities of growing up in a world shaped by diverse...13247falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/atala-francois-rene-de-chateaubriand--74198547https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74198547Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:05:16 +0000Herman MelvilleAtala by François-René de Chateaubriand is a poignant exploration of love, faith, and the clash between civilization and nature. Set against the backdrop of the American wilderness, the narrative delves into the struggles of its characters as they...11744falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/harper-s-young-people-vol-01-issue-40-august-3-1880-various--74132049https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74132049Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:05:09 +0000Herman Melville"Harper's Young People, Vol. 01, Issue 40, August 3, 1880-Various" offers a glimpse into the vibrant world of youth literature from the late 19th century, showcasing a collection of stories and illustrations that engage and entertain young minds. This...6996falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/women-beware-women-thomas-middleton--74086169https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74086169Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:04:42 +0000Herman MelvilleThomas Middleton's "Women Beware Women" delves into the complexities of desire, betrayal, and the power dynamics between men and women in a society rife with moral ambiguity. This provocative play explores themes of manipulation and the consequences...10834falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/asinaria-or-the-ass-dealer-titus-maccius-plautus--74029784https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74029784Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:04:44 +0000Herman Melville"Asinaria; or, The Ass-Dealer" by Titus Maccius Plautus is a comedic exploration of themes such as deception, desire, and the complexities of human relationships. Set in a vibrant ancient world, this play reveals the humorous intricacies of life,...6198falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/in-ship-and-prison-a-story-of-five-years-in-the-continental-navy-with-captain-samuel-tucker-william-p-chipman--73975827https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73975827Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:05:14 +0000Herman Melville"In Ship and Prison" recounts the harrowing experiences of William P. Chipman during his five years in the Continental Navy under Captain Samuel Tucker. This gripping narrative captures the resilience and fortitude required to navigate the challenges...19778falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/caesar-and-cleopatra-george-bernard-shaw--73918861https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73918861Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:04:19 +0000Herman Melville"Caesar and Cleopatra" by George Bernard Shaw explores the complex relationship between the Roman leader Julius Caesar and the young Egyptian queen Cleopatra, highlighting themes of power, identity, and cultural clash. This timeless play delves into...15173falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/end-of-the-tether-joseph-conrad--73859352https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73859352Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:04:32 +0000Herman Melville"End Of The Tether" by Joseph Conrad explores the profound themes of despair, isolation, and the search for meaning in a world that often feels indifferent. The narrative delves into the human condition, illustrating the struggle against the...18993falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-practical-view-of-the-prevailing-religious-system-of-professed-christians-william-wilberforce--73794897https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73794897Fri, 14 Aug 2026 09:02:10 +0000Herman MelvilleWilliam Wilberforce's "A Practical View of the Prevailing Religious System of Professed Christians" offers a critical examination of the faith practices among Christians of his time, challenging the authenticity and moral implications of their...32708falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ecclesiastes--73763299https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73763299Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:01:57 +0000Herman MelvilleEcclesiastes is a profound exploration of the meaning of life, reflecting on the futility of human endeavors and the inevitability of death. Its timeless wisdom invites listeners to ponder the nature of existence, the pursuit of happiness, and the...2453falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/six-characters-in-search-of-an-author-luigi-pirandello--73734553https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73734553Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:02:06 +0000Herman Melville"Six Characters in Search of an Author" by Luigi Pirandello is a groundbreaking play that delves into the complexities of identity, creativity, and the nature of reality. The narrative unfolds as six characters, abandoned by their author, confront a...7741falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/one-act-play-collection-013-various--73711942https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73711942Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:02:16 +0000Herman MelvilleOne-Act Play Collection 013-Various features a diverse range of one-act plays that showcase the art of concise storytelling and dramatic expression. This collection invites listeners to experience the power of theatre in a compact format, highlighting...23754falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/whittington-and-his-cat-e-l-blanchard--73693067https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73693067Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:02:05 +0000Herman Melville"Whittington and his Cat" by E. L. Blanchard invites listeners into a whimsical world where the bond between a boy and his feline friend takes center stage. This enchanting tale explores themes of friendship, loyalty, and the magic that animals bring...4213falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/amphibians-and-reptiles-in-captivity-robert-n-bader-donald-j-coxwell-thomas-r-johnson--73670938https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73670938Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:02:22 +0000Herman Melville"Amphibians and Reptiles in Captivity" by Robert N. Bader, Donald J. Coxwell, and Thomas R. Johnson delves into the intricate world of keeping amphibians and reptiles as pets, offering valuable insights and practical guidance for enthusiasts and...3295falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/clotel-or-the-president-s-daughter-william-wells-brown--73648967https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73648967Sat, 08 Aug 2026 09:02:24 +0000Herman Melville"Clotel, or, The President's Daughter" by William Wells Brown is a powerful narrative that explores the complexities of race, identity, and the legacy of slavery in America. As the first novel published by an African American, it tells the story of...19877falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/stone-chest-g-a-henty--73619233https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73619233Fri, 07 Aug 2026 14:22:10 +0000Herman Melville"Stone Chest" by G. A. Henty invites listeners into a gripping tale of adventure and resilience. This story captures the essence of human determination in the face of adversity, showcasing themes of bravery and moral courage that resonate through...5580falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/life-is-a-dream-fitzgerald-translation-pedro-calderon-de-la-barca--73584436https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73584436Fri, 07 Aug 2026 00:05:56 +0000Herman Melville"Life is a Dream," translated by FitzGerald, is a profound exploration of reality and illusion, centering on the life of Prince Segismundo, who is imprisoned by his father due to a prophecy that foretells he will bring disaster to the kingdom. This...7645falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/five-years-of-my-life-1894-1899-alfred-dreyfus--73551462https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73551462Thu, 06 Aug 2026 10:47:29 +0000Herman Melville"Five Years of My Life 1894-1899" by Alfred Dreyfus offers a powerful firsthand account of one of the most notorious political scandals in history. Dreyfus, a Jewish French army officer, was wrongfully convicted of treason, exposing the deep-seated...22469falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/benito-cereno-herman-melville--73273080https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73273080Fri, 31 Jul 2026 09:00:30 +0000Herman MelvilleBenito Cereno by Herman Melville delves into themes of power, deception, and the complexities of human nature aboard a slave ship. The narrative unfolds through the perspective of Captain Amasa Delano, who encounters the enigmatic Benito Cereno, a...13639falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/benito-cereno-herman-melville--71621534https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71621534Fri, 24 Apr 2026 22:01:05 +0000Herman MelvilleOn an island off the coast of Chile, Captain Amaso Delano, sailing an American sealer, sees the San Dominick, a Spanish slave ship, in obvious distress. Capt. Delano boards the San Dominick, providing needed supplies, and tries to learn from her aloof...14006action,adventure,amaso,benito,cereno,delano,dominick,melville,sealer,slavefalsefull