https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/workhouse-characters--7040480enBooksCopyright Crime and Mystery Genrehttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/508878f1b9960e88eb89eaba972479bf.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/workhouse-characters--7040480Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:55:54 +0000Margaret NevinsonCrime and Mystery Genrespreaker47@podcastlibrary.orgIn 1904, Margaret Nevinson, a respectable lady and active suffragette, joined the board of guardians in Hampstead Heath. The guardians had responsibility over the parish workhouse. In the UK, before the 1930s, one could not receive welfare assistance...false02aa805b-3f66-511b-a853-bb8e410ee4aeepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/underground-man-gabriel-tarde--74481039https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74481039Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:07:06 +0000Margaret Nevinson"Underground Man-Gabriel Tarde" delves into the complexities of human nature and societal dynamics, exploring the intricate thoughts and feelings of its protagonist. This audiobook invites listeners to reflect on the enduring themes of individuality,...10533falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/love-and-freindship-dramatic-reading-jane-austen--74431694https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74431694Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:06:54 +0000Margaret Nevinson"Love and Friendship" by Jane Austen is a delightful exploration of youthful romance and the folly of infatuation, presented in a dramatic reading that brings the text to life. This early work, characterized by its sharp wit and satirical take on...5049falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/history-of-the-united-states-vol-vi-charles-austin-beard-mary-ritter-beard--74369134https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74369134Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:06:39 +0000Margaret Nevinson"History of the United States, Vol. VI" by Charles Austin Beard and Mary Ritter Beard offers a detailed exploration of pivotal moments and themes in American history, providing insights into the nation's development. This volume stands out for its...16621falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/as-i-lay-dying-william-faulkner--74296657https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74296657Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:07:43 +0000Margaret Nevinson"As I Lay Dying" by William Faulkner is a profound exploration of family, mortality, and the human condition, told through the voices of the Bundren family as they journey to fulfill the dying wish of their matriarch. This novel captures the...23096falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/woman-movement-ellen-key--74183578https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74183578Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:08:11 +0000Margaret Nevinson"Woman Movement-Ellen Key" delves into the transformative ideas surrounding women's roles and rights, as articulated by the influential thinker Ellen Key. This work explores the evolution of gender dynamics and the ongoing quest for equality,...21286falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/business-of-being-a-woman-ida-m-tarbell--74120144https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74120144Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:07:27 +0000Margaret Nevinson"Business of Being a Woman" by Ida M. Tarbell explores the unique challenges and opportunities women face in the business world. Tarbell, a pioneering journalist, delves into the societal expectations placed on women and advocates for their rights and...13613falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/history-of-the-united-states-vol-i-charles-austin-beard-mary-ritter-beard--74073669https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74073669Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:07:55 +0000Margaret Nevinson"History of the United States, Vol. I" by Charles Austin Beard and Mary Ritter Beard offers a comprehensive exploration of the foundational events and themes that shaped the nation. This work delves into the political, social, and economic factors...9841falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/wife-of-his-youth-and-other-stories-of-the-color-line-charles-waddell-chesnutt--74019257https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74019257Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:07:58 +0000Margaret Nevinson"Wife of His Youth and Other Stories of the Color Line" by Charles Waddell Chesnutt presents a compelling collection of narratives that explore the complexities of race and identity in America. Through his poignant storytelling, Chesnutt delves into...23787falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/winnebago-stories-oliver-lamere-harold-b-shinn--73963318https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73963318Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:07:08 +0000Margaret Nevinson"Winnebago Stories" by Oliver LaMere and Harold B. Shinn invites listeners into a rich tapestry of narratives that capture the essence of life in the Winnebago community. Through poignant storytelling, the authors explore themes of identity, culture,...8318falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/flame-tree-and-other-folk-lore-stories-from-uganda-rosetta-baskerville--73904833https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73904833Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:08:24 +0000Margaret Nevinson"Flame Tree and Other Folk-Lore Stories from Uganda" by Rosetta Baskerville invites listeners into the rich tapestry of Ugandan folklore, showcasing tales that embody the spirit and cultural heritage of the region. These stories resonate with timeless...7889falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hagar-s-daughter-a-story-of-southern-caste-prejudice-pauline-elizabeth-hopkins--73791578https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73791578Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:04:39 +0000Margaret NevinsonHagar's Daughter, written by Pauline Elizabeth Hopkins, delves into the complexities of Southern caste prejudice, exploring the deep-rooted societal divisions that shape individual lives and identities. This powerful narrative confronts the enduring...31093falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/essays-on-work-and-culture-hamilton-wright-mabie--73755226https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73755226Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:04:54 +0000Margaret Nevinson"Essays on Work and Culture" by Hamilton Wright Mabie delves into the intricate relationship between labor and the human experience, exploring how work shapes our culture and values. Mabie's insightful reflections encourage listeners to contemplate...14105falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/six-months-in-mexico-nellie-bly--73724747https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73724747Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:05:09 +0000Margaret Nevinson"Six Months In Mexico" by Nellie Bly invites listeners into the vibrant and complex world of Mexico through the eyes of a pioneering journalist. This engaging narrative captures Bly's observations and experiences during her time in the country,...29603falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/wife-of-his-youth-and-other-stories-of-the-color-line-charles-waddell-chesnutt--73700951https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73700951Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:05:31 +0000Margaret Nevinson"Wife of His Youth and Other Stories of the Color Line" by Charles Waddell Chesnutt presents a poignant exploration of race, identity, and social dynamics in post-Civil War America. Through a collection of compelling narratives, Chesnutt delves into...23787falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/editor-s-tales-anthony-trollope--73677586https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73677586Sat, 08 Aug 2026 18:58:36 +0000Margaret Nevinson"Editor's Tales-Anthony Trollope" invites listeners into the rich tapestry of storytelling crafted by one of the most celebrated authors of the Victorian era. This collection showcases Trollope's keen observations and nuanced character portrayals,...32178falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/peasant-tales-of-russia-vasily-nemirovich-danchenko--73652084https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73652084Sat, 08 Aug 2026 05:30:01 +0000Margaret Nevinson"Peasant Tales of Russia" by Vasily Nemirovich-Danchenko invites listeners into the rich tapestry of rural life in Russia, capturing the essence of the peasant experience through vivid storytelling. This collection reflects the enduring themes of...14538falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/flame-tree-and-other-folk-lore-stories-from-uganda-rosetta-baskerville--73620823https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73620823Fri, 07 Aug 2026 14:55:33 +0000Margaret Nevinson"Flame Tree and Other Folk-Lore Stories from Uganda" by Rosetta Baskerville invites listeners into a rich tapestry of Ugandan folklore, celebrating the vibrant traditions and cultural narratives that have shaped the lives of its people. These timeless...7889falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dramatic-reading-scene-and-story-collection-volume-005-various--73297326https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73297326Fri, 31 Jul 2026 23:29:23 +0000Margaret Nevinson"Dramatic Reading Scene and Story Collection, Volume 005" by Various invites listeners into a rich tapestry of narratives that showcase the art of storytelling through dramatic readings. This collection captures the essence of human experience,...21739falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/workhouse-characters-margaret-nevinson--72042912https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72042912Sun, 17 May 2026 17:12:35 +0000Margaret NevinsonIn 1904, Margaret Nevinson, a respectable lady and active suffragette, joined the board of guardians in Hampstead Heath. The guardians had responsibility over the parish workhouse. 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