https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/life-of-samuel-johnson-vol-i-version-2--7014547enBooksCopyright Autobiographies Genrehttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/b8341700128e6762b2f989a329f01346.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/life-of-samuel-johnson-vol-i-version-2--7014547Mon, 24 Aug 2026 11:08:29 +0000James BoswellAutobiographies Genrespreaker41@podcastlibrary.orgThis is the first of four volumes of a what was a new, intimate, type of biography when it was first published in 1791 and which has been annotated by numerous editors . Boswell took many notes of Johnson's conversations during the time when he knew...false3143c819-ba64-5602-9a60-2d992893720cepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/gitanjali-rabindranath-tagore--74457687https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74457687Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:06:30 +0000James BoswellGitanjali, a collection of poems by Rabindranath Tagore, explores themes of spirituality, devotion, and the human connection to the divine. Tagore's lyrical verses invite listeners to reflect on the nature of existence and the pursuit of inner peace,...6038falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/erasmus-and-the-age-of-reformation-johan-huizinga--74411192https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74411192Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:05:55 +0000James Boswell"Erasmus and the Age of Reformation" by Johan Huizinga delves into the life and influence of Erasmus, a pivotal figure during a transformative period in European history. This work explores the intellectual currents of the Reformation, highlighting...28514falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/liliecrona-s-home-selma-lagerlof--74328348https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74328348Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:05:26 +0000James BoswellLiliecrona's Home by Selma Lagerlöf invites listeners into a world where the warmth of home and the complexities of human relationships intertwine. This poignant narrative explores themes of belonging, love, and the enduring bonds that tie us to our...28091falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sir-christopher-wren-scientist-scholar-and-architect-lawrence-weaver--74275735https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74275735Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:06:47 +0000James Boswell"Sir Christopher Wren: Scientist, Scholar and Architect" by Lawrence Weaver delves into the remarkable life and contributions of one of history's most influential figures. Wren's legacy as a scientist and architect is not only foundational to the...15331falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/recollections-of-johannes-brahms-albert-hermann-dietrich-joseph-victor-widmann--74156117https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74156117Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:06:37 +0000James BoswellRecollections of Johannes Brahms by Albert Hermann Dietrich and Joseph Victor Widmann offers an intimate glimpse into the life and thoughts of one of classical music's most revered composers. This collection of memories and reflections captures the...15315falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/parallel-lives-of-the-noble-greeks-and-romans-vol-7-lucius-mestrius-plutarchus--74102836https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74102836Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:06:07 +0000James Boswell"Parallel Lives of the Noble Greeks and Romans Vol. 7-Lucius Mestrius Plutarchus" delves into the lives of remarkable figures from ancient Greece and Rome, showcasing their virtues, vices, and the timeless lessons they impart. Plutarch's insightful...32308falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/common-reader-virginia-woolf--74049300https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74049300Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:06:21 +0000James Boswell"Common Reader-Virginia Woolf" invites listeners into the profound reflections of one of literature's most celebrated figures. This collection of essays showcases Virginia Woolf's insights on the act of reading and the transformative power of...35858falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mikado-or-the-town-of-titipu-w-s-gilbert--73995756https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73995756Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:06:28 +0000James Boswell"Mikado, Or The Town Of Titipu" by W. S. Gilbert is a vibrant and satirical exploration of a fictional Japanese town, where the absurdities of governance and societal norms are laid bare through humor and wit. This enduring work captures the...5608falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lives-of-the-most-eminent-painters-sculptors-and-architects-vol-5-giorgio-vasari--73940850https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73940850Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:05:58 +0000James BoswellExplore the rich tapestry of art history in "Lives of the Most Eminent Painters, Sculptors and Architects Vol 5" by Giorgio Vasari, a seminal work that delves into the lives and contributions of some of the greatest artists of the Renaissance....30980falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/early-lives-of-dante-giovanni-boccaccio-leonardo-bruni--73880144https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73880144Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:06:41 +0000James Boswell"Early Lives of Dante-Giovanni Boccaccio, Leonardo Bruni" delves into the formative years and influences of three monumental figures in literature and philosophy. This audiobook offers a glimpse into the lives of Dante, Boccaccio, and Bruni,...13978falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lives-of-the-most-eminent-painters-sculptors-and-architects-vol-2-giorgio-vasari--73806194https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73806194Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:03:42 +0000James Boswell"Lives of the Most Eminent Painters, Sculptors and Architects Vol 2" by Giorgio Vasari continues the exploration of the lives and works of the most influential artists of the Renaissance. This volume delves into the artistic achievements and personal...30269falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/heptameron-of-the-tales-of-margaret-queen-of-navarre-volume-3-marguerite-of-navarre--73768792https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73768792Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:03:44 +0000James Boswell"Heptameron of the Tales of Margaret, Queen of Navarre, Volume 3" invites listeners into a rich tapestry of stories woven by Marguerite of Navarre, showcasing her keen insights into human nature and the complexities of love, faith, and morality. This...14287falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/diamond-sutra-and-heart-sutra-unknown--73735128https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73735128Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:03:57 +0000James BoswellThe "Diamond Sutra and Heart Sutra" offers profound insights into Buddhist philosophy, emphasizing the nature of reality and the importance of compassion and wisdom. These ancient texts serve as essential guides for those seeking spiritual...4189falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prelude-william-wordsworth--73709415https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73709415Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:03:58 +0000James Boswell"Prelude" by William Wordsworth is a profound exploration of the poet's thoughts on nature, humanity, and the creative process. This reflective work delves into the development of the human spirit and the importance of personal experience in shaping...28539falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/underground-railroad-part-2-william-still--73686503https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73686503Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:04:01 +0000James Boswell"Underground Railroad, Part 2-William Still" delves into the remarkable contributions of William Still, a key figure in the Underground Railroad network. This audiobook captures the essence of his tireless efforts to aid enslaved individuals seeking...32848falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/astrophel-and-stella-sir-philip-sidney--73660899https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73660899Sat, 08 Aug 2026 10:26:25 +0000James Boswell"Astrophel and Stella" by Sir Philip Sidney is a poignant collection of sonnets that explores the complexities of love, desire, and the pains of unrequited affection. Written in the late 16th century, this work captures the essence of romantic longing...6054falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/characters-of-theophrastus-theophrastus--73637187https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73637187Fri, 07 Aug 2026 20:47:59 +0000James Boswell"Characters Of Theophrastus" by Theophrastus offers a fascinating exploration of human nature through a series of character sketches that delve into the traits, behaviors, and quirks of various archetypes in society. This work remains relevant today...5454falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/parallel-lives-of-the-noble-greeks-and-romans-vol-2-lucius-mestrius-plutarchus--73594323https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73594323Fri, 07 Aug 2026 04:19:55 +0000James Boswell"Parallel Lives of the Noble Greeks and Romans Vol. 2" by Lucius Mestrius Plutarchus is a profound exploration of the lives of notable figures from ancient Greece and Rome, showcasing their virtues and vices. This volume continues Plutarch's...32101falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/early-hanoverians-edward-ellis-morris--73283089https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73283089Fri, 31 Jul 2026 13:42:45 +0000James Boswell"Early Hanoverians" by Edward Ellis Morris delves into the history and significance of the early Hanoverian period in British monarchy. This era, marked by the transition from the Stuart dynasty to the Hanoverians, laid the groundwork for modern...27241falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/life-of-samuel-johnson-vol-i-version-2-james-boswell-part-4--71895540https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71895540Sat, 09 May 2026 09:00:21 +0000James BoswellThis is the first of four volumes of a what was a new, intimate, type of biography when it was first published in 1791 and which has been annotated by numerous editors . Boswell took many notes of Johnson's conversations during the time when he knew...18400annotated,autobiography,barbara2,biography,boswell,conversations,glimpses,johnson,life,samuelfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/life-of-samuel-johnson-vol-i-version-2-james-boswell-part-3--71895539https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71895539Fri, 08 May 2026 09:00:21 +0000James BoswellThis is the first of four volumes of a what was a new, intimate, type of biography when it was first published in 1791 and which has been annotated by numerous editors . Boswell took many notes of Johnson's conversations during the time when he knew...34003annotated,autobiography,barbara2,biography,boswell,conversations,glimpses,johnson,life,samuelfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/life-of-samuel-johnson-vol-i-version-2-james-boswell-part-2--71895536https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71895536Thu, 07 May 2026 09:00:21 +0000James BoswellThis is the first of four volumes of a what was a new, intimate, type of biography when it was first published in 1791 and which has been annotated by numerous editors . Boswell took many notes of Johnson's conversations during the time when he knew...34317annotated,autobiography,barbara2,biography,boswell,conversations,glimpses,johnson,life,samuelfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/life-of-samuel-johnson-vol-i-version-2-james-boswell-part-1--71895527https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71895527Wed, 06 May 2026 18:27:18 +0000James BoswellThis is the first of four volumes of a what was a new, intimate, type of biography when it was first published in 1791 and which has been annotated by numerous editors . Boswell took many notes of Johnson's conversations during the time when he knew...34712annotated,autobiography,barbara2,biography,boswell,conversations,glimpses,johnson,life,samuelfalsefull