https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/episodes-before-thirty--7009690enBooksCopyright Biographies Genrehttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/17ce444d894eda4eace8182e281609cd.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/episodes-before-thirty--7009690Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:51:33 +0000Algernon BlackwoodBiographies Genrespreaker40@podcastlibrary.orgBlackwood wrote this autobiography in his fifties, describing his first thirty years as an almost penniless British adventurer in Canada and New York, trying his hand at all sorts of investments, getting swindled again and again, sleeping on park...false7b512353-1d8d-5a8b-abe1-56405cf9647cepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/side-lights-of-nature-in-quill-and-crayon-tickner-edwardes--74453883https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74453883Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:06:14 +0000Algernon Blackwood"Side-lights of Nature in Quill and Crayon" by Tickner Edwardes offers a vivid exploration of the natural world through the lens of art and observation. This work captures the beauty and intricacies of nature, inviting listeners to appreciate the...14299falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/exiles-james-joyce--74404834https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74404834Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:05:33 +0000Algernon Blackwood"Exiles" by James Joyce is a profound exploration of themes like identity, betrayal, and the complexities of human relationships. This powerful work delves into the emotional turmoil of its characters, capturing the essence of their struggles with...10040falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prelude-william-wordsworth--74322782https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74322782Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:05:10 +0000Algernon Blackwood"Prelude" by William Wordsworth is a profound exploration of the poet's inner life and his reflections on the nature of poetry and the human experience. This seminal work delves into themes of personal growth, the power of imagination, and the...28539falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/wayside-and-woodland-trees-pocket-guide-to-the-british-sylva-edward-step--74217074https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74217074Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:06:30 +0000Algernon Blackwood"Wayside and Woodland Trees Pocket Guide to the British Sylva" by Edward Step is an essential resource for anyone interested in the diverse tree species found throughout Britain. This guide offers detailed insights into the various types of trees that...16246falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/call-of-the-wild-version-3-jack-london--74150356https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74150356Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:06:16 +0000Algernon Blackwood"Call of the Wild" by Jack London is a timeless tale that explores the struggle for survival and the primal instincts that awaken within a domesticated dog named Buck as he is thrust into the harsh wilderness of the Yukon during the Gold Rush. This...12260falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/characters-of-theophrastus-theophrastus--74099739https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74099739Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:05:54 +0000Algernon Blackwood"Characters Of Theophrastus" by Theophrastus presents a unique exploration of human nature through a series of character sketches that reveal the quirks and idiosyncrasies of various personalities. This insightful work delves into the complexities of...5454falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/three-years-in-europe-william-wells-brown--74044720https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74044720Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:05:58 +0000Algernon Blackwood"Three Years In Europe" by William Wells Brown offers a unique perspective on the experiences of an African American in Europe during the 19th century. Through his travels, Brown reflects on themes of freedom, identity, and the contrasts between...27453falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/alice-s-adventures-underground-lewis-carroll--73990017https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73990017Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:05:50 +0000Algernon BlackwoodAlice's Adventures Underground by Lewis Carroll invites listeners into a whimsical world where curiosity knows no bounds. This enchanting tale follows a young girl named Alice as she navigates a fantastical landscape filled with peculiar characters...4855falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/history-and-records-of-the-elephant-club-q-k-philander-doesticks-knight-russ-ockside--73936093https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73936093Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:05:24 +0000Algernon Blackwood"History and Records of the Elephant Club-Q. K. Philander Doesticks, Knight Russ Ockside" captures the whimsical and satirical essence of a fictional social club, offering a unique glimpse into the camaraderie and eccentricities of its members. This...22534falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/running-water-a-e-w-mason--73874834https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73874834Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:06:14 +0000Algernon Blackwood"Running Water" by A. E. W. Mason is a compelling exploration of human nature and the complexities of relationships set against a backdrop of mystery and intrigue. This timeless narrative delves into themes of love, trust, and the search for truth,...31073falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/station-life-in-new-zealand-mary-anne-barker--73801300https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73801300Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:03:15 +0000Algernon Blackwood"Station Life in New Zealand" by Mary Anne Barker offers a vivid portrayal of life on a remote New Zealand station, capturing the challenges and triumphs of rural living. Through her keen observations and engaging narrative, Barker immerses listeners...21699falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/france-at-war-on-the-frontier-of-civilization-rudyard-kipling--73764394https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73764394Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:03:27 +0000Algernon Blackwood"France At War On the Frontier of Civilization" by Rudyard Kipling delves into the complexities of conflict and the human experience during wartime. With a keen eye for detail and a profound understanding of the societal impacts of war, Kipling...6142falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/florence-nightingale-the-angel-of-the-crimea-laura-e-howe-richards--73731352https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73731352Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:03:42 +0000Algernon Blackwood"Florence Nightingale the Angel of the Crimea" by Laura E. Howe Richards offers a compelling portrayal of the life and contributions of Florence Nightingale during the Crimean War. This biography highlights Nightingale's dedication to nursing and her...12220falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/gracchi-marius-and-sulla-a-h-beesly--73706681https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73706681Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:03:59 +0000Algernon Blackwood"Gracchi, Marius and Sulla" by A. H. Beesly delves into the lives and legacies of key figures in Roman history, exploring the political and social upheavals of their time. This audiobook offers a compelling examination of the struggles for power and...25565falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/by-way-of-the-wilderness-mrs-c-m-livingston-pansy--73683376https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73683376Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:03:44 +0000Algernon Blackwood"By Way of the Wilderness" by Mrs. C. M. Livingston, known as Pansy, invites listeners on a profound journey through life's challenges and spiritual growth. This timeless narrative explores themes of faith, perseverance, and the transformative power...35280falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/my-mark-twain-william-dean-howells--73657922https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73657922Sat, 08 Aug 2026 09:03:43 +0000Algernon Blackwood"My Mark Twain-William Dean Howells" captures the profound friendship and literary partnership between two iconic American authors. This work delves into their mutual respect and the influence they had on each other's writing, showcasing the vibrant...13323falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/journal-of-john-woolman-john-woolman--73632650https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73632650Fri, 07 Aug 2026 18:58:20 +0000Algernon BlackwoodThe "Journal of John Woolman" offers a profound glimpse into the life and thoughts of John Woolman, an influential Quaker writer and abolitionist. Through his reflections, Woolman explores themes of spirituality, social justice, and the moral...23735falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/uncle-wiggily-in-wonderland-howard-r-garis--73588666https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73588666Fri, 07 Aug 2026 02:13:57 +0000Algernon BlackwoodUncle Wiggily in Wonderland by Howard R. Garis invites listeners into a whimsical journey that captivates the imagination. This charming tale features the beloved character Uncle Wiggily, who explores a fantastical world filled with adventure and...11543falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sherman-s-recollections-of-california-1846-1848-1855-1857-from-his-memoirs-william-tecumseh-sherman--73280766https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73280766Fri, 31 Jul 2026 11:50:38 +0000Algernon BlackwoodSherman’s Recollections of California, 1846-1848, 1855-1857, from his Memoirs by William Tecumseh Sherman offers a personal glimpse into a transformative period in American history through the eyes of a prominent military leader. This work captures...14834falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episodes-before-thirty-algernon-blackwood-part-2--71860551https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71860551Tue, 05 May 2026 09:00:29 +0000Algernon BlackwoodBlackwood wrote this autobiography in his fifties, describing his first thirty years as an almost penniless British adventurer in Canada and New York, trying his hand at all sorts of investments, getting swindled again and again, sleeping on park...8126aberrant,autobiography,benches,biography,blackwood,episodes,swindled,tammany,tenement,thirtyfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episodes-before-thirty-algernon-blackwood-part-1--71860550https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71860550Mon, 04 May 2026 17:00:54 +0000Algernon BlackwoodBlackwood wrote this autobiography in his fifties, describing his first thirty years as an almost penniless British adventurer in Canada and New York, trying his hand at all sorts of investments, getting swindled again and again, sleeping on park...35199aberrant,autobiography,benches,biography,blackwood,episodes,swindled,tammany,tenement,thirtyfalsefull