https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/main-street-version-2--7040525enBooksCopyright Crime and Mystery Genrehttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/856af47669c7041bdc457e28dc4ea339.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/main-street-version-2--7040525Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:58:51 +0000Sinclair LewisCrime and Mystery Genrespreaker47@podcastlibrary.orgCarol Milford, a college-educated, progressive, ambitious young woman, is self-sufficient working as a librarian in St. Paul, when she meets a country doctor, Will Kennicott, who convinces her to marry him and move to the rural Minnesota town of...falsed4380f88-ff4c-55e8-a7ff-83c5b740ac7depisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prisoner-of-morro-upton-sinclair--74478203https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74478203Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:07:16 +0000Sinclair Lewis"Prisoner of Morro" by Upton Sinclair explores the harrowing experiences of individuals trapped within a corrupt system, highlighting themes of injustice and the struggle for freedom. This compelling narrative delves into the human spirit's resilience...19816falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tales-of-the-five-towns-arnold-bennett--74429810https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74429810Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:06:49 +0000Sinclair LewisTales of the Five Towns by Arnold Bennett presents a vivid exploration of life in the industrial heart of England, capturing the essence of community and the intricacies of human relationships. This collection of stories delves into the everyday...20382falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/agnes-grey-anne-bronte--74366745https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74366745Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:06:18 +0000Sinclair Lewis"Agnes Grey" by Anne Brontë is a poignant exploration of the challenges faced by a governess in the 19th century, highlighting themes of social class, isolation, and the quest for personal integrity. The story captures the struggles of a young woman...24082falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/perils-of-pauline-dramatic-reading-charles-goddard--74295208https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74295208Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:07:40 +0000Sinclair Lewis"Perils of Pauline," a dramatic reading by Charles Goddard, captures the essence of adventure and suspense that has captivated audiences for generations. This classic tale, known for its thrilling escapades and cliffhangers, reflects timeless themes...32748falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/country-house-john-galsworthy--74180964https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74180964Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:07:54 +0000Sinclair Lewis"Country House" by John Galsworthy delves into the intricacies of life within a grand English estate, exploring the dynamics of family, society, and the passage of time. This poignant narrative captures the essence of human relationships and the...32780falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/frankenstein-or-the-modern-prometheus-edition-1831-mary-wollstonecraft-shelley--74118671https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74118671Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:07:35 +0000Sinclair LewisMary Wollstonecraft Shelley's "Frankenstein, or The Modern Prometheus" delves into the profound themes of creation, responsibility, and the quest for knowledge, exploring the consequences of man's ambition to play God. This edition, published in 1831,...31500falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/as-i-lay-dying-william-faulkner--74071844https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74071844Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:07:58 +0000Sinclair LewisAs I Lay Dying by William Faulkner is a profound exploration of family, mortality, and the human condition, encapsulated in the journey of the Bundren family as they fulfill their matriarch's dying wish. This novel delves into the complexities of life...23096falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/young-pretenders-edith-henrietta-fowler--74017453https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74017453Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:08:02 +0000Sinclair LewisYoung Pretenders by Edith Henrietta Fowler explores the complexities of youth and the masks we wear in society. This timeless narrative delves into the struggles and aspirations of young individuals as they navigate their identities and relationships....14312falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/white-man-s-burden-rudyard-kipling--73961220https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73961220Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:06:53 +0000Sinclair Lewis"White Man's Burden" by Rudyard Kipling explores the complex themes of imperialism and the responsibilities that come with it. This poignant poem invites listeners to reflect on the nature of duty and the moral implications of colonialism, urging a...1885falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/autobiography-of-goethe-volume-2-johann-wolfgang-von-goethe--73902729https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73902729Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:08:34 +0000Sinclair Lewis"Autobiography of Goethe Volume 2" by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe delves into the life and thoughts of one of Germany's most celebrated literary figures. This volume continues to explore Goethe's reflections on his experiences, artistic development,...31319falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/town-is-drowning-c-m-kornbluth-frederik-pohl--73789712https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73789712Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:04:43 +0000Sinclair Lewis"Town is Drowning" by C. M. Kornbluth and Frederik Pohl presents a compelling narrative that explores the complexities of a community facing overwhelming challenges. As the title suggests, the story delves into themes of survival and the human...16527falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dreams-olive-schreiner--73753463https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73753463Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:05:00 +0000Sinclair Lewis"Dreams" by Olive Schreiner is a profound exploration of the human psyche, delving into the complexities of dreams and their significance in our lives. This work invites listeners to reflect on their own aspirations and the subconscious mind, making...8742falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ginx-s-baby-his-birth-and-other-misfortunes-edward-jenkins--73723348https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73723348Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:05:08 +0000Sinclair LewisGinx's Baby: His Birth and Other Misfortunes by Edward Jenkins explores the trials and tribulations surrounding the arrival of a new life, delving into the complexities of parenthood and the unexpected challenges that come with it. This timeless...12633falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bransford-of-rainbow-range-eugene-manlove-rhodes--73699832https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73699832Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:05:30 +0000Sinclair Lewis"Bransford Of Rainbow Range" by Eugene Manlove Rhodes is a captivating tale that immerses listeners in the rugged and vibrant landscape of the American West. This story explores themes of adventure, resilience, and the enduring spirit of those who...20021falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/plea-for-ragged-schools-or-prevention-better-than-cure-thomas-guthrie--73676236https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73676236Sat, 08 Aug 2026 18:17:01 +0000Sinclair Lewis"Plea for Ragged Schools; or, Prevention Better than Cure" by Thomas Guthrie is a compelling advocacy for the establishment of ragged schools aimed at providing education to the impoverished children of society. Guthrie emphasizes the importance of...6162falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/at-a-lunar-eclipse-thomas-hardy--73650915https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73650915Sat, 08 Aug 2026 04:46:49 +0000Sinclair Lewis"At A Lunar Eclipse" by Thomas Hardy invites listeners into a reflective exploration of human emotions and the profound connections between nature and the human experience. Hardy's evocative prose captures the essence of a moment suspended in time,...1825falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/pretty-lady-arnold-bennett--73618252https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73618252Fri, 07 Aug 2026 14:00:41 +0000Sinclair LewisPretty Lady by Arnold Bennett is a compelling exploration of the complexities of beauty and the societal expectations surrounding it. The narrative delves into the lives of individuals as they navigate their desires, aspirations, and the judgments of...29380falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/imperialism-and-world-politics-part-3-of-4-parker-thomas-moon--73296109https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73296109Fri, 31 Jul 2026 22:32:58 +0000Sinclair Lewis"Imperialism and World Politics, Part 3 of 4" by Parker Thomas Moon delves into the intricate dynamics of imperialism and its profound impact on global politics. As a continuation of a critical examination of power structures, this volume invites...23862falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/main-street-version-2-sinclair-lewis-part-2--72043048https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72043048Mon, 18 May 2026 09:00:21 +0000Sinclair LewisCarol Milford, a college-educated, progressive, ambitious young woman, is self-sufficient working as a librarian in St. Paul, when she meets a country doctor, Will Kennicott, who convinces her to marry him and move to the rural Minnesota town of...30345beautifying,culture,gopher,heritage,kennicott,lewis,main,milford,street,townfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/main-street-version-2-sinclair-lewis-part-1--72043044https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72043044Sun, 17 May 2026 17:22:28 +0000Sinclair LewisCarol Milford, a college-educated, progressive, ambitious young woman, is self-sufficient working as a librarian in St. Paul, when she meets a country doctor, Will Kennicott, who convinces her to marry him and move to the rural Minnesota town of...35320beautifying,culture,gopher,heritage,kennicott,lewis,main,milford,street,townfalsefull