https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/women-who-make-our-novels--7014460enBooksCopyright Autobiographies Genrehttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/4fc1a8b33c18bed50870decd7e7ad8d5.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/women-who-make-our-novels--7014460Fri, 11 Sep 2026 09:25:22 +0000Grant M. OvertonAutobiographies Genrespreaker41@podcastlibrary.org”This book, the rather unpremeditated production of several months’ work, is by a man who is not a novelist and who is therefore entirely unfitted to write about women who are novelists.” The author is a literary reporter and from that perspective he...falsed76fafcb-d75c-5c87-81d1-b63bfc93d310episodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hawthorne-henry-james--74459263https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74459263Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:06:36 +0000Grant M. Overton"Hawthorne-Henry James" delves into the intricate literary relationship between two towering figures of American literature, Nathaniel Hawthorne and Henry James. This exploration reveals how their works reflect the complexities of human experience and...22461falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/astrophel-and-stella-sir-philip-sidney--74413413https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74413413Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:05:53 +0000Grant M. Overton"Astrophel and Stella" by Sir Philip Sidney is a poignant collection of sonnets that explores the complexities of love, desire, and the pain of unrequited affection. This timeless work delves into the emotional struggles of the speaker, Astrophel, as...6054falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/evolutionist-at-large-grant-allen--74330629https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74330629Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:05:31 +0000Grant M. Overton"Evolutionist at Large" by Grant Allen delves into the intriguing intersections of science and society, exploring themes of evolution and its implications on human understanding. This thought-provoking work invites listeners to reflect on the ongoing...15094falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sunny-side-version-2-a-a-milne--74277222https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74277222Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:06:38 +0000Grant M. Overton"Sunny Side (Version 2)" by A. A. Milne is a charming exploration of the joys and simplicities of life, capturing the essence of a sunny disposition in a world often clouded by complexity. This delightful work invites listeners to embrace optimism and...28556falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/character-building-booker-t-washington--74158564https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74158564Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:06:36 +0000Grant M. Overton"Character Building-Booker T. Washington" delves into the life and philosophy of Booker T. Washington, a prominent African American educator and leader. This audiobook explores Washington's emphasis on character development as a foundation for...23900falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/armand-durand-rosanna-eleanor-leprohon--74104256https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74104256Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:06:23 +0000Grant M. Overton"Armand Durand-Rosanna Eleanor Leprohon" invites listeners into a captivating narrative that explores the intricacies of identity and the human experience. This work shines a light on the struggles and triumphs of its characters, making it a timeless...27717falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/american-notes-rudyard-kipling--74051307https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74051307Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:06:22 +0000Grant M. Overton"American Notes" by Rudyard Kipling is a reflective exploration of the author's journey through the United States, capturing his observations and insights about American society and culture. This work delves into themes of identity, progress, and the...10059falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/is-the-bible-worth-reading-and-other-essays-lemuel-kelley-washburn--73998066https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73998066Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:06:25 +0000Grant M. Overton"Is the Bible Worth Reading and Other Essays" by Lemuel Kelley Washburn explores the significance of the Bible through a series of thought-provoking essays. Washburn delves into the enduring value of biblical texts, inviting readers to reflect on...21404falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/country-of-the-pointed-firs-version-2-sarah-orne-jewett--73942720https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73942720Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:06:03 +0000Grant M. Overton"Country of the Pointed Firs" by Sarah Orne Jewett invites listeners into a richly woven tapestry of life in a small coastal town in Maine. Through its vivid portrayal of the community and the intimate connections among its inhabitants, the narrative...21127falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/culture-and-anarchy-matthew-arnold--73882316https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73882316Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:06:58 +0000Grant M. Overton"Culture and Anarchy" by Matthew Arnold explores the intricate relationship between culture and society, emphasizing the importance of cultural development in fostering a harmonious community. Arnold critiques the prevailing social conditions of his...21697falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/history-of-the-united-states-vol-ii-conflict-independence-charles-austin-beard-mary-ritter-beard--73808081https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73808081Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:03:54 +0000Grant M. Overton"History of the United States, Vol. II Conflict & Independence" by Charles Austin Beard and Mary Ritter Beard delves into the pivotal events that shaped the United States during its formative years, focusing on the themes of conflict and the quest for...8220falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/man-without-a-country-and-other-tales-edward-everett-hale--73770475https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73770475Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:03:42 +0000Grant M. Overton"Man Without A Country And Other Tales" by Edward Everett Hale presents a poignant exploration of identity, belonging, and the human spirit through a collection of thought-provoking narratives. The titular story, a classic in American literature,...30839falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rhythm-of-life-and-other-essays-alice-meynell--73736457https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73736457Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:03:54 +0000Grant M. Overton"Rhythm of Life and Other Essays" by Alice Meynell is a collection of insightful reflections that delve into the complexities of existence, capturing the essence of the human experience through a lyrical lens. Meynell's essays explore themes of...7141falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ginger-snaps-fanny-fern--73710380https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73710380Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:04:16 +0000Grant M. OvertonGinger-Snaps-Fanny Fern is a captivating exploration of the complexities of women's lives, reflecting the wit and wisdom of its author, Fanny Fern. This work captures the essence of female resilience and humor, making it a timeless piece that...29395falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/essays-on-things-william-lyon-phelps--73687771https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73687771Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:04:15 +0000Grant M. Overton"Essays on Things" by William Lyon Phelps offers a collection of insightful reflections that explore the nuances of everyday life and the human experience. Phelps, a renowned essayist and critic, delves into various subjects with a keen eye and a...23309falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/letters-written-during-a-short-residence-in-sweden-norway-and-denmark-mary-wollstonecraft--73661992https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73661992Sat, 08 Aug 2026 11:04:00 +0000Grant M. Overton"Letters Written During a Short Residence in Sweden, Norway and Denmark" by Mary Wollstonecraft offers a vivid and personal account of her travels through Scandinavia, capturing her observations and reflections on the landscapes and cultures she...20865falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/contending-forces-pauline-elizabeth-hopkins--73638635https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73638635Fri, 07 Aug 2026 21:35:00 +0000Grant M. Overton"Contending Forces" by Pauline Elizabeth Hopkins is a powerful exploration of race, identity, and the struggles faced by African Americans in the early 20th century. This compelling narrative delves into the complexities of love, ambition, and...7951falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blazed-trail-stories-and-stories-of-the-wild-life-stewart-edward-white--73596518https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73596518Fri, 07 Aug 2026 05:08:30 +0000Grant M. Overton"Blazed Trail Stories and Stories Of The Wild Life" by Stewart Edward White invites listeners into a world where adventure and the great outdoors come alive through vivid storytelling. This collection captures the essence of exploration and the spirit...20105falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/essays-on-modern-novelists-william-lyon-phelps--73284045https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73284045Fri, 31 Jul 2026 14:25:20 +0000Grant M. Overton"Essays on Modern Novelists" by William Lyon Phelps offers insightful critiques and reflections on the works of contemporary authors, exploring their contributions to the literary landscape. This collection of essays delves into the intricacies of...23928falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/women-who-make-our-novels-grant-m-overton-part-2--71894292https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71894292Thu, 07 May 2026 09:00:20 +0000Grant M. Overton”This book, the rather unpremeditated production of several months’ work, is by a man who is not a novelist and who is therefore entirely unfitted to write about women who are novelists.” The author is a literary reporter and from that perspective he...2497autobiography,biography,make,novelists,novels,our,overton,unfitted,unpremeditated,womenfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/women-who-make-our-novels-grant-m-overton-part-1--71894290https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71894290Wed, 06 May 2026 18:08:23 +0000Grant M. Overton”This book, the rather unpremeditated production of several months’ work, is by a man who is not a novelist and who is therefore entirely unfitted to write about women who are novelists.” The author is a literary reporter and from that perspective he...34758autobiography,biography,make,novelists,novels,our,overton,unfitted,unpremeditated,womenfalsefull