https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/van-dyck--7014755enBooksCopyright Autobiographies Genrehttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/5a1f882b28ba92261388824408adcf58.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/van-dyck--7014755Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:47:36 +0000Percy M. TurnerAutobiographies Genrespreaker41@podcastlibrary.orgA biography and critique of Van Dyck in The Masterpieces in Colour series. The Plates of the paintings are fully described and the artistic periods in his life's work are given as well as his place in history. (Summary by Susan Morin)false3f32630e-0a73-57c5-ba12-fc75036ad328episodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/alexander-hamilton-charles-a-conant--74459178https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74459178Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:06:36 +0000Percy M. Turner"Alexander Hamilton" by Charles A. Conant delves into the life and legacy of one of America's founding fathers, exploring his significant contributions to the nation's financial system and governance. This biography captures Hamilton's complex...10014falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tower-of-london-arthur-poyser--74413293https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74413293Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:05:54 +0000Percy M. Turner"Tower Of London" by Arthur Poyser invites listeners into the rich tapestry of one of England's most iconic landmarks. This audiobook explores the historical significance and enduring allure of the Tower, a place steeped in tales of intrigue, power,...18066falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/essays-of-travel-robert-louis-stevenson--74330507https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74330507Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:05:19 +0000Percy M. Turner"Essays of Travel" by Robert Louis Stevenson is a captivating collection that invites listeners to explore the joys and challenges of travel through the author's keen observations and reflections. Stevenson's eloquent prose captures the essence of...24715falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/daughter-of-the-seine-jeanette-eaton--74277151https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74277151Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:06:54 +0000Percy M. Turner"Daughter of the Seine" by Jeanette Eaton invites listeners into a captivating tale that explores the rich tapestry of life along the Seine River. This story resonates with themes of resilience, identity, and the enduring spirit of those who navigate...32701falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/little-journeys-to-the-homes-of-eminent-painters-elbert-hubbard--74158426https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74158426Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:06:46 +0000Percy M. Turner"Little Journeys to the Homes of Eminent Painters" by Elbert Hubbard invites listeners on an intimate exploration of the lives and environments of celebrated artists, offering a glimpse into their creative worlds. This collection not only celebrates...30059falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/great-captains-unveiled-b-h-liddell-hart--74104169https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74104169Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:06:14 +0000Percy M. Turner"Great Captains Unveiled" by B. H. Liddell Hart offers a compelling exploration of military leadership through the lens of history's most notable commanders. This insightful work dissects the strategies and philosophies that have shaped warfare,...25252falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/first-year-in-canterbury-settlement-samuel-butler--74051195https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74051195Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:06:22 +0000Percy M. Turner"First Year in Canterbury Settlement" by Samuel Butler offers a vivid account of the early experiences and challenges faced by settlers in New Zealand's Canterbury region. This work captures the essence of pioneering spirit and the complexities of...15734falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lives-of-the-queens-of-england-volume-1-agnes-strickland-elisabeth-strickland--73997786https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73997786Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:06:36 +0000Percy M. Turner"Lives of the Queens of England Volume 1" by Agnes Strickland and Elisabeth Strickland offers a captivating exploration of the lives and legacies of England's queens, providing a rich tapestry of historical narratives that illuminate their influence...35371falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lives-of-the-most-eminent-painters-sculptors-and-architects-vol-5-giorgio-vasari--73942607https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73942607Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:06:05 +0000Percy M. Turner"Lives of the Most Eminent Painters, Sculptors and Architects Vol 5-Giorgio Vasari" delves into the lives and works of some of the most significant figures in art history, as chronicled by the renowned artist and historian Giorgio Vasari. This volume...30980falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lives-of-the-most-eminent-painters-sculptors-and-architects-vol-2-giorgio-vasari--73882182https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73882182Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:07:03 +0000Percy M. Turner"Lives of the Most Eminent Painters, Sculptors and Architects Vol 2" by Giorgio Vasari delves into the lives and works of some of history's most influential artists, offering a rich tapestry of their contributions to the world of art. This volume...30269falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/impressions-of-ukiyo-ye-the-school-of-the-japanese-colour-print-artists-dora-amsden--73807981https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73807981Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:03:49 +0000Percy M. Turner"Impressions of Ukiyo-ye, the School of the Japanese Colour-print Artists" by Dora Amsden delves into the rich tradition of Japanese color-print artistry, exploring the techniques and cultural significance of Ukiyo-e. This audiobook offers listeners a...9701falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lives-of-the-most-eminent-painters-sculptors-and-architects-vol-1-giorgio-vasari--73770380https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73770380Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:03:44 +0000Percy M. TurnerGiorgio Vasari's "Lives of the Most Eminent Painters, Sculptors and Architects Vol 1" offers an insightful exploration of the lives and works of some of history's most celebrated artists. This seminal text not only chronicles their achievements but...31364falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/concerning-the-spiritual-in-art-wassily-kandinsky--73736368https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73736368Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:03:58 +0000Percy M. Turner"Concerning the Spiritual in Art" by Wassily Kandinsky explores the profound relationship between spirituality and artistic expression, emphasizing the importance of inner vision in the creative process. Kandinsky argues that art transcends mere...8848falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mozart-the-man-and-the-artist-as-revealed-in-his-own-words-friedrich-kerst-wolfgang-amadeus-mozart--73710328https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73710328Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:04:20 +0000Percy M. TurnerMozart The Man and the Artist as Revealed in His Own Words presents an intimate glimpse into the life and thoughts of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart through the insights of Friedrich Kerst. This work captures the essence of Mozart's genius, showcasing his...14273falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tower-of-london-arthur-poyser--73687700https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73687700Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:04:19 +0000Percy M. Turner"Tower Of London" by Arthur Poyser invites listeners to explore the rich history and enduring legacy of one of England's most iconic landmarks. This audiobook delves into the Tower's fascinating past, revealing its significance as a royal palace,...18066falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/daughter-of-the-seine-jeanette-eaton--73661933https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73661933Sat, 08 Aug 2026 11:01:33 +0000Percy M. Turner"Daughter of the Seine" by Jeanette Eaton invites listeners into a captivating exploration of life along the iconic river, blending personal journeys with the rich tapestry of culture and history. This timeless tale resonates with themes of identity,...32701falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/claimants-to-royalty-john-henry-ingram--73638543https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73638543Fri, 07 Aug 2026 21:31:28 +0000Percy M. Turner"Claimants to Royalty-John Henry Ingram" delves into the intriguing life of John Henry Ingram, exploring his connection to the world of literature and the concept of nobility. This audiobook invites listeners to reflect on the nature of ambition and...22780falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hawthorne-henry-james--73596412https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73596412Fri, 07 Aug 2026 05:05:36 +0000Percy M. Turner"Hawthorne-Henry James" explores the intricate relationship between two literary giants, Nathaniel Hawthorne and Henry James, delving into their influences on each other and the broader literary landscape. This audiobook invites listeners to reflect...22461falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lives-of-the-most-eminent-painters-sculptors-and-architects-vol-1-giorgio-vasari--73283984https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73283984Fri, 31 Jul 2026 14:22:46 +0000Percy M. Turner"Lives of the Most Eminent Painters, Sculptors and Architects Vol 1" by Giorgio Vasari offers a captivating exploration of the lives and works of some of the greatest artists of the Renaissance. This seminal text not only details their artistic...31364falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/van-dyck-percy-m-turner--71896368https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71896368Wed, 06 May 2026 19:24:48 +0000Percy M. TurnerA biography and critique of Van Dyck in The Masterpieces in Colour series. The Plates of the paintings are fully described and the artistic periods in his life's work are given as well as his place in history. (Summary by Susan Morin)4790autobiography,biography,colour,critique,dyck,masterpieces,morin,paintings,turner,vanfalsefull