https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/uncle-silas--7040188enBooksCopyright Crime and Mystery Genrehttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/9acd5d5a914a97bdfe013f54f0006125.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/uncle-silas--7040188Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:00:10 +0000Joseph Sheridan Le FanuCrime and Mystery Genrespreaker47@podcastlibrary.orgUncle Silas is a Victorian Gothic mystery/thriller novel by the Anglo-Irish writer J. Sheridan Le Fanu. It is notable as one of the earliest examples of the locked room mystery sub-genre. It is not a novel of the supernatural (despite a few creepily...false45e8f1e9-a321-54e5-a4c6-5d6c673d13d5episodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ebenezer-s-casket-john-ulrich-giesy-junius-b-smith--74480795https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74480795Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:07:19 +0000Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu"Ebenezer's Casket," authored by John Ulrich Giesy and Junius B. Smith, invites listeners into a world rich with intrigue and moral complexity. This compelling narrative explores themes of human nature, the struggle between good and evil, and the...5649falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mystery-of-the-campagna-anne-crawford--74431487https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74431487Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:06:54 +0000Joseph Sheridan Le FanuMystery of the Campagna-Anne Crawford invites listeners into a captivating tale that intertwines intrigue and exploration. Set against the backdrop of the picturesque Campagna, this story unfolds with an air of suspense, drawing the audience into a...5900falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/undying-monster-jessie-douglas-kerruish--74368746https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74368746Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:06:20 +0000Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu"Undying Monster" by Jessie Douglas Kerruish is a gripping tale that delves into the themes of fear, survival, and the supernatural. It explores the timeless struggle between humanity and the unknown, captivating listeners with its chilling atmosphere...29189falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-the-vampire-george-sylvester-viereck--74296440https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74296440Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:07:43 +0000Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu"House of the Vampire" by George Sylvester Viereck is a compelling exploration of the dark and seductive nature of vampirism, intertwined with themes of desire, power, and the human condition. This haunting narrative delves into the complexities of...10122falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/silas-strong-irving-bacheller--74183171https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74183171Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:07:57 +0000Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu"Silas Strong" by Irving Bacheller is a compelling exploration of resilience and the human spirit. This enduring tale delves into the complexities of life, emphasizing themes of strength, perseverance, and the quest for identity. As listeners immerse...29498falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/diamond-lens-with-other-stories-fitz-james-o-brien--74119964https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74119964Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:07:24 +0000Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu"Diamond Lens with Other Stories" by Fitz-James O'Brien presents a collection of imaginative tales that delve into the realms of science fiction and fantasy. O'Brien's writing explores the boundaries of human perception and the wonders of the unknown,...34877falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/power-house-john-buchan--74073405https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74073405Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:07:56 +0000Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu"Power-House-John Buchan" invites listeners into the dynamic world crafted by one of the early 20th century's most influential authors. This work showcases Buchan's mastery of storytelling, weaving themes of power, ambition, and the human spirit that...11251falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/white-people-arthur-machen--74018972https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74018972Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:07:58 +0000Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu"White People" by Arthur Machen is a captivating exploration of the supernatural and the uncanny, delving into the depths of human imagination and the hidden aspects of reality. Machen's work invites listeners to confront the mysterious forces that...6562falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/quintus-oakes-a-detective-story-charles-ross-jackson--73963003https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73963003Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:07:19 +0000Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu"Quintus Oakes A Detective Story" by Charles Ross Jackson invites listeners into a world of intrigue and mystery as they follow the astute detective Quintus Oakes on his investigative journey. This gripping tale showcases the timeless themes of...21989falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/clock-struck-one-fergus-hume--73904550https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73904550Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:08:23 +0000Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu"Clock Struck One" by Fergus Hume invites listeners into a gripping narrative that explores the complexities of time and fate. This timeless tale delves into the intricate interplay between human choices and the inexorable passage of time, making it a...21970falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tales-of-mystery-and-horror-maurice-level--73791307https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73791307Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:04:41 +0000Joseph Sheridan Le FanuTales of Mystery and Horror by Maurice Level invites listeners into a world where the macabre and the uncanny intertwine, crafting a tapestry of suspense and dread that lingers long after the final word. With a masterful command of atmosphere and...19549falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/shadow-line-joseph-conrad--73754992https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73754992Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:05:05 +0000Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu"Shadow-Line" by Joseph Conrad is a profound exploration of the transition from youth to maturity, encapsulating the psychological struggles of its protagonist as he navigates the challenges of life at sea. The narrative delves into themes of...13976falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/masquerader-katherine-cecil-thurston--73724599https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73724599Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:05:24 +0000Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu"Masquerader" by Katherine Cecil Thurston invites listeners into a world where identity and deception intertwine, exploring the complexities of human nature and the masks we wear in society. This captivating tale delves into themes of self-discovery...33382falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lost-stradivarius-john-meade-falkner--73700817https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73700817Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:05:30 +0000Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu"Lost Stradivarius" by John Meade Falkner delves into the haunting tale of a mysterious violin that carries with it a legacy of passion and tragedy. This story resonates with themes of obsession and the pursuit of beauty, exploring how art can both...19164falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/frankenstein-or-the-modern-prometheus-1818-mary-wollstonecraft-shelley--73677422https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73677422Sat, 08 Aug 2026 18:52:19 +0000Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu"Frankenstein; or The Modern Prometheus" by Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley delves into the consequences of man's quest for knowledge and the ethical dilemmas surrounding creation and responsibility. This timeless tale explores themes of ambition,...28838falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/red-and-the-black-volume-i-stendhal--73651941https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73651941Sat, 08 Aug 2026 05:24:19 +0000Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu"Red and the Black, Volume I" by Stendhal is a compelling exploration of ambition, love, and the complexities of social class in 19th-century France. The narrative follows the young protagonist, Julien Sorel, as he navigates the turbulent waters of...33140falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fate-of-fenella-various--73620450https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73620450Fri, 07 Aug 2026 14:47:55 +0000Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu"Fate of Fenella-Various" invites listeners into a rich tapestry of storytelling that explores the intricate interplay of destiny and choice. This collection presents a variety of narratives that delve into the human experience, examining how fate...26625falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/moment-of-time-richard-hughes--73297165https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73297165Fri, 31 Jul 2026 23:20:55 +0000Joseph Sheridan Le FanuMoment of Time by Richard Hughes invites listeners into a compelling exploration of the human experience, capturing the essence of fleeting moments that shape our lives. This thought-provoking narrative delves into the intricacies of time and memory,...20026falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/uncle-silas-joseph-sheridan-le-fanu-part-2--72042074https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72042074Mon, 18 May 2026 09:00:22 +0000Joseph Sheridan Le FanuUncle Silas is a Victorian Gothic mystery/thriller novel by the Anglo-Irish writer J. Sheridan Le Fanu. It is notable as one of the earliest examples of the locked room mystery sub-genre. It is not a novel of the supernatural (despite a few creepily...31813ambiguous,creepily,crime,fanu,mystery,sheridan,silas,swedenborg,touches,unclefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/uncle-silas-joseph-sheridan-le-fanu-part-1--72042073https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72042073Sun, 17 May 2026 15:59:16 +0000Joseph Sheridan Le FanuUncle Silas is a Victorian Gothic mystery/thriller novel by the Anglo-Irish writer J. Sheridan Le Fanu. It is notable as one of the earliest examples of the locked room mystery sub-genre. It is not a novel of the supernatural (despite a few creepily...35322ambiguous,creepily,crime,fanu,mystery,sheridan,silas,swedenborg,touches,unclefalsefull