https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lost-stradivarius--7042475enBooksCopyright Detective Fiction Genrehttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/c3f6786fe07cc9b1b9ad898529a7ff28.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lost-stradivarius--7042475Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:59:13 +0000John Meade FalknerDetective Fiction Genrespreaker48@podcastlibrary.orgThe Lost Stradivarius (1895), by J. Meade Falkner, is a short novel of ghosts and the evil that can be invested in an object, in this case an extremely fine Stradivarius violin. After finding the violin of the title in a hidden compartment in his...falsec9bc9b42-3700-54e1-b1b8-a2a8948e695eepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/frankenstein-or-the-modern-prometheus-1818-mary-wollstonecraft-shelley--74484838https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74484838Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:07:10 +0000John Meade Falkner"Frankenstein; or The Modern Prometheus" by Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley is a timeless tale that explores the consequences of man's quest for knowledge and the ethical dilemmas of creation. The story centers around a scientist who, in his pursuit of...28838falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/haunted-hour-an-anthology-margaret-widdemer--74433654https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74433654Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:07:00 +0000John Meade Falkner"Haunted Hour; an anthology" by Margaret Widdemer invites listeners into a world where the supernatural intertwines with the human experience, exploring themes of fear, mystery, and the unknown. 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This richly woven narrative invites...4453falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ghost-story-collection-006-various--74075988https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74075988Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:08:11 +0000John Meade FalknerDive into "Ghost Story Collection 006-Various," a captivating anthology that invites listeners to explore the eerie and the mysterious through a selection of haunting tales. This collection is a testament to the enduring power of ghost stories, which...12747falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/new-bodies-for-old-maurice-renard--74021309https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74021309Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:08:16 +0000John Meade Falkner"New Bodies for Old" by Maurice Renard delves into the profound themes of identity and transformation, exploring the boundaries of human existence and the quest for renewal. This thought-provoking narrative invites listeners to reflect on the timeless...22839falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ghost-ship-john-c-hutcheson--73965380https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73965380Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:07:06 +0000John Meade Falkner"Ghost Ship" by John C. Hutcheson invites listeners into a world of mystery and maritime adventure, exploring themes of the unknown and the supernatural. The tale unfolds aboard a ghostly vessel, where the eerie presence of the past intertwines with...30637falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/in-ghostly-japan-lafcadio-hearn--73907360https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73907360Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:08:29 +0000John Meade FalknerIn Ghostly Japan by Lafcadio Hearn is a captivating exploration of Japanese culture and folklore, weaving together ghost stories and supernatural elements that reveal the rich tapestry of a society steeped in tradition and spirituality. Hearn's vivid...16433falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/windsor-castle-book-2-william-harrison-ainsworth--73793897https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73793897Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:04:47 +0000John Meade Falkner"Windsor Castle, Book 2" by William Harrison Ainsworth transports listeners to the storied halls of one of England's most iconic landmarks, weaving a narrative rich with history and intrigue. This captivating tale explores themes of loyalty, power,...7707falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dormant-e-nesbit--73757178https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73757178Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:05:05 +0000John Meade Falkner"Dormant" by E. Nesbit invites listeners into a world where the boundaries between reality and the supernatural blur, showcasing the timeless themes of human desire and the consequences of our choices. This captivating tale explores the intricate...34120falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/girl-from-scotland-yard-edgar-wallace--73725999https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73725999Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:05:31 +0000John Meade Falkner"Girl From Scotland Yard" by Edgar Wallace offers a captivating glimpse into the world of crime and investigation, showcasing the relentless pursuit of justice. This gripping tale reflects themes of determination and the complexities of human nature,...22187falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/citadel-of-fear-francis-stevens--73702420https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73702420Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:01:53 +0000John Meade Falkner"Citadel of Fear" by Francis Stevens invites listeners into a world where the boundaries between reality and the supernatural blur, exploring themes of fear, courage, and the unknown. This gripping tale delves into the psychological turmoil that...35605falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/weird-tales-double-feature-the-haunter-in-the-dark-and-the-thing-on-the-door-step-h-p-lovecraft--73678959https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73678959Sat, 08 Aug 2026 19:48:08 +0000John Meade FalknerDive into the eerie realms of H.P. Lovecraft with "Weird Tales Double Feature: The Haunter in the Dark and The Thing on the Door-Step." This collection showcases two of Lovecraft's most chilling narratives, exploring themes of the unknown and the...7180falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/history-of-the-caliph-vathek-william-beckford--73653398https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73653398Sat, 08 Aug 2026 06:15:32 +0000John Meade Falkner"History of the Caliph Vathek" by William Beckford is a rich and imaginative tale that explores the life and reign of the extravagant Caliph Vathek, a figure driven by insatiable desires and a quest for knowledge that ultimately leads to his downfall....4453falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/pocket-island-charles-clark-munn--73623455https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73623455Fri, 07 Aug 2026 15:52:40 +0000John Meade Falkner"Pocket Island" by Charles Clark Munn invites listeners to explore the enchanting world of a secluded island, steeped in mystery and natural beauty. The narrative captivates with its vivid descriptions and the sense of wonder that accompanies the...19227falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/intoxicated-ghost-and-other-stories-arlo-bates--73298540https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73298540Sat, 01 Aug 2026 00:39:40 +0000John Meade FalknerIntoxicated Ghost And Other Stories by Arlo Bates offers a captivating collection of tales that explore the complexities of human experience and emotion. Bates crafts narratives that delve into themes of love, loss, and the supernatural, inviting...18218falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lost-stradivarius-john-meade-falkner--72057850https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72057850Mon, 18 May 2026 16:22:52 +0000John Meade FalknerThe Lost Stradivarius (1895), by J. Meade Falkner, is a short novel of ghosts and the evil that can be invested in an object, in this case an extremely fine Stradivarius violin. After finding the violin of the title in a hidden compartment in his...19164compartment,detective,falkner,invested,lordly,lost,roaming,secretive,stradivarius,violinfalsefull