https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/child-s-book-of-american-biography--7014715enBooksCopyright Autobiographies Genrehttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/144618d753021ed95a89c15d76644835.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/child-s-book-of-american-biography--7014715Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:52:29 +0000Mary Stoyell StimpsonAutobiographies Genrespreaker41@podcastlibrary.orgIn every country there have been certain men and women whose busy lives have made the world better or wiser. The names of such are heard so often that every child should know a few facts about them. It is hoped the very short stories told here may...false27a0efad-f3fe-5e2e-a985-772f9e9c55deepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/auguste-comte-and-positivism-john-stuart-mill--74456465https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74456465Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:06:27 +0000Mary Stoyell Stimpson"Auguste Comte and Positivism-John Stuart Mill" delves into the philosophical foundations laid by Auguste Comte, the father of positivism, and explores the critical responses from John Stuart Mill, a pivotal figure in liberal thought. This examination...20837falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/harper-s-young-people-vol-01-issue-28-may-11-1880-various--74409233https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74409233Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:05:47 +0000Mary Stoyell Stimpson"Harper's Young People, Vol. 01, Issue 28, May 11, 1880" is a captivating collection that offers a glimpse into the lives and experiences of young Americans during a transformative period in history. This volume features a variety of engaging articles...6890falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/floyd-s-flowers-or-duty-and-beauty-for-colored-children-one-hundred-short-stories-silas-x-floyd--74326543https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74326543Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:05:03 +0000Mary Stoyell StimpsonFloyd's Flowers, or Duty and Beauty for Colored Children: One Hundred Short Stories by Silas X. Floyd is a poignant collection that explores the themes of duty and beauty through the lens of the experiences of colored children. Each story encapsulates...24414falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/meditations-of-the-emperor-marcus-aurelius-antoninus-marcus-aurelius--74274107https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74274107Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:06:18 +0000Mary Stoyell StimpsonMeditations of the Emperor Marcus Aurelius Antoninus is a profound exploration of Stoic philosophy, reflecting the thoughts and reflections of one of history's most revered leaders. This timeless work delves into themes of resilience, virtue, and the...17268falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mary-queen-of-scots-jacob-abbott--74154416https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74154416Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:06:46 +0000Mary Stoyell Stimpson"Mary Queen of Scots" by Jacob Abbott delves into the life of one of history's most intriguing figures, exploring her tumultuous reign, personal struggles, and the political intrigue that surrounded her. This biography captures the essence of Mary’s...18409falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/american-men-of-mind-burton-egbert-stevenson--74101731https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74101731Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:06:02 +0000Mary Stoyell Stimpson"American Men of Mind" by Burton Egbert Stevenson is a compelling exploration of influential American thinkers who have shaped the landscape of ideas and culture in the United States. This work delves into the lives and contributions of these...32375falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/life-of-jesse-harding-pomeroy-e-luscomb-haskell--74047769https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74047769Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:06:13 +0000Mary Stoyell Stimpson"Life of Jesse Harding Pomeroy" by E. Luscomb Haskell explores the complex and tragic story of one of America's youngest convicted murderers, Jesse Harding Pomeroy. This biography delves into Pomeroy's life, showcasing the darker aspects of human...7975falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sherman-s-recollections-of-california-1846-1848-1855-1857-from-his-memoirs-william-tecumseh-sherman--73993851https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73993851Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:06:03 +0000Mary Stoyell Stimpson"Sherman’s Recollections of California, 1846-1848, 1855-1857, from his Memoirs" offers a vivid glimpse into the experiences of William Tecumseh Sherman during a transformative period in American history. Through his personal reflections, Sherman...14834falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/oscar-wilde-art-and-morality-stuart-mason--73939369https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73939369Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:05:45 +0000Mary Stoyell StimpsonOscar Wilde's "Art and Morality," as presented by Stuart Mason, delves into the intricate relationship between artistic expression and ethical considerations. This insightful exploration challenges listeners to reflect on how art influences morality...6432falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/father-marquette-reuben-gold-thwaites--73878261https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73878261Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:06:35 +0000Mary Stoyell Stimpson"Father Marquette" by Reuben Gold Thwaites delves into the life and legacy of the renowned Jesuit missionary, exploring his significant contributions to the exploration of North America and his deep commitment to faith. This biography captures the...16384falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/story-of-young-abraham-lincoln-wayne-whipple--73804611https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73804611Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:03:36 +0000Mary Stoyell Stimpson"Story of Young Abraham Lincoln" by Wayne Whipple explores the formative years of one of America's most revered figures. This engaging narrative captures the early life of Abraham Lincoln, highlighting the challenges and triumphs that shaped him into...17956falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/youth-leo-tolstoy--73767411https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73767411Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:03:40 +0000Mary Stoyell Stimpson"Youth-Leo Tolstoy" offers a glimpse into the formative years of one of literature's greatest minds, exploring the experiences that shaped Tolstoy's worldview and literary genius. This audiobook captures the essence of youth, showcasing the struggles,...22878falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ghosts-of-piccadilly-g-s-street--73733782https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73733782Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:03:41 +0000Mary Stoyell Stimpson"Ghosts of Piccadilly" by G. S. Street invites listeners into a haunting exploration of the spectral stories that linger in the heart of London. This evocative work captures the essence of the city's rich history and the echoes of its past...20886falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-universe-is-governed-by-law--73708538https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73708538Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:03:51 +0000Mary Stoyell Stimpson"The Universe is Governed by Law" explores the profound principles that dictate the workings of the universe, emphasizing the importance of understanding these laws in our daily lives. This audiobook invites listeners to reflect on the inherent order...1930falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ingersoll-on-shakespeare-from-the-works-of-robert-g-ingersoll-volume-3-lecture-1-robert-g-ingersoll--73685487https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73685487Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:04:05 +0000Mary Stoyell StimpsonIngersoll on SHAKESPEARE presents a compelling exploration of the works of the legendary playwright through the lens of Robert G. Ingersoll, a prominent orator and advocate for free thought in the 19th century. This lecture delves into the enduring...5933falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/little-journeys-to-the-homes-of-great-scientists-elbert-hubbard--73659899https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73659899Sat, 08 Aug 2026 09:53:30 +0000Mary Stoyell Stimpson"Little Journeys to the Homes of Great Scientists" by Elbert Hubbard invites listeners to explore the lives and environments of some of history's most influential scientific minds. Through vivid storytelling, Hubbard paints portraits of these great...34744falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/great-captains-unveiled-b-h-liddell-hart--73635939https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73635939Fri, 07 Aug 2026 20:12:48 +0000Mary Stoyell Stimpson"Great Captains Unveiled" by B. H. Liddell Hart delves into the lives and strategies of some of history's most influential military leaders, offering insights into their successes and failures. This compelling examination reveals the principles of...25252falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/parallel-lives-of-the-noble-greeks-and-romans-vol-2-lucius-mestrius-plutarchus--73592808https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73592808Fri, 07 Aug 2026 03:38:44 +0000Mary Stoyell Stimpson"Parallel Lives of the Noble Greeks and Romans Vol. 2" by Lucius Mestrius Plutarchus is a profound exploration of the lives and virtues of notable figures from ancient Greece and Rome. This volume continues Plutarch's influential work, drawing...32101falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/alexander-hamilton-charles-a-conant--73282247https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73282247Fri, 31 Jul 2026 13:07:31 +0000Mary Stoyell Stimpson"Alexander Hamilton" by Charles A. Conant delves into the life and legacy of one of America's founding fathers, highlighting his pivotal role in shaping the nation’s financial system and government. This biography captures Hamilton's ambition,...10014falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/child-s-book-of-american-biography-mary-stoyell-stimpson--71896152https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71896152Wed, 06 May 2026 19:14:16 +0000Mary Stoyell StimpsonIn every country there have been certain men and women whose busy lives have made the world better or wiser. The names of such are heard so often that every child should know a few facts about them. It is hoped the very short stories told here may...16958american,autobiography,biography,busy,child,eager,every,hoped,stimpson,wiserfalsefull