https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/orlando-furioso--6992965enBooksCopyright Ancient Genrehttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/e0bd8b94a554f36ad5114e2ba77666ef.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/orlando-furioso--6992965Fri, 11 Sep 2026 09:26:16 +0000Ludovico AriostoAncient Genrespreaker37@podcastlibrary.orgCharlemagne's nephew Orlando (AKA Roland) is driven insane by the infidelity of his beloved Angelica. Angelica's relationship with him and others loosely unifies multiple story lines to produce a rich tapestry of romance, fictionalized history, and...false55ce1d8e-9a1d-5bd7-8b36-a5fb3871e2adepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/anna-karenina-book-5-leo-tolstoy--74446151https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74446151Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:05:42 +0000Ludovico Ariosto"Anna Karenina, Book 5" by Leo Tolstoy delves into the complexities of love, family, and societal expectations. As Anna grapples with her tumultuous relationships and the constraints of her environment, listeners are invited to reflect on the timeless...23783falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/great-gatsby-f-scott-fitzgerald--74392589https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74392589Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:05:08 +0000Ludovico Ariosto"Great Gatsby" by F. Scott Fitzgerald is a timeless exploration of the American Dream, set against the backdrop of the Roaring Twenties. The novel delves into themes of wealth, love, and the pursuit of happiness, showcasing the allure and...20285falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beowulf-hall-translation-unknown--74312292https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74312292Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:04:36 +0000Ludovico AriostoBeowulf, translated by Hall, is an epic poem that chronicles the heroic deeds of its titular character as he battles formidable foes, including the monstrous Grendel and a fearsome dragon. This timeless tale explores themes of bravery, loyalty, and...12197falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/this-is-the-end-stella-benson--74205835https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74205835Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:05:36 +0000Ludovico Ariosto"This Is the End" by Stella Benson is a thought-provoking exploration of existential themes that resonate deeply in today's world. The narrative delves into the complexities of human experience, reflecting on the inevitability of endings and the...19306falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/anna-karenina-book-4-leo-tolstoy--74139555https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74139555Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:05:37 +0000Ludovico Ariosto"Anna Karenina, Book 4" by Leo Tolstoy delves into the complexities of love, fidelity, and societal expectations, exploring the profound struggles of its characters as they navigate the intricacies of their relationships. This segment of the classic...13162falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/normans-in-european-history-charles-homer-haskins--74092151https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74092151Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:04:57 +0000Ludovico Ariosto"Normans in European History" by Charles Homer Haskins delves into the significant impact of the Normans on the development of European society and culture. This exploration reveals how the Normans, through their conquests and governance, shaped...25540falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/third-rubaiyat-miscellany-omar-khayyam--74035885https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74035885Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:05:05 +0000Ludovico Ariosto"Third Rubaiyat Miscellany-Omar Khayyám" presents a captivating collection of verses from the renowned Persian poet, Omar Khayyám. 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