https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shadows--7018513enBooksCopyright Children's Fiction Genrehttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/23b2c314d6a10559b06507b57bbbb5e8.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/shadows--7018513Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:59:15 +0000George MacDonaldChildren's Fiction Genrespreaker42@podcastlibrary.org"Old Ralph Rinkelmann made his living by comic sketches, and all but lost it again by tragic poems. So he was just the man to be chosen king of the fairies..." George MacDonald (December 10, 1824 – September 18, 1905) was a Scottish author, poet, and...false0f9046f1-c1f1-550d-b09d-21212f2d487depisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/alice-s-adventures-in-wonderland-version-3-lewis-carroll--74461796https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74461796Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:06:34 +0000George MacDonaldAlice's Adventures in Wonderland, penned by Lewis Carroll, invites listeners into a whimsical world where the curious young Alice encounters a series of fantastical characters and absurd situations. This timeless tale explores themes of curiosity,...9760falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/birdie-and-his-fairy-friends-margaret-t-canby--74416884https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74416884Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:06:08 +0000George MacDonald"Birdie and His Fairy Friends" by Margaret T. Canby invites listeners into a whimsical world where magic and friendship flourish. This enchanting tale captures the essence of childhood wonder and the importance of companionship, making it a timeless...13804falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/six-stories-george-macdonald--74334092https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74334092Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:05:40 +0000George MacDonaldSix Stories by George MacDonald invites listeners into a world where imagination and morality intertwine, showcasing the author's profound understanding of human nature and spirituality. This collection of tales captivates with its timeless themes of...17349falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/poems-and-some-satires-of-andrew-marvell-andrew-marvell--74280471https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74280471Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:06:50 +0000George MacDonald"Poems and Some Satires of Andrew Marvell" showcases the profound and often witty verse of one of the 17th century's most celebrated poets. Marvell's work blends lyrical beauty with sharp social commentary, making it a timeless exploration of human...27333falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/three-hundred-aesop-s-fables-aesop--74161837https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74161837Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:07:13 +0000George MacDonald"Three Hundred Aesop's Fables" is a timeless collection of moral tales attributed to the ancient storyteller Aesop, each offering profound insights into human behavior and ethical dilemmas. These fables, featuring animals as characters, convey lessons...21265falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/five-jars-m-r-james--74106310https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74106310Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:06:36 +0000George MacDonald"Five Jars" by M. R. James invites listeners into a world where the ordinary intertwines with the extraordinary, exploring themes of curiosity and the unknown. This haunting tale captures the essence of human fascination with the supernatural and the...7873falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/magic-wand-tudor-jenks--74054516https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74054516Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:06:51 +0000George MacDonaldMagic Wand by Tudor Jenks invites listeners into a world where the extraordinary intertwines with the everyday, showcasing the power of imagination and the allure of magic. This enchanting tale serves as a reminder of the wonders that can be found in...2910falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/poems-from-the-divan-of-hafiz-hafez--74001390https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74001390Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:06:30 +0000George MacDonald"Poems from the Divan of Hafiz-Hafez" invites listeners into the enchanting world of Persian poetry, showcasing the profound beauty and wisdom found in Hafiz's verses. This collection captures the essence of love, spirituality, and the human...5276falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hans-christian-andersen-fairytales-and-short-stories-volume-2-1844-to-1847-hans-christian-andersen--73945396https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73945396Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:06:10 +0000George MacDonaldDive into "Hans Christian Andersen Fairytales and Short Stories Volume 2, 1844 to 1847," a collection that showcases the timeless charm and wisdom of one of the most beloved storytellers in literary history. This volume invites listeners to explore...22621falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lost-princess-george-macdonald--73885564https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73885564Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:07:12 +0000George MacDonald"Lost Princess" by George MacDonald invites listeners into a timeless tale of adventure and discovery. This enchanting story explores themes of hope, courage, and the quest for truth, resonating deeply with those who seek meaning in their own...12783falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/oresteia-aeschylus--73810765https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73810765Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:03:58 +0000George MacDonald"Oresteia" by Aeschylus is a profound exploration of justice, vengeance, and the evolution of societal order through the lens of ancient Greek tragedy. This seminal work follows the harrowing consequences of a cycle of retribution within a family,...15576falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/birdie-and-his-fairy-friends-margaret-t-canby--73773326https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73773326Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:03:52 +0000George MacDonald"Birdie and His Fairy Friends" by Margaret T. Canby invites listeners into a whimsical world where the enchanting lives of fairies intertwine with the adventures of a curious bird named Birdie. This timeless tale captures the essence of friendship,...13804falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/elder-eddas-of-saemund-sigfusson-and-the-younger-eddas-of-snorre-sturleson-saemund-sigfusson-snorri-sturleson--73738744https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73738744Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:04:15 +0000George MacDonaldThe "Elder Eddas of Saemund Sigfusson" and the "Younger Eddas of Snorre Sturleson" are foundational texts of Norse mythology and poetic tradition, offering profound insights into the beliefs, values, and stories of the Viking Age. These ancient works...33296falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/princess-and-curdie-version-2-george-macdonald--73712179https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73712179Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:04:27 +0000George MacDonald"Princess and Curdie" by George MacDonald is a captivating tale that delves into the adventures of a young miner named Curdie and his encounters with the mysterious Princess. This enchanting story weaves themes of courage, friendship, and the battle...21726falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/into-the-valley-of-death-crimea-balaklava-the-light-brigade-russell-tennyson-and-kipling-various--73689971https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73689971Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:04:31 +0000George MacDonald"Into The Valley Of Death Crimea, Balaklava, The Light Brigade Russell, Tennyson And Kipling-Various" explores the historical events and literary reflections surrounding the infamous Charge of the Light Brigade during the Crimean War. This collection...3104falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/stories-from-the-ballads-told-to-the-children-mary-esther-miller-macgregor--73663797https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73663797Sat, 08 Aug 2026 12:06:51 +0000George MacDonald"Stories from the Ballads, Told to the Children" by Mary Esther Miller MacGregor invites listeners into a world steeped in rich folklore and timeless tales. This collection captures the essence of traditional ballads, weaving them into narratives that...7242falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/are-the-children-at-home-margaret-elizabeth-sangster--73640738https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73640738Fri, 07 Aug 2026 22:43:18 +0000George MacDonald"Are The Children at Home" by Margaret Elizabeth Sangster invites listeners to reflect on the enduring themes of family, responsibility, and the nurturing of children. This poignant work emphasizes the importance of home and the role of parents in...3091falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hans-christian-andersen-fairytales-and-short-stories-volume-2-1844-to-1847-hans-christian-andersen--73599586https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73599586Fri, 07 Aug 2026 06:22:46 +0000George MacDonald"Hans Christian Andersen Fairytales and Short Stories Volume 2, 1844 to 1847" showcases a collection of enchanting tales that capture the imagination and spirit of the time. Andersen's storytelling weaves together themes of love, sacrifice, and the...22621falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/princess-and-the-goblin-version-2-george-macdonald--73285958https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73285958Fri, 31 Jul 2026 15:38:47 +0000George MacDonald"Princess and the Goblin (version 2)" by George MacDonald invites listeners into a captivating world where adventure and imagination intertwine. This timeless tale explores themes of bravery, friendship, and the power of belief, making it a poignant...18687falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/shadows-george-macdonald--71916914https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71916914Fri, 08 May 2026 02:36:40 +0000George MacDonald"Old Ralph Rinkelmann made his living by comic sketches, and all but lost it again by tragic poems. So he was just the man to be chosen king of the fairies..." 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