https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-edward-bulwer-lytton-library--6990180enFictionPublic domainhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/3d492404bdef4fb232b94a06bfba1cff.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-edward-bulwer-lytton-library--6990180Fri, 25 Sep 2026 18:45:03 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonGood Old Classicsfeeds@spreaker.comEnter, if you will, the solemn and enchanted chambers of The Edward Bulwer-Lytton Library, where romance and ruin, mystery and magnificence, move once more in living procession before the mind. Here are revived, in their full original form, the...falsea2be5d73-073e-5ef9-8007-374b19206f0aserialhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-preface--71642539https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642539Sat, 25 Apr 2026 22:39:40 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which the narrative unfolds through a series of thoughtfully arranged segments, inviting the reader into the world of the Caxtons with a gentle, measured pace. The chapters, spanning various parts, lay the groundwork for an intimate exploration of...221false11fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-1-chapter-1--71642530https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642530Sun, 26 Apr 2026 18:30:05 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which a new birth unfolds amid the studied calm of scholarly contemplation, revealing the gentle complexities of man’s entrance into the world and the varying sentiments it stirs in those present. The moment is tenderly observed, blending the...517false12fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-1-chapter-2--71642531https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642531Mon, 27 Apr 2026 18:30:05 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which Mr. Caxton, with a mixture of candour and quiet affection, recounts the curious circumstances that led to his marriage, revealing it to be an act of solemn duty rather than romantic fancy, and the tender care he wishes for his newborn child....534false13fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-1-chapter-3--71642538https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642538Tue, 28 Apr 2026 18:30:04 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which the curious character of Mr. Augustine Caxton is gently revealed through the affectionate and candid eyes of his family, shedding light on the delicate balance between his scholarly eccentricities and domestic life. The episode tenderly...843false14fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-1-chapter-4--71642540https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642540Wed, 29 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which the gentle philosophy of childhood education is tenderly explored through the wise and whimsical teachings of a scholarly father who favours nature and maternal love as his son flourishes under their combined care. A small misadventure with a...1246false15fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-1-chapters-5-and-6--71642536https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642536Thu, 30 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which the tender sensibilities of childhood give way to a thoughtful melancholy, as young Pisistratus wrestles with the stirring of his intellect and affections beneath the watchful eyes of his parents and their learned friends. It is resolved that...914false16fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-2-chapter-1--71642535https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642535Fri, 01 May 2026 18:30:05 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which a young lad, newly arrived at the celebrated Philhellenic Institute under the guidance of the enigmatic Dr. Herman, embarks upon a rigorous education infused with scholarly zeal and the curious quirks of his headmaster’s reformist zealotry....833false17fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-2-chapter-2--71642537https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642537Sat, 02 May 2026 18:30:02 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which the amiable and ever-hopeful Uncle Jack enters the Caxton household, sharing his venturesome spirit and philanthropic schemes that are ever more imaginative than profitable, marked by his engaging talk and lively observations. His buoyant...1245false18fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-2-chapter-3--71642532https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642532Sun, 03 May 2026 18:30:04 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which the genteel Caxton household, nestled in a solid Queen Anne red-brick residence adorned with a balustrade and flourishing gardens, is lovingly described with a tender eye for detail and domestic tranquillity. Amidst this serene backdrop, an...1262false19fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-2-chapter-4--71642534https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642534Mon, 04 May 2026 18:30:04 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which a convivial dinner brings to light the anxieties of the county gentry concerning their fading influence and the vital need for a loyal newspaper to champion their cause. Uncle Jack, ever the astute and enterprising advocate, seizes the moment...677false110fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-2-chapter-5--71642543https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642543Tue, 05 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which the young Pisistratus Caxton experiences that peculiar and sudden blossoming of youth, marked by new airs, apparel, and ambitious reveries upon leaving school and stepping towards the venerable halls of Trinity; and in this tender interval,...784false111fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-3-chapter-1--71642544https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642544Wed, 06 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which the narrator returns home to a tender reunion, discovering unexpectedly the existence of an estranged uncle and entering a new stage in life marked by grown-up responsibilities and familial confidences. Amidst this domestic scene, a lively...659false112fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-3-chapter-2--71642533https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642533Thu, 07 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which a company of gentlemen engage in a learned discourse on the nature and origins of honour, tracing its evolution from the courage of savages to the principles underpinning law, religion, and civilisation. The captain passionately defends the...560false113fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-3-chapter-3--71642541https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642541Fri, 08 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which a mother recounts to her inquisitive son the intertwined histories of their family, revealing the ancient lineage, old quarrels, and tender secrets that shape their lives beneath the summer moon’s gentle glow. The boy, left to his own...867false114fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-3-chapter-4--71642545https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642545Sat, 09 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which the narrator returns to his ancestral home and encounters his uncle Roland, whose gallant politeness to a maidservant reveals a peculiar yet sincere philosophy on family honour and the transmission of noble qualities through the paternal...872false115fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-3-chapters-5-and-6--71642542https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642542Sun, 10 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which two very dissimilar brothers, one a serene scholar and the other a fiery soldier, embark on a lengthy walk to explore an ancient Roman camp, their contrasting characters illuminated by the pastoral landscape and their mutual affection. Later,...833false116fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-3-chapters-7-and-8--71642555https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642555Mon, 11 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which the tale of a soldier’s painful conflict between paternal love and rigid honour unfolds, revealing a father’s harrowing struggle with his son’s dark descent into crime, set against the somber backdrop of war and justice. And in the quiet...1076false117fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-4-chapters-1-and-2--71642550https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642550Tue, 12 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which the narrator’s early morning reflections lead to a fortuitous meeting with his enigmatic Uncle Roland, whose sudden departure stirs both melancholy and a promise of future acquaintance amid ancestral reminiscences. Meanwhile, the household...1095false118fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-4-chapters-3-and-4--71642547https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642547Wed, 13 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which the Caxton family, stirred by encouragement and a sense of duty, prepare for a journey to London that promises intellectual adventure and practical challenges alike. The youthful Pisistratus encounters unfamiliar faces and manners on his...1626false119fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-4-chapters-5-and-6--71642546https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642546Thu, 14 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which the young Pisistratus, newly arrived in a bustling town, encounters a cynical youth who challenges his optimistic views on life and success, and together they pause by a graveyard where a cheerful Savoyard boy with his hurdy-gurdy imparts a...814false120fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-5-chapter-1--71642558https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642558Fri, 15 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which a young gentleman journeys through the English countryside to visit the estate of a notable member of Parliament, encountering contrasting accounts of nobility and kindness as he is introduced to the household and its complex characters....2770false121fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-5-chapters-2-and-3--71642574https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642574Sat, 16 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which the Caxton family settles into their London home, where the learned father reflects with reverent awe on the silent company of books that enshrine the thoughts of past ages, whilst lively domestic discourse reveals varied temperaments and...708false122fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-5-chapter-4--71642554https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642554Sun, 17 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which the young narrator, newly acquainted with the vast and bustling metropolis of London, observes with a mingling of pity and admiration the daily toils and secret sorrows of his uncle, the Captain, whose solitary wanderings intertwine with the...874false123fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-6-chapters-1-and-2--71642548https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642548Mon, 18 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which a congenial London evening gathers an assembly of spirited gentlemen who contemplate the elusive nature of happiness, conviction, and the trials of advancing age amidst gentle banter and reflective discourse. Their dialogue, rich with wit and...1142false124fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-6-chapters-3-and-4--71642549https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642549Tue, 19 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which a domestic gathering turns into a spirited debate over a curious remedy known as the "saffron bag," illustrating the gentle clash between reason and sentiment amidst literary allusions and genteel discourse. Meanwhile, under the calm...706false125fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-6-chapter-5--71642557https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642557Wed, 20 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which a visit from Lady Ellinor brings a renewed vigour to Captain Caxton and illuminates the subtle contrasts between her accomplished charm and the gentle simplicity of the narrator’s mother, setting the scene with delicate social observations...515false126fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-6-chapter-6-and-7--71642556https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642556Thu, 21 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which young Pisistratus Caxton, emboldened by the kind offer of a distinguished statesman, petitions his father to accept a secretarial post that promises a practical education surpassing the confines of college. In his new sphere among the...867false127fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-6-chapter-8--71642569https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642569Fri, 22 May 2026 18:30:02 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which the family gathers to discuss the humble but earnest efforts of Mr. Caxton to publish his labour of love, while the ever-ambitious Uncle Jack unveils his grand plan to launch a daily newspaper devoted entirely to the advancement of...532false128fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-7-chapter-1--71642551https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642551Sat, 23 May 2026 18:30:02 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which the quiet scholarly world of Austin Caxton is stirred by the ambitious entreaties of his cousin Jack, whose restless energy contrasts with Caxton's learned leisure and leads to fresh literary designs and social encounters. Meanwhile, the...1179false129fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-7-chapter-2--71642571https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642571Sun, 24 May 2026 18:30:02 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which a young man seeks counsel from the worldly Sir Sedley Beaudesert regarding the burdensome yet pleasurable labours imposed by Trevanion and finds his heart cautiously scrutinised under the guise of friendly advice. Meanwhile, at home, the...764false130fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-7-chapters-3-and-4--71642553https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642553Mon, 25 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which a domestic evening, disturbed by an unwelcome and mysterious insect, becomes a meditation on discomfort and hidden anxieties, mingling the trivial and the profound in a manner both humorous and thoughtful. The quiet family scene slowly...599false131fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-7-chapter-5--71642559https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642559Tue, 26 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which a studious young man returns to his rural home imbued with academic distinction and acquaints himself with the genteel family who inhabit the ancient castle ruins nearby, sparking a connection that hints at both affinity and aspiration....720false132fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-7-chapter-6--71642583https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642583Wed, 27 May 2026 18:30:02 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which the narrator’s father reflects with gentle melancholy on the complexities and confusions of youthful love, particularly as it concerns the elusive affections of Lady Ellinor, whose many facets inspire both admiration and misunderstanding. The...507false133fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-7-chapter-7--71642552https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642552Thu, 28 May 2026 18:30:02 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which the world’s language—that subtle and elusive anaglyph—is explored through the eyes of young men navigating society’s surface, where ambition and connection intertwine in an intricate dance. Amidst thoughtful reflection and quiet yearning, the...820false134fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-7-chapters-8-and-9--71642560https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642560Fri, 29 May 2026 18:30:04 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which a father's tender confession reveals the haunting aftermath of love's passionate folly and the solace found in unexpected companionship, while imparting a solemn wisdom on the folly of dwelling too much in solitary dreams. Amidst reflections...408false135fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-8-chapter-1--71642564https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642564Sat, 30 May 2026 18:30:02 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which a spectral child, radiant and beseeching, interrupts the tranquillity of a London household with urgent news of a dear relative’s grave illness, drawing the family into a night of anxious care and vigilant hope. The narrative gently explores...553false136fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-8-chapter-2--71642570https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642570Sun, 31 May 2026 18:30:02 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which Pisistratus Caxton, stirred by the poignant affection he bears for his uncle and the youthful ideals that still animate him, unexpectedly encounters a proud and enigmatic young stranger destitute upon the London streets. Their brief exchange...797false137fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-8-chapter-3--71642565https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642565Mon, 01 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which a young man of keen intellect yet tempestuous character is entrusted with the delicate task of revising a learned manuscript in a foreign tongue, revealing an intriguing blend of talent, passion, and cynicism beneath a rugged exterior. The...816false138fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-8-chapter-4--71642579https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642579Tue, 02 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which the narrator reflects upon the distractions of his youthful passion and the steady influence of home, even as his friend Vivian struggles to rise above a turbulent past and uncertain future. The delicate tensions of society and secret...2030false139fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-9-chapter-1--71642562https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642562Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which we are gently ushered into a quiet London household where the elder generation quietly pursues their steady routines, seemingly untouched by the tumults of youth and the world beyond. The narrative dwells softly on the tender yet restless...459false140fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-9-chapter-2--71642582https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642582Thu, 04 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which Pisistratus Caxton confronts the weighty troubles of the heart with a candour and courage that unites father and uncle in a rare family council; the old, calm wisdom of the Caxton lineage meets the storms of youthful passion amidst the sober...544false141fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-9-chapters-3-and-4--71642603https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642603Fri, 05 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which a candid and weighty conversation unfolds between Trevanion and the young Pisistratus, revealing the complex interplay of ambition, honour, and the delicate politics of affection and family. Thereafter, the domestic circle gathers, seeking...866false142fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-9-chapter-5--71642561https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642561Sat, 06 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which the narrator's father expounds with characteristic earnestness upon the curative virtues of selected reading, prescribing a regimen of literature tailored to the maladies of the human mind and heart, from the rigours of science to the grand...740false143fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-9-chapter-6--71642563https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642563Sun, 07 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which a morning discourse introduces the invigorating effect of a biography on weary spirits, evoking admiration for a life devoted to spiritual purpose and heroic endurance amidst affliction. The narrator and his uncle, stirred by lessons of...562false144fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-9-chapter-7--71642581https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642581Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which the young narrator, having left the enticing but taxing world of London, contemplates a return to scholarly repose and resolves upon a country retreat to prepare for Cambridge, all whilst pondering the uncertain fortunes of his enigmatic...725false145fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-10-chapters-1-and-2--71642567https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642567Tue, 09 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which the narrator contemplates the troubled origins and complex character of the enigmatic Francis Vivian, whose engagement with disconcerting French novels offers a glimpse into his conflicted soul and hints at a past shrouded in mystery and...1211false146fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-10-chapter-3--71642595https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642595Wed, 10 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which the Caxton family navigates the sombre aftermath of a private loss and prepares for a journey to Roland’s ancestral home in the rugged wilds of Cumberland, where the old tower stands as a venerable witness to bygone days. Amidst the rugged...1412false147fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-10-chapter-4--71642589https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642589Thu, 11 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which the narrative unfolds amidst the rural hospitality and reflective companionship of Captain Roland, whose stoic grief for his son is tempered by a fervent reverence for ancestral honour and lineage. Through leisurely walks and reverent...658false148fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-10-chapter-5--71642593https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642593Fri, 12 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which the gentle struggles of scholarly pursuits and youthful distractions are delicately portrayed amid the rustic charm of a country house, revealing the tender bonds and quiet anxieties that knit the Caxton family together. The narrative...564false149fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-10-chapter-6--71642601https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642601Sat, 13 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which the earnest yet somewhat disenchanted student reflects upon the rigours and character of Cambridge life, contrasting youthful ardour with the lure of practical affairs, while observing the rise and fall of a curious financial journal. Amid...517false150fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-11-chapter-1--71642568https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642568Sun, 14 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which a silent traveller returns home to find his family enshrouded in distress caused by the imprudent ventures of a certain adventurous relative, bringing unintended entanglements and financial uncertainty upon their peaceful lives. The...1331false151fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-11-chapters-2-and-3--71642573https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642573Mon, 15 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which the worthy Mr. Squills, with the grave air of a physician versed in both body and business, diagnoses my father’s agitated state and insists upon taking charge of the London affairs to spare him from an ill-timed journey. Meanwhile, our...605false152fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-11-chapters-4-and-5--71642578https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642578Tue, 16 Jun 2026 18:30:04 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which Pisistratus Caxton wrestles with the sombre realities overshadowing his scholarly father’s fortunes and finds some solace in the steadfast affection between his parents, while setting out on a solemn journey to seek counsel amidst the...2049false153fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-11-chapters-6-and-7--71642575https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642575Wed, 17 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which the Caxton family navigates the financial and emotional aftermath of a failed enterprise with a mixture of practical resolution and affectionate dispute, highlighting the interplay of loyalty and legacy within their circle. The arrival of...1596false154fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-12-chapter-1--71642577https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642577Thu, 18 Jun 2026 18:30:04 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which the Caxton family settles into their new abode, where scholarly pursuits and quaint observations of nature gently intertwine, as Mr. Caxton endeavours to safeguard the local carp from untimely culinary fate by appealing to their noble...687false155fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-12-chapter-2--71642572https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642572Fri, 19 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which we observe the ever-irrepressible Uncle Jack as he takes his leave from the household, embodying the airy and irregular nature of a scalene triangle, much to the philosophical amusement and tender concern of his brother, Mr. Caxton. The...557false156fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-12-chapter-3--71642594https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642594Sat, 20 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which the gentle presence of Blanche brings a quiet harmony to the domestic life at the Caxtons, her tender sympathy and innocent fears intertwining with the old ruinous surroundings that inspire youthful fancy and solemn reflection. Together with...720false157fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-12-chapters-4-and-5--71642609https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642609Sun, 21 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which the Caxton family settles into their ancestral home with a mixture of prudent calculation and tender hope, as my mother endeavours to maintain a genteel and hospitable household amidst altered fortunes. The discourse on finances reveals the...786false158fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-12-chapters-6-and-7--71642584https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642584Mon, 22 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which a young Pisistratus Caxton reveals the restless ambition and physical vigour chafing against the stifling confines of academic and professional life in the Old World, seeking counsel on how to escape the sedentary intellect for more tangible...1895false159fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-13-chapters-1-and-2--71642597https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642597Tue, 23 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which a young gentleman seeks to persuade his family of the virtue and necessity of his adventurous emigration, invoking philosophy, natural history, and filial affection to soften their resistance. The tender deliberations between father and son...659false160fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-13-chapters-3-and-4--71642580https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642580Wed, 24 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which the tender confidences between mother and son reveal the stirring ambitions that bind their hopes, setting the stage for a noble enterprise borne of love and duty. The narrative then gently unfolds the preparations for emigration, introducing...1369false161fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-13-chapter-5--71642566https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642566Thu, 25 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which a careful orchestration of comforts and occupations is arranged to ease the family into separation, uniting incomes and reviving social pleasures while inspiring the completion of a cherished literary work. Meanwhile, the distant world’s...516false162fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-13-chapter-6--71642596https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642596Fri, 26 Jun 2026 18:30:06 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which two young souls find quiet solace amidst the shadows of a churchyard, sharing a tender moment touched by the mysterious melancholy of early spring evenings that softly stir the heart to reflection and unspoken yearnings. They speak of crystal...497false163fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-14-chapters-1-and-2--71642576https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642576Sat, 27 Jun 2026 18:30:06 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which the narrator reflects upon the nature of Fortune, aligning with Dante’s celestial and benevolent interpretation rather than the common belief in a blind, capricious power, and recounts his departure to London under the guidance of his prudent...1032false164fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-14-chapter-3--71642602https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642602Sun, 28 Jun 2026 18:30:04 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which the narrator visits Lady Ellinor during a season of mourning and reflection, uncovering her complex mixture of ambition, pride, and maternal concern as she speaks candidly of her husband’s political struggles and her hopes for her daughter’s...1042false165fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-14-chapter-4--71642592https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642592Mon, 29 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which the narrator reflects with a complex blend of admiration and pity upon Lady Ellinor’s character and motives, while contemplating the tangled emotions stirred by his affection for Fanny and the shadows cast by family secrets. The steadfast...504false166fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-14-chapter-5--71642607https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642607Tue, 30 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which a young gentleman encounters the newly minted Marquis of Castleton, Sir Sedley Beaudesert, whose light-hearted reflections on the burdens of nobility reveal the peculiar trials attendant on wealth and rank. Their discourse, rich with...1047false167fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-14-chapter-6--71642606https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642606Wed, 01 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which the narrator chances upon the once-distinguished Mr. Peacock now donning the livery of the Trevanions, and a curious conversation ensues, revealing secrets, disguised identities, and tender attachments beneath the veneer of servitude. Amidst...758false168fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-14-chapters-7-and-8--71642588https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642588Thu, 02 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which a figure of steadfast resolution seeks solace and strength within the sacred pages of a borrowed Bible, embodying the iron courage of old soldierly fortitude amid personal anguish. Meanwhile, a restless spirit, beset by perplexing suspicions...750false169fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-15-chapter-1--71642599https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642599Fri, 03 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which the pursuit of a mysterious carriage leads to a tense and shadowed inn, where secrets unravel amid desperate confrontation and solemn curses; the intertwined fates of a proud father, his tormented son, and a beleaguered lady unveil the...2156false170fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-15-chapter-2--71642590https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642590Sat, 04 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which the anxious arrival at a quaint inn reveals a fainting fit and the tender ministrations of friends, while a thoughtful marquis recounts the turbulent pursuit and apprehension of unscrupulous villains. Amidst moments of quiet reflection by the...1279false171fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-15-chapters-3-and-4--71642598https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642598Sun, 05 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which the morning brings a sober resolve to shield a troubled family name from the prying tongues of society, whilst gentle wisdom and quiet charity guide the remedial measures that hope to mend a wayward son’s fortunes and a father’s peace. Amidst...1151false172fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-16-chapters-1-and-2--71642612https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642612Mon, 06 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which an unexpected note summons the narrator to a secluded field where a young man named Vivian contemplates the fate of a forsaken fledgling bird, drawing a tender and philosophical comparison to his own life’s ostracism. A subsequent meeting...529false173fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-16-chapter-3--71642585https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642585Tue, 07 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which we trace the poignant tale of Roland, a wounded English soldier, whose impulsive marriage to a Spanish widow's daughter entwines him with a fraught domestic life shadowed by cultural divides and uneasy alliances. Amidst hopes for a serene...937false174fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-16-chapter-4--71642586https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642586Wed, 08 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which the restless youth of the Captain’s son is entrusted to a French preceptor whose eloquence and scepticism mould the boy’s mind but fail to nurture his heart or moral compass, setting him on a path of restless indulgence and precocious skill...627false175fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-16-chapter-5--71642587https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642587Thu, 09 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which a father’s stern pride and a son’s restless spirit lead to a painful estrangement, as the youth abandons his home in pursuit of freedom and fortune amid the city’s shadowy corners. Meanwhile, the father’s relentless search and mounting...626false176fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-16-chapter-6--71642591https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642591Fri, 10 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which the estranged son, embittered yet ambitious, conceives a plan to sever ties while securing a modest allowance from his proud father, aiming to preserve the family name untouched by his own rebellion. A solemn and poignant meeting ensues,...592false177fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-16-chapter-7--71642613https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642613Sat, 11 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which the fortunes and ambitions of young Vivian unfold amidst complex deceptions and secret confidences, leading him into the intimate sphere of the Trevanion household, governed by the gracious and discerning Lady Ellinor. Here, passion,...947false178fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-16-chapters-8-and-9--71642611https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642611Sun, 12 Jul 2026 18:30:04 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which the shadowed hearts of wayward youth and wearied fathers move through varied scenes of solitude, confession, and tentative hope, as affection and a tender sense of honour offer faint yet steadfast anchors amid the wreckage of past errors. The...678false179fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-16-chapters-10-and-11--71642610https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642610Mon, 13 Jul 2026 18:30:05 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which a father undertakes the delicate task of guiding his wayward son towards home, honour, and self-improvement through patient counsel and a poignant pilgrimage to ancestral ruins, revealing the profound bonds that tie ambition to affection. And...1541false180fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-17-chapter-1--71642616https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642616Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which the lively interval of a stage performance transports us to the expansive and rugged Australian Bush, where three brothers, Pisistratus, Guy, and Vivian, manage pastoral and cattle stations with hopes, hardships, and a longing connection to...1967false181fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-17-chapters-2-and-3--71642614https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642614Wed, 15 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which two friends, riding beneath the enchanting Australian night, reflect upon the vast promise and rugged beginnings of a new society, while one confesses a yearning to redeem his family name through military distinction rather than colonial...1107false182fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-17-chapter-4--71642617https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642617Thu, 16 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which the progress and trials of an Australian colonial venture unfold with careful financial stewardship and the hopeful expansion of pastoral enterprises, whilst political fortunes in England take a somber, reflective turn. Amidst these changes,...743false183fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-17-chapters-5-and-6--71642605https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642605Fri, 17 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which a chapter of domestic transformation unfolds upon the death of a Tory patriarch, whose son returns from Australia with a blooming sister and a new bride, ushering in new hopes and a parting of old comrades. Meanwhile, in the distant colony, a...676false184fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-18-chapters-1-and-2--71642600https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642600Sat, 18 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which the narrator bids a wistful farewell to the rugged vitality of the Australian bush, reflecting upon the contrasting fortunes of colonists and the peculiar qualities required for success in that remote land. Returning to London, he encounters...855false185fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-18-chapters-3-and-4--71642604https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642604Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which a long-awaited return stirs a mixture of anticipation and tender apprehension as the narrator steals quietly through ancestral ruins to behold the gentle figure of his cousin, whose presence rekindles cherished memories beneath the fading...701false186fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-18-chapter-5--71642618https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642618Mon, 20 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which the narrator awakens from dreams of distant adventures to find himself enveloped in the serene domesticities of home, where family ties and the quiet pursuits of literature and land improvement occupy his days. Amidst visits from old friends...886false187fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-18-chapters-6-and-7--71642615https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642615Tue, 21 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which the narrator is warmly welcomed at Compton, where he observes the refined social graces and intricate relationships of the great house, paying particular attention to the admirable balance of affection and duty within Lady Castleton’s sphere....1250false188fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-caxtons-part-18-chapter-8--71642608https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71642608Wed, 22 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which the quiet domestic joys of reclaimed lands and tender affections gently entwine with the reflections of elder minds upon the inexorable necessities of war, and the delicate threads of family life are woven amid thoughtful discourse and...1766false189fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/paul-clifford-chapter-i--72974478https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72974478Thu, 23 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which on a tempestuous London night, a lowly man named Dummie seeks a book to comfort a dying woman whose mind flits between delirium and a tender devotion to her child, revealing a glimpse of human frailty amid squalor. The solemn scene closes...1097false21fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/paul-clifford-chapter-ii--72974474https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72974474Fri, 24 Jul 2026 18:30:04 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which we are introduced to a spirited and cunning boy named Paul, nurtured with a mixture of rough affection and stern admonition by Mrs. Lobkins, the matron of a modest but lively public house. Amidst the hum of local characters and the rustic...1662false22fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/paul-clifford-chapter-iii--72974477https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72974477Sat, 25 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which young Paul embarks upon his scholarly pursuits under the somewhat begrudging tutelage of the learned Mr. MacGrawler, while being captivated and inspired by the worldly and witty Mr. Augustus Tomlinson, whose refined air and literary ambitions...1280false23fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/paul-clifford-chapter-iv--72974491https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72974491Sun, 26 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which the young and fashion-conscious Paul, ensnared by the costly demands and rivalries of high society about Thames Court, finds himself deeply indebted and estranged from those who once nurtured him. Amidst domestic strife and uneasy...2123false24fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/paul-clifford-chapter-v--72974479https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72974479Mon, 27 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which Paul Clifford, with the earnestness of youth, aspires to the art of literary criticism under the guidance of the seasoned yet self-doubting Mr. MacGrawler, who imparts the delicate stratagems of “tickling,” “slashing,” and “plastering”...1057false25fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/paul-clifford-chapter-vi--72974499https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72974499Tue, 28 Jul 2026 18:30:04 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which the industrious yet ill-treated Paul embarks upon a new literary career under a cryptic pseudonym, only to suffer betrayal by his patron and take reluctant counsel from an old acquaintance of questionable repute. His visit to the theatre...1845false26fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/paul-clifford-chapter-vii--72974484https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72974484Wed, 29 Jul 2026 18:30:04 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which young Paul finds himself confined amidst a motley group of prisoners and encounters an old comrade, while the harsh realities of justice and the intricate foibles of human character are displayed in the court of Justice Burnflat. The...1426false27fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/paul-clifford-chapter-viii--72974510https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72974510Thu, 30 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which Paul Clifford endures the harsh and humiliating initiation into Bridewell House of Correction, where new inmates are subjected to rough treatment, yet finds unexpected camaraderie in the form of Augustus Tomlinson, a fellow prisoner with whom...892false28fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/paul-clifford-chapter-ix-part-1--72974475https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72974475Fri, 31 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which a certain Augustus Tomlinson, evolved from a frivolous man of pleasure into a self-styled philosopher and moderate Whig, recounts the various vicissitudes and stratagems of his colourful career—from scheming his way into London high society...1915false29fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/paul-clifford-chapter-ix-part-2--72974472https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72974472Sat, 01 Aug 2026 18:30:04 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which a disillusioned gentleman narrates his descent from hopeful prosperity to fraudulent partnership and imprisonment, revealing a profound meditation on morality and human nature coloured by ill fortune and sharp philosophy. Together with a...812false210fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/paul-clifford-chapter-x--72974473https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72974473Sun, 02 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which two companions, having escaped their perils, contemplate the paradoxical nature of crime and virtue as they join a convivial assembly of rogues at the Jolly Angler, where wit and camaraderie flourish amidst tales of their exploits. The scene...1878false211fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/paul-clifford-chapter-xi-part-1--72974494https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72974494Mon, 03 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which we are introduced to the tranquil yet venerable Warlock Manorhouse and its inhabitants, highlighting the gentle disposition of the squire Joseph Brandon and the tender beauty of his daughter Lucy, whose innocence and charm enliven the rural...1603false212fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/paul-clifford-chapter-xi-part-2--72974480https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72974480Tue, 04 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which a benevolent stranger foils a highway robbery attempted upon a good doctor, sparking an evening of genteel conversation, music, and mutual admiration amid the cosy domesticity of a rural residence. The night air carries whispered confidences...1668false213fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/paul-clifford-chapter-xii--72974504https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72974504Wed, 05 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which a band of highwaymen, led by the suave and gallant Captain Lovett, prepare and execute a daring roadside robbery beneath a luminescent moon, blending audacity with a peculiar politeness. Their encounter with a noble traveller, marked by wit...1330false214fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/paul-clifford-chapter-xiii--72974486https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72974486Thu, 06 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which the quietude of rural Warlock Manor-house is stirred by the rumour of highwaymen and the unexpected fortune bequeathed to young Lucy Brandon, awakening newfound attentions and ambitions among the county's gentry. Amidst these changes, the...2141false215fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/paul-clifford-chapter-xiv--72974489https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72974489Fri, 07 Aug 2026 18:30:05 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which an early morning visit brings stirring news of political resignations and promotions, revealing the intricate dance of ambition and influence among nobility and lawyers. Amidst these sombre counsels, the noble Lord Mauleverer becomes...982false216fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/paul-clifford-chapter-xv-part-1--72974476https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72974476Sat, 08 Aug 2026 18:30:07 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which the fresh and unspoiled charms of young Lucy Brandon swiftly capture the admiration and attention of Bath's high society, while her uncle Brandon, a man of intellect and ailing health, contemplates the burdens of ambition and the approaching...1427false217fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/paul-clifford-chapter-xv-part-2--72974511https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72974511Sun, 09 Aug 2026 18:30:07 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which a trio of strangers, adorned in a curious blend of splendour and carelessness, make their entrance into the lively social world of Bath, attracting the attention and scrutiny of its seasoned habitués. Among the performances of wit and social...1460false218fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/paul-clifford-chapter-xvi--72974507https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72974507Mon, 10 Aug 2026 18:30:04 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which a convivial assembly of gentlemanly rogues reconvenes to celebrate their recent exploits, elect their fearless leader anew, and deliberate upon their future designs with an air of mischievous gaiety and solemn camaraderie. Amongst songs,...2222false219fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/paul-clifford-chapter-xvii--72974496https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72974496Tue, 11 Aug 2026 18:30:04 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which the astute barrister William Brandon unfolds to his brother a scheme of advantageous marriage involving their young niece Lucy, hoping to elevate the family’s standing through judicious alliances and worldly prudence. Amidst tender domestic...709false220fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/paul-clifford-chapter-xviii-part-1--72974485https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72974485Wed, 12 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which Captain Clifford swiftly gains admiration and favour in the lively city of Bath, his sincere devotion to Lucy Brandon gradually winning the affection of her kindly uncle and softening her initially distant manner. Amidst convivial excursions...1807false221fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/paul-clifford-chapter-xviii-part-2--72974481https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72974481Thu, 13 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which the tender and impassioned dialogue between Clifford and Lucy unfolds amidst a backdrop of social gaiety and mounting jealousy, revealing complexities of character and affection gently swelling beneath the surface of polite society. The...1351false222fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/paul-clifford-chapter-xix--72974490https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72974490Fri, 14 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which the character of Captain Clifford is delicately unfolded, revealing a man of complexity and charm whose rough exterior belies a generous and refined spirit, captivating the heart of young Lucy Brandon amidst the disapproval of her family....1473false223fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/paul-clifford-chapter-xx--72974487https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72974487Sat, 15 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which the lively society of Bath is set abuzz by the upcoming fête of Lord Mauleverer, amid whispered intrigues and the delicate dance of favour and exclusion, while Captain Clifford and his companions wrestle with their slender finances and...1202false224fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/paul-clifford-chapter-xxi--72974493https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72974493Sun, 16 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which a grand winter fête at Lord Mauleverer's estate unfurls amidst whispered rivalries and shifting loyalties, revealing the complexities that haunt the interactions of its guests. Amidst the gaiety and ostentation, a secret note leads to a...2189false225fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/paul-clifford-chapter-xxii--72974502https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72974502Mon, 17 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which Clifford, moved by an unexpected encounter and the intricate movements of his comrades, pursues a clandestine meeting before fate intertwines his path with that of Lucy and her father amidst the shadows of a perilous night. The tender...1606false226fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/paul-clifford-chapter-xxiii--72974482https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72974482Tue, 18 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which the kindly but resolute Squire Brandon comes to a heartfelt understanding with his daughter Lucy regarding her affection for the enigmatic Captain Clifford, whose mysterious past and sombre self-reproach cast a shadow over their tender...1726false227fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/paul-clifford-chapter-xxiv--72974483https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72974483Wed, 19 Aug 2026 18:30:04 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which the narrative returns to Sir William Brandon, newly installed as a judge, whose health and ambitions intertwine with a secretive search for a vanished youth; and as the shadows of family legacy deepen, he confronts the sudden illness and...1005false228fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/paul-clifford-chapter-xxv--72974498https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72974498Thu, 20 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which the sombre reflections of Sir William Brandon reveal the bitter wisdom gleaned from experience, as he counsels his niece Lucy on the harsh truths of ambition, love, and the fickle nature of public honour, amidst the tender aftermath of...2134false229fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/paul-clifford-chapter-xxvi-and-chapter-xxvii--72974497https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72974497Fri, 21 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which three highwaymen, enlivened by their recent exploit and discoursing on the pleasures of their nocturnal pursuits, make their way to a cleverly concealed forest cave, their secret refuge fashioned with rude but adequate comforts for both men...863false230fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/paul-clifford-chapter-xxviii--72974509https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72974509Sat, 22 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which the uneasy camaraderie of a band of robbers is vividly portrayed through their boisterous repartee, shared spoils, and a song that mingles philosophy with roguery, while a traitorous cook secretly arranges their capture. And then the scene...2029false231fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/paul-clifford-chapter-xxix--72974503https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72974503Sun, 23 Aug 2026 18:30:04 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which the gentle and unsullied Lucy, tenderly recalling a past affection, encounters the ardent and somewhat theatrical suit of Lord Mauleverer, whose attentions she receives with a mixture of grace and firm resolve. The scene unfolds with soft...1067false232fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/paul-clifford-chapter-xxx--72974500https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72974500Mon, 24 Aug 2026 18:30:02 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which the restless heart of a tormented gentleman returns once more to the presence of his steadfast beloved, whose pure and noble spirit shines undimmed by past shadows or present trials. Their quiet yet fervent discourse reveals the delicate...781false233fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/paul-clifford-chapter-xxxi--72974514https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72974514Tue, 25 Aug 2026 18:30:02 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which the gallant Captain Lovett, disguised as a farmer, orchestrates a daring rescue of his imprisoned comrades, showing both his skill and deep sense of loyalty amid the perilous streets and countryside. As fate tempers fortune, a grim encounter...1647false234fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/paul-clifford-chapter-xxxii-part-1--72974508https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72974508Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which the tender Lucy struggles beneath the weight of declining health and shattered hopes, her affections complicated by suspicions and the harsh judgments of those around her; and meanwhile, Sir William Brandon and Lord Mauleverer engage in a...1693false235fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/paul-clifford-chapter-xxxii-part-2--72974492https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72974492Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Edward Bulwer-LyttonIn which the reader is introduced to the passionate and tumultuous correspondence between Brandon and his lover Julia, revealing a man torn between fierce ambition, profound love, and the bitter pride of a fallen family. 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