https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/house-of-mirth-version-2--7040390enBooksCopyright Crime and Mystery Genrehttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/1caf086808d52df75efd3d4d95a96c84.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/house-of-mirth-version-2--7040390Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:56:08 +0000Edith WhartonCrime and Mystery Genrespreaker47@podcastlibrary.orgWharton's classic story of an aging (by Victorian-era standards) spinster socialite who would rather marry for money than for true love. (Summary by BellonaTimes)falseb15c9d29-0481-544f-aa6f-fda9aa14a824episodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/story-of-mary-maclane-mary-maclane--74477887https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74477887Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:07:02 +0000Edith Wharton"Story of Mary MacLane" is a captivating exploration of the author's thoughts and experiences, reflecting her inner life and societal observations. This autobiographical work delves into themes of individuality, self-expression, and the struggle for...19246falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/our-cats-and-all-about-them-harrison-weir--74429488https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74429488Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:06:36 +0000Edith Wharton"Our Cats and All About Them" by Harrison Weir delves into the fascinating world of cats, exploring their characteristics, behaviors, and the unique bond they share with humans. Weir's insights into feline nature and care reflect a timeless...30893falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rover-part-one-aphra-behn--74366204https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74366204Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:06:18 +0000Edith WhartonRover (Part One) by Aphra Behn is a captivating tale that explores themes of love, desire, and the complexities of human relationships. Set against a backdrop of societal norms and expectations, Behn's work delves into the intricacies of romance and...11451falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/persians-aeschylus--74294832https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74294832Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:07:42 +0000Edith Wharton"Persians" by Aeschylus is a powerful exploration of the aftermath of war, reflecting on themes of loss, hubris, and the consequences of imperial ambition. As one of the earliest surviving plays, it offers a poignant commentary on the fragility of...3959falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/vagabond-robert-louis-stevenson--74180470https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74180470Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:08:12 +0000Edith Wharton"Vagabond" by Robert Louis Stevenson invites listeners into a world of adventure and introspection, exploring themes of wanderlust and the human spirit's quest for freedom. Stevenson's lyrical prose captures the essence of travel and the longing for...2195falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/days-on-the-road-crossing-the-plains-in-1865-sarah-raymond-herndon--74118358https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74118358Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:07:20 +0000Edith Wharton"Days on the Road Crossing the Plains in 1865" by Sarah Raymond Herndon offers a vivid account of the challenges and experiences faced during a pivotal journey across the American plains. This memoir captures the spirit of resilience and determination...20171falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/is-sex-necessary-or-why-you-feel-the-way-you-do-james-thurber-e-b-white--74071398https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74071398Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:07:56 +0000Edith Wharton"Is Sex Necessary or Why You Feel The Way You Do" by James Thurber and E. B. White explores the complexities of human emotions and relationships through a humorous lens. The authors delve into the age-old question of the necessity of sex, reflecting...8303falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/meditations-of-the-emperor-marcus-aurelius-antoninus-marcus-aurelius--74017035https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74017035Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:07:56 +0000Edith WhartonMeditations of the Emperor Marcus Aurelius Antoninus, commonly known as the "Meditations," offers profound insights into the Stoic philosophy that guided one of history's most revered leaders. This collection of personal reflections serves as a...17268falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/agony-column-earl-derr-biggers--73960755https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73960755Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:06:59 +0000Edith Wharton"Agony Column" by Earl Derr Biggers delves into the complexities of human emotions and societal expectations, exploring themes of love, sacrifice, and the struggle for personal fulfillment. This poignant work resonates with contemporary audiences as...9043falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-on-the-borderland-william-hope-hodgson--73902270https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73902270Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:08:16 +0000Edith Wharton"House on the Borderland" by William Hope Hodgson is a haunting tale that delves into the realms of horror and the supernatural, exploring the boundaries between reality and the unknown. Set in a remote house, the narrative unfolds with themes of...19346falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lamia-john-keats--73789205https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73789205Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:04:44 +0000Edith Wharton"Lamia" by John Keats is a captivating poem that explores the themes of love, desire, and the interplay between reality and illusion. Through the story of a beautiful serpent-woman and her tragic love for a mortal man, Keats delves into the...2673falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/changeling-thomas-middleton-william-rowley--73753089https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73753089Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:04:50 +0000Edith Wharton"Changeling," a collaboration between Thomas Middleton and William Rowley, delves into themes of desire, deception, and the complexities of human relationships. Set against a backdrop of moral ambiguity, the play explores the consequences of lust and...7944falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/heautontimorumenos-the-self-tormentor-terence--73723130https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73723130Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:05:07 +0000Edith Wharton"Heautontimorumenos; the Self-Tormentor" by Terence is a classic exploration of the complexities of human emotions and moral dilemmas. The play delves into themes of self-inflicted suffering and the consequences of one's choices, showcasing how...6893falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/trips-to-the-moon-lucian-of-samosata--73699639https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73699639Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:05:23 +0000Edith Wharton"Trips to the Moon" by Lucian of Samosata is a fascinating exploration of imaginative travel and philosophical inquiry, where the boundaries of reality are stretched beyond the earthly realm. This satirical work invites listeners to ponder the nature...12445falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/love-s-language-ella-wheeler-wilcox--73675976https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73675976Sat, 08 Aug 2026 18:07:30 +0000Edith Wharton"Love's Language" by Ella Wheeler Wilcox is a timeless exploration of the power of love and the nuances of human emotion. Wilcox's poignant verses delve into the various expressions of love, highlighting its ability to uplift, heal, and connect...2446falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/germania-publius-cornelius-tacitus--73650677https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73650677Sat, 08 Aug 2026 04:37:05 +0000Edith Wharton"Germania," authored by Publius Cornelius Tacitus, is a seminal work that explores the customs, geography, and tribes of ancient Germany, offering insights into the cultural contrasts between the Germanic peoples and the Roman Empire. Tacitus's keen...4195falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/oedipus-at-colonus-storr-translation-sophocles--73617745https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73617745Fri, 07 Aug 2026 13:46:28 +0000Edith Wharton"Oedipus at Colonus," translated by Storr, presents the poignant conclusion of Sophocles' tragic narrative, exploring themes of fate, redemption, and the quest for peace in the twilight of life. As Oedipus arrives at Colonus, he seeks solace and a...5767falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/celebrated-crimes-vol-8-part-2-vaninka-alexandre-dumas--73295817https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73295817Fri, 31 Jul 2026 22:19:43 +0000Edith Wharton"Celebrated Crimes, Vol. 8 Part 2 Vaninka" by Alexandre Dumas delves into the intriguing world of notorious crimes, exploring the darker side of human nature and the complexities of morality. This volume offers a compelling narrative that examines...7945falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-of-mirth-version-2-edith-wharton-part-2--72042643https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72042643Mon, 18 May 2026 09:00:20 +0000Edith WhartonWharton's classic story of an aging (by Victorian-era standards) spinster socialite who would rather marry for money than for true love. 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