https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/prayers-and-meditations--7031545enBooksCopyright Greek and Latin Classics Genrehttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/acaf842258a398f235273dade9bdc217.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/prayers-and-meditations--7031545Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:08:00 +0000Samuel JohnsonGreek and Latin Classics Genrespreaker45@podcastlibrary.orgThe prayers and meditations of Samuel Johnson, published posthumously by George Strahan to whom Johnson had entrusted the manuscripts. Johnson had been writing these down for over forty years. They often show him at his most repentant, melancholy and...false5ca89820-e6fd-582a-bdbc-2c62e222a166episodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/noughts-and-crosses-stories-studies-and-sketches-sir-arthur-thomas-quiller-couch--74471835https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74471835Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:07:07 +0000Samuel Johnson"Noughts and Crosses Stories, Studies and Sketches" by Sir Arthur Thomas Quiller-Couch offers a rich tapestry of narratives that explore the intricate dynamics of society and the human experience. This collection delves into the contrasts and...17789falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/united-kingdom-house-of-lords-speeches-collection-various--74425616https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74425616Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:06:41 +0000Samuel JohnsonThe "United Kingdom House of Lords Speeches Collection-Various" presents a rich tapestry of speeches delivered in the esteemed House of Lords, showcasing the eloquence and depth of thought that characterize this vital institution. These speeches...7289falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/shadow-line-joseph-conrad--74345715https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74345715Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:05:55 +0000Samuel Johnson"Shadow-Line" by Joseph Conrad delves into the profound journey of self-discovery and the trials of leadership amid the uncertainties of life at sea. This gripping narrative explores themes of transformation and the struggle between youthful idealism...13976falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mark-twain-in-the-new-york-times-part-three-1890-1899-the-new-york-times-mark-twain--74290013https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74290013Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:07:38 +0000Samuel Johnson"Mark Twain in the New York Times, Part Three (1890-1899)" presents a fascinating collection of Twain's writings as they appeared in one of America's most influential newspapers. This volume captures the wit, humor, and keen observations of society...14599falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/selected-works-letters-sketches-and-stories-voltairine-de-cleyre--74173631https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74173631Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:07:28 +0000Samuel Johnson"Selected Works Letters, Sketches and Stories" by Voltairine de Cleyre showcases the profound thoughts and creative expressions of a pivotal figure in anarchist philosophy and feminist thought. This collection presents a rich tapestry of de Cleyre's...7465falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prayers-and-meditations-samuel-johnson--74113975https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74113975Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:07:02 +0000Samuel Johnson"Prayers and Meditations" by Samuel Johnson offers a profound exploration of faith, reflection, and the human condition. This collection encapsulates Johnson's deep spiritual insights, inviting listeners to engage with timeless themes of prayer and...13010falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/co-aytch-maury-grays-first-tennessee-regiment-or-a-side-show-of-the-big-show-sam-r-watkins--74065803https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74065803Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:07:18 +0000Samuel Johnson"Co. Aytch," by Sam R. Watkins, offers a vivid and personal account of the experiences of the First Tennessee Regiment during the Civil War. Through the eyes of Watkins, listeners are drawn into the realities of soldier life, capturing the...29033falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/silas-strong-irving-bacheller--74011457https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74011457Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:07:40 +0000Samuel Johnson"Silas Strong" by Irving Bacheller is a compelling narrative that explores the journey of its titular character, Silas Strong. This timeless story delves into themes of perseverance, faith, and the human spirit's resilience in the face of adversity....29498falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/down-in-water-street-samuel-hopkins-hadley--73955385https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73955385Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:06:45 +0000Samuel Johnson"Down In Water Street" by Samuel Hopkins Hadley is a poignant exploration of the human experience, delving into themes of resilience, community, and the quest for meaning in everyday life. This timeless narrative resonates with listeners today as it...11649falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/wounds-in-the-rain-war-stories-stephen-crane--73896487https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73896487Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:09:25 +0000Samuel Johnson"Wounds In The Rain; War Stories" by Stephen Crane delves into the harrowing experiences of war, capturing the profound emotional and psychological impact it has on those who endure it. Crane's vivid storytelling and poignant reflections on the...30049falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/journey-round-my-room-xavier-de-maistre--73783674https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73783674Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:04:29 +0000Samuel Johnson"Journey Round My Room" by Xavier de Maistre invites listeners on a reflective exploration of the inner self through the confines of a single room. This introspective narrative reveals how the physical space we inhabit can serve as a catalyst for...8614falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/marriage-contract-honore-de-balzac--73747743https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73747743Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:04:44 +0000Samuel Johnson"Marriage Contract" by Honoré de Balzac delves into the complexities of marriage and societal expectations in 19th-century France. This insightful work examines the intricacies of contracts, both literal and metaphorical, that bind individuals in...22606falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/castle-rackrent-maria-edgeworth--73718849https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73718849Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:05:21 +0000Samuel Johnson"Castle Rackrent" by Maria Edgeworth is a compelling tale that delves into the lives of the Rackrent family, exploring themes of social change and the complexities of Irish society. Through the lens of a family estate, Edgeworth captures the essence...18422falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/wilhelm-meister-s-apprenticeship-volume-1-johann-wolfgang-von-goethe--73696146https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73696146Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:05:06 +0000Samuel JohnsonWilhelm Meister's Apprenticeship Volume 1 by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe is a profound exploration of personal development and the quest for self-discovery. The narrative follows Wilhelm as he navigates the complexities of life, ambition, and the...33173falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cabinet-of-gems-george-macdonald-sir-philip-sidney--73671868https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73671868Sat, 08 Aug 2026 16:02:10 +0000Samuel Johnson"Cabinet of Gems" brings together the profound thoughts and reflections of George MacDonald and Sir Philip Sidney, offering listeners a treasure trove of spiritual insights and meditative musings. This collection emphasizes the beauty and depth of...12446falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/celestial-omnibus-and-other-stories-e-m-forster--73647207https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73647207Sat, 08 Aug 2026 02:34:11 +0000Samuel Johnson"Celestial Omnibus, and Other Stories" by E. M. Forster is a collection that invites listeners into a world where the boundaries of reality and imagination blur, offering a profound exploration of human experience and the quest for meaning. Forster's...16077falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sunbeams-george-wilbur-peck--73611163https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73611163Fri, 07 Aug 2026 11:07:36 +0000Samuel Johnson"Sunbeams" by George Wilbur Peck offers a collection of reflections that illuminate the power of faith and the beauty of the human spirit. This timeless work resonates with themes of hope, inspiration, and the pursuit of inner peace, making it a...20113falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prayers-and-meditations-samuel-johnson--73291834https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73291834Fri, 31 Jul 2026 19:46:48 +0000Samuel Johnson"Prayers and Meditations" by Samuel Johnson offers a profound exploration of the human spirit through the lens of faith and introspection. This collection reflects Johnson's personal thoughts and reflections, providing timeless insights into the...13010falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prayers-and-meditations-samuel-johnson--71996210https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71996210Wed, 13 May 2026 21:33:48 +0000Samuel JohnsonThe prayers and meditations of Samuel Johnson, published posthumously by George Strahan to whom Johnson had entrusted the manuscripts. Johnson had been writing these down for over forty years. They often show him at his most repentant, melancholy and...13010characterised,christianity,fragile,johnson,meditations,other,prayers,repentant,show,strahanfalsefull