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For those who delight in shipwrecks, exploration, narrow escapes, and the grand adventure stories of the Victorian age, here is an invitation to travel once more into Ballantyne’s remarkable world.]]>enFictionPublic domainhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/5995a256ed3674a84cbb79db58e25e0f.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-r-m-ballantyne-library--7321911Sun, 01 Nov 2026 18:45:03 +0000R. M. BallantyneGood Old Classicsfeeds@spreaker.comHoist sail, shoulder your pack, and set forth upon a world of peril, discovery, and high adventure. The R. M. Ballantyne Library brings the stirring tales of R. M. Ballantyne to life in full. Journeys across coral seas, frozen wastes, untamed forests,...
For those who delight in shipwrecks, exploration, narrow escapes, and the grand adventure stories of the Victorian age, here is an invitation to travel once more into Ballantyne’s remarkable world.]]>falsea413cbf0-743e-59e4-bff3-7f3bca2f5d5eserialhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-iron-horse-chapter-1-treats-of-the-engine-driver-s-house-and-household--75032501https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75032501Thu, 10 Sep 2026 21:25:15 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which we are introduced to the sturdy and affectionate Marrot family, who make their home beside the thunderous and rattling Grand National Trunk Railway embankment, living amid the constant clamour and vibrations of passing trains. Amidst the...1756false11fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-iron-horse-chapter-2-the-driver-visits-a-little-elderly-gentlewoman-and-prepares-the-iron-horse-for-action--75032503https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75032503Thu, 10 Sep 2026 21:25:19 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which John Marrot enjoys a brief domestic respite filled with playful chaos and tender family moments before duty calls him back to the steam and bustle of the railway shed, where meticulous preparations and strict regulations govern the life of...2445false12fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-iron-horse-chapter-3-in-which-the-widow-holds-converse-with-a-captain--75032505https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75032505Fri, 11 Sep 2026 18:30:05 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which we are introduced to the gentle widow Mrs Captain Tipps and her devoted son Joseph, whose lives are marked by quiet struggles and unexpected acts of kindness, while a chance meeting at a bustling station kindles a sudden and profound...1631false13fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-iron-horse-chapter-4-a-double-dilemma-and-its-consequences--75032507https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75032507Fri, 11 Sep 2026 18:30:05 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which a young gentleman, unexpectedly embroiled in a misunderstanding during his railway journey, encounters a kindly captain and faces a moment of acute distress as he is detained by a sharp-eyed detective. The narrative softly unfolds the...800false14fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-iron-horse-chapter-5-an-accident-and-its-consequences--75032510https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75032510Sat, 12 Sep 2026 18:30:05 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which an evening at a temporary railway station unfolds with Mr Tipps nervously coping amid the bustle of passengers and the vigilant scrutiny of the ever-observant Inspector Sharp. A sudden shunting mishap threatens disaster, leading to a dramatic...1405false15fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-iron-horse-chapter-6-history-of-the-iron-horse-part-1--75032511https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75032511Sat, 12 Sep 2026 18:30:05 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which we take a reflective excursion through the history and development of the Iron Horse, tracing the humble beginnings of railways from horse-drawn tramways to the revolutionary steam locomotives and the transformative advent of the railway age....1529false16fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-iron-horse-chapter-6-history-of-the-iron-horse-part-2--75032513https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75032513Sun, 13 Sep 2026 18:30:04 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which the boundless triumphs and trials of railway construction are unfolded, from the steadfast navvies to the heroic engineering feats of tunnels and bridges that conquer nature’s obstacles and sceptics’ doubts. We journey through stirring tales...1888false17fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-iron-horse-chapter-7-little-gertie-comes-out-in-a-new-light-and-bob-receives-good-news--75032514https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75032514Sun, 13 Sep 2026 18:30:04 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which John Marrot, a seasoned engine-driver, suffers a painful injury that brings his family and railway colleagues together in a tender display of care and concern, while his son Bob receives exciting news about a promising appointment. The...923false18fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-iron-horse-chapter-8-mrs-marrot-and-bob-visit-the-great-clatterby-works-part-1--75032516https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75032516Mon, 14 Sep 2026 18:30:05 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which the industrious visitors, Mrs Marrot and her son Bob, behold the astonishing Grand National Trunk Railway works, where a multitude of trades unite, and steam-powered machinery performs tasks with such vigour and speed as to surpass all...1340false19fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-iron-horse-chapter-8-mrs-marrot-and-bob-visit-the-great-clatterby-works-part-2--75032517https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75032517Mon, 14 Sep 2026 18:30:05 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which Mrs Marrot and her son Bob are taken on a thorough tour of the vast and bustling locomotive works, where iron is forged, shaped, and transformed into the various parts of a railway engine amid the clang and roar of steam-hammers and...1207false110fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-iron-horse-chapter-9-concerning-domestic-economy-and-difficulties-surprises-and-explanations--75032519https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75032519Tue, 15 Sep 2026 18:30:03 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which the practical difficulties of household budgeting are candidly explored through the endeavours of the good Mrs Tipps, as she strives amid unforeseen expenses and tender family moments to reconcile her careful calculations with the pressing...1273false111fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-iron-horse-chapter-10-sharp-practice--75032523https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75032523Tue, 15 Sep 2026 18:30:05 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which the indefatigable Superintendent Mr Sharp, guardian of the railway’s integrity, devises a clever plan to uncover the perpetrators of a series of thefts at Gorton station, while engaging in a discourse about the challenges and triumphs of...980false112fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-iron-horse-chapter-11-sharp-practice-continued--75032524https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75032524Wed, 16 Sep 2026 18:30:04 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which the indefatigable Mr Sharp pursues the furtive art of uncovering pilferers among railway men, employing keen observation and stratagem to expose hidden misdeeds amid the dimming light of evening. Amidst a vigil beneath the moon and whispered...1155false113fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-iron-horse-chapter-12-loo-s-garden--75032527https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75032527Wed, 16 Sep 2026 18:30:04 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which the preparations for Mrs Durby’s journey to London are detailed amidst affectionate reminiscences and community concerns, culminating in a visit to the Marrots’ charming garden oasis nestled by the lively railway. Amidst lively conversation...779false114fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-iron-horse-chapter-14-which-is-too-full-of-varied-matter-to-be-briefly-described-part-1--75032531https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75032531Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:30:04 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which we are taken aboard the mighty “Flying Dutchman,” where the engine’s thunderous speed and intricate design impress all who dare to stand close, even as its driver faces peril on the rails. Meanwhile, within the carriages, a sudden and violent...1167false116fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-iron-horse-chapter-13-treats-of-railway-literature-sleepy-porters-crowded-platforms-foolish-passengers-and-other-matters--75032529https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75032529Thu, 17 Sep 2026 18:30:05 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which we observe the devoted care of John Marrot, the engine-driver, as he prepares his iron horse for a journey charged with responsibility and strict regulations, while the bustling Clatterby station becomes the scene of near mishaps, strategic...1350false115fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-iron-horse-chapter-14-which-is-too-full-of-varied-matter-to-be-briefly-described-part-2--75032532https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75032532Fri, 18 Sep 2026 18:30:05 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which the intrepid young Edwin displays remarkable courage and strength in quelling a violent disturbance aboard a high-speed train, while the vigilance of the railway police and the swift communication of the telegraph bring about the prompt...676false117fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-iron-horse-chapter-15-treats-of-mrs-durby-s-lost-parcel-in-particular-and-of-lost-luggage-in-general--75032535https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75032535Fri, 18 Sep 2026 18:30:05 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which Edwin Gurwood endeavours to trace a lost parcel belonging to Mrs Durby, leading to a fascinating exploration of the labyrinthine world of the railway’s lost-luggage office, where forgotten belongings tell countless intriguing stories. The...573false118fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-iron-horse-chapter-16-describes-engineering-difficulties-a-perplexing-case-and-a-harmonious-meeting--75032536https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75032536Sat, 19 Sep 2026 18:30:04 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which Captain Lee journeys to London, attending a railway meeting and introducing his friend Edwin Gurwood to a new appointment, whilst grappling with a delicate matter of aiding mutual acquaintances in distress. The narrative then unfolds the...1787false119fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-iron-horse-chapter-17-gertie-is-mysteriously-cared-for-sam-natly-dines-under-difficulties-in-connexion-with-the-block-system--75032538https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75032538Sat, 19 Sep 2026 18:30:05 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which a mysterious benefactor arranges for little Gertie to receive the skilled tuition of Miss Netta Tipps, much to the consternation and curiosity of her mother, whilst the industrious signalman Sam Natly balances the demanding duties of his post...1602false120fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-iron-horse-chapter-18-a-soiree-wildly-interrupted-and-followed-up-by-surprising-revelations--75032540https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75032540Sun, 20 Sep 2026 18:30:05 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which Captain Lee’s boundless energy stirs a delightful Sunday-school treat, bringing together a lively company of children, friends, and earnest clergymen amidst games and songs under a sunlit sky. Amid the joy, an unexpected encounter reveals a...1461false121fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-iron-horse-chapter-19-a-run-away-locomotive--75032542https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75032542Sun, 20 Sep 2026 18:30:05 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which a secret shared in confidence sets a chain of cautious silence among trusted friends, while the calm routine of the station is shattered by the desperate flight of a madman seized by uncontrolled frenzy. With the thunderous pursuit of iron...1263false122fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-iron-horse-chapter-20-a-nest-harried--75032544https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75032544Mon, 21 Sep 2026 18:30:04 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which we follow the diligent Superintendent Sharp as he unravels a web of petty crime and fraudulent compensation claims, revealing the cunning and occasional folly of those who seek to exploit the railways. His perseverance culminates in a...1308false123fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-iron-horse-chapter-21-the-diamond-ring-and-the-railway-clearing-house--75032547https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75032547Mon, 21 Sep 2026 18:30:04 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which Edwin Gurwood, torn between duty and affection, uncovers a curious coincidence involving a lost diamond ring and sets forth to restore it, providing a glimpse into the workings of the grand Railway Clearing-House. This establishment, a marvel...1268false124fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-iron-horse-chapter-22-mrs-tipps-goes-on-a-journey-and-meets-a-gentleman-who-with-much-assurance-comments-freely-on-insurance--75032549https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75032549Tue, 22 Sep 2026 18:30:04 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which a bustling crowd assembles at Clatterby station for a much-anticipated holiday excursion, bringing together a diverse array of townsfolk and filling the platform with eager anticipation. Among the travellers, a conversation unfolds about the...1193false125fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-iron-horse-chapter-23-details-a-terrible-accident--75032550https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75032550Tue, 22 Sep 2026 18:30:05 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which a stormy night journey is interrupted by a dreadful collision between a passenger excursion train and a derailed mineral train, leading to a harrowing scene of wreckage, rescue efforts, and grievous injuries amid the howling wind and pouring...1166false126fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-iron-horse-chapter-24-results-of-the-accident--75032551https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75032551Wed, 23 Sep 2026 18:30:04 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which the lingering effects of a dreadful railway accident are recounted with a gentle melancholy, revealing the courage and resolution of those it touched, alongside the steady passage of years and shifting fortunes on the Grand National Trunk...736false127fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-iron-horse-chapter-25-the-last--75032555https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75032555Wed, 23 Sep 2026 18:30:05 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which the industrious Will Garvie stands steadfast amidst the clamour and complexity of railway traffic on the eve of Christmas, tending not only to his duties but also to a small garden blooming between the rails, offering a tender reminder of...828false128fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-young-fur-traders-preface--75032558https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75032558Thu, 24 Sep 2026 18:30:04 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which the author humbly sets forth his intention to portray with faithful accuracy the vivid experiences and landscapes of the fur-trading life, blending fact with measured artistic liberty. This preface gently prepares the reader for a truthful...79false21fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-young-fur-traders-chapter-1-plunges-the-reader-into-the-middle-of-an-arctic-winter--75032559https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75032559Thu, 24 Sep 2026 18:30:04 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which we are introduced to the young siblings Charley and Kate Kennedy, whose lives unfold amidst the wilds of the Red River Settlement, a distant and rugged colony far removed from the comforts of civilisation. The children face the weight of...1093false22fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-young-fur-traders-chapter-2-the-old-fur-trader-endeavours-to-fix-his-son-s-flint--75032563https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75032563Fri, 25 Sep 2026 18:30:04 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which we are introduced to the sturdy Fort Garry nestled on the icy banks of the Assiniboine River, where settlers lead a life marked by rugged frontier bustle and occasional bursts of youthful mischief. The narrative paints a lively tableau of...1291false23fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-young-fur-traders-chapter-3-the-counting-room--75032566https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75032566Fri, 25 Sep 2026 18:30:05 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which we are introduced to the small, wood-lined counting-room at Fort Garry and its three peculiar clerks, each with their own distinct character and habits, set against the backdrop of a fur-trading post’s rugged life. Plans are made for a...795false24fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-young-fur-traders-chapter-5-peter-mactavish-becomes-an-amateur-doctor--75032571https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75032571Sat, 26 Sep 2026 18:30:04 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which young Charley, having narrowly escaped serious injury, is tended with rustic remedies and affection amid the vast, untamed wilderness, surrounded by friends whose earnest yet amateur efforts at healing reveal the striking realities of...1490false26fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-young-fur-traders-chapter-4-a-wolf-hunt-in-the-prairies-charley-astonishes-his-father-and-breaks-in-the-noo-oss-effectually--75032569https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75032569Sat, 26 Sep 2026 18:30:05 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which the biting cold of the northern winter and the onset of spring’s thaw frame a spirited scene at Fort Garry, as young Charley Kennedy eagerly prepares for a wolf hunt amidst lively discussions about horses and the unpredictable antics of his...2041false25fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-young-fur-traders-chapter-6-spring-and-the-voyageurs--75032574https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75032574Sun, 27 Sep 2026 18:30:05 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which the advent of spring transforms the frozen wilderness into a vibrant tableau of life and activity, bringing new sounds, colours, and movement to Red River, whilst the hardy voyageurs, clad in their distinctive attire, gather at Fort Garry,...689false27fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-young-fur-traders-chapter-7-the-store--75032577https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75032577Sun, 27 Sep 2026 18:30:05 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which we are introduced to the bustling trading-store at Fort Garry, a place of eager anticipation and lively interaction where voyageurs receive their supplies and exchange stories, revealing the vivid customs and characters of the fur-trading...1969false28fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-young-fur-traders-chapter-8-farewell-to-kate-departure-of-the-brigade-charley-becomes-a-voyageur--75032578https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75032578Mon, 28 Sep 2026 18:30:06 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which the bustling fort becomes a scene of farewell and preparation as voyageurs ready their boats for a long journey, whilst tender partings unfold amidst the mixed emotions of youth and experience. Among these melancholy yet hopeful moments, a...713false29fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-young-fur-traders-chapter-9-the-voyage-the-encampment-a-surprise--75032580https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75032580Mon, 28 Sep 2026 18:30:06 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which the voyageurs embark on their northward journey with hearty songs and vigorous paddling, setting up camp on the lakeshore as firelight flickers amid the twilight, and the robust spirit of the wilderness life fills the air. Amidst the...2339false210fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-young-fur-traders-chapter-11-charley-and-harry-begin-their-sporting-career-without-much-success-whisky-john-catching--75032586https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75032586Tue, 29 Sep 2026 18:30:04 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which the young travellers endure a jostling morning afloat on Lake Winnipeg, their attempts at shooting gulls providing both amusement and mild mishap, while their guide maintains a stern composure amidst the lively chaos. At last they land for...1113false212fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-young-fur-traders-chapter-10-varieties-vexations-and-vicissitudes--75032583https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75032583Tue, 29 Sep 2026 18:30:05 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which the morning awakening of a backwoods camp is portrayed with vivid detail, capturing the varied dispositions of the voyageurs as they prepare to embark upon the lake’s tranquil waters. The episode gently leads us from the rustic bustle of...906false211fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-young-fur-traders-chapter-12-the-storm--75032589https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75032589Wed, 30 Sep 2026 18:30:05 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which the party battles a fierce thunderstorm while crossing a great lake, taking refuge and mending their spirits during days of enforced delay, and the thoughtful Indian guide Redfeather shares with the young travellers the poignant tale of his...2626false213fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-young-fur-traders-chapter-13-the-canoe-ascending-the-rapids-the-portage-deer-shooting-and-life-in-the-woods--75032592https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75032592Wed, 30 Sep 2026 18:30:05 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which our youthful adventurers, Charley and his experienced companion Jacques, navigate the challenges of northern rivers and wilderness with unfaltering spirit, overcoming rapids, portages, and tangled fallen trees. Their journey unfolds amidst...1878false214fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-young-fur-traders-chapter-14-the-indian-camp-the-new-outpost-charley-sent-on-a-mission-to-the-indians--75032594https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75032594Thu, 01 Oct 2026 18:30:04 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which the young traders embark upon a journey to establish a new trading post among the Knisteneux Indians, encountering the rich customs and warm hospitality of the tribe while nurturing hopes of friendship and fruitful commerce. As the men...1921false215fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-young-fur-traders-chapter-15-the-feast-charley-makes-his-first-speech-in-public-and-meets-with-an-old-friend-an-evening-in-the-grass--75032597https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75032597Thu, 01 Oct 2026 18:30:05 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which the young fur traders are honoured guests at a solemn Knisteneux feast, where customs of eating and ceremony are keenly observed amidst grave speeches and heartfelt orations, including the poignant farewell of Redfeather who resolves to seek...2002false216fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-young-fur-traders-chapter-16-the-return-narrow-escape-a-murderous-attempt-which-fails-and-a-discovery--75032599https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75032599Fri, 02 Oct 2026 18:30:04 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which the morning bursts forth in lively jubilation as Charley, Jacques, Redfeather, and Wabisca navigate treacherous river rapids with both skill and peril, narrowly escaping a deadly ambush through the timely aid of friendship and quick courage....1118false217fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-young-fur-traders-chapter-17-the-scene-changes-bachelor-s-hall-a-practical-joke-and-its-consequences--75032601https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75032601Fri, 02 Oct 2026 18:30:05 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which the young clerks at York Fort endure the harsh solitude and unvarying routine of an Arctic winter, finding relief in camaraderie, practical jokes, and occasional outdoor expeditions despite the stern warning such jests provoke. Their...2153false218fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-young-fur-traders-chapter-18-the-walk-continued-frozen-toes-an-encampment-in-the-snow--75032602https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75032602Sat, 03 Oct 2026 18:30:05 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which our intrepid travellers make their cautious way through deep snow and dense forest under the cold, solemn light of a winter's moon, contending with the challenges of snow-shoes and the biting chill of frost, until they seek refuge in a...1710false219fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-young-fur-traders-chapter-19-shows-how-the-accountant-and-harry-set-their-traps-and-what-came-of-it--75032604https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75032604Sat, 03 Oct 2026 18:30:05 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which two young trappers set out by moonlight to inspect an accountant’s traps along the North River, where they find and dispatch a rare silver fox and construct a cunning snow trap for the curious white foxes that soon disappoint their hopes....1119false220fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-young-fur-traders-chapter-20-the-accountant-s-story--75032608https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75032608Sun, 04 Oct 2026 18:30:03 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which the lively York Fort bustles with arriving brigades, and a tender-hearted newcomer named Peterkin becomes the reluctant subject of mischievous pranks amongst the hardened traders. Amidst this, a grim episode unfolds involving the doctor’s...1238false221fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-young-fur-traders-chapter-21-ptarmigan-hunting-hamilton-s-shooting-powers-severely-tested-a-snowstorm--75032609https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75032609Sun, 04 Oct 2026 18:30:05 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which the young adventurers awaken to piercing cold and rekindle their fire before embarking on a brisk winter day’s hunt for ptarmigan, navigating snow-cloaked landscapes and testing their mettle against the caprices of the northern wild. As they...1125false222fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-young-fur-traders-chapter-23-changes-harry-and-hamilton-find-that-variety-is-indeed-charming--75032613https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75032613Mon, 05 Oct 2026 18:30:04 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which the relentless grip of a harsh winter cloaks York Fort in unyielding frost and snow, whilst two young travellers, Harry Somerville and Hamilton, prepare to embark on a long and solitary journey to Norway House, guided by an Indian driver...1384false224fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-young-fur-traders-chapter-22-the-winter-packet-harry-hears-from-old-friends-and-wishes-that-he-was-with-them--75032611https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75032611Mon, 05 Oct 2026 18:30:05 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which the fort’s occupants are exhilarated by the arrival of long-awaited letters from home, stirring tender reflections on distant loved ones and the rugged life they lead. Among these dispatches, a spirited letter from old friends recounts...2232false223fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-young-fur-traders-chapter-25-good-news-and-romantic-scenery-bear-hunting-and-its-results--75032616https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75032616Tue, 06 Oct 2026 18:30:05 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which the spring thaw sets the scene for three intrepid voyageurs—Jacques, Harry, and Hamilton—as they embark on a spirited journey through the pristine wilderness, navigating lakes and rivers with hopeful hearts and youthful zest. Their tranquil...1292false226fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-young-fur-traders-chapter-24-hopes-and-fears-an-unexpected-meeting-philosophical-talk-between-the-hunter-and-the-parson--75032615https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75032615Tue, 06 Oct 2026 18:30:06 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which Harry Somerville and his companion Hamilton arrive at Norway House and, while awaiting their uncertain orders, befriend the experienced hunter Jacques Caradoc, who shares insights on the Canadian wilderness and his friendships among the...1504false225fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-young-fur-traders-chapter-26-an-unexpected-meeting-and-an-unexpected-deer-hunt-arrival-at-the-outpost--75032620https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75032620Wed, 07 Oct 2026 18:30:05 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which our young fur traders navigate the treacherous politics and rugged terrain of northern wilderness, encountering old friends and new challenges as they settle at the Stoney Creek outpost. Tensions rise amid unsettled grievances with the native...1746false227fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-young-fur-traders-chapter-27-the-chase-the-fight-retribution-low-spirits-and-good-news--75032621https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75032621Wed, 07 Oct 2026 18:30:05 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which the sudden and violent death of Mr Whyte unites friends and foes alike in pursuit of the desperate murderer, leading to a fierce woodland skirmish that tests the courage and endurance of the young fur traders. As winter sets in at Stoney...1757false228fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-young-fur-traders-chapter-29-the-first-day-at-home-a-gallop-in-the-prairie-and-its-consequences--75032625https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75032625Thu, 08 Oct 2026 18:30:03 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which the family enjoys a lively morning, filled with plans and spirited horse riding across the bright, blossoming prairies, where the young equestrians share tales and test their steeds’ mettle amidst the fresh spring air. The ride takes an...1047false230fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-young-fur-traders-chapter-28-old-friends-and-scenes-coming-events-cast-their-shadows-before--75032624https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75032624Thu, 08 Oct 2026 18:30:04 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which an affectionate family reunion unfolds at Red River, where the hearty Mr Kennedy eagerly anticipates news of his son Charley’s return, while the charming Kate, grown into a graceful young woman, gracefully presides over domestic affairs...1315false229fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-young-fur-traders-chapter-30-love-old-mr-kennedy-puts-his-foot-in-it--75032632https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75032632Fri, 09 Oct 2026 18:30:03 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which young Harry Somerville, finding himself alone one morning, confesses his deep affection for Kate Kennedy amidst the picturesque tranquillity of the riverbank bower, only to be interrupted by her astonished father’s emphatic disapproval and...1085false231fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-young-fur-traders-chapter-31-the-course-of-true-love-curiously-enough-runs-smooth-for-once-and-the-curtain-falls--75032636https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75032636Fri, 09 Oct 2026 18:30:04 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which the frost of winter settles upon Red River, and amid the shimmering snow, Kate’s marriage-day draws near with a gathering of old friends and lively backwoods merriment that fills the humble home with dances, songs, and warm fellowship. As...1651false232fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/black-ivory-chapter-2--75040322https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75040322Sat, 10 Oct 2026 18:30:04 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which the industrious Arab Yoosoof readies a cargo of emaciated slaves for shipment amidst the shadowy groves and corrupt trade of an East African coastal town, whilst introducing the delicate Azinté into a tangled web of local intrigue and...1812false32fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/black-ivory-chapter-1--75040318https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75040318Sat, 10 Oct 2026 18:30:05 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which a young English supercargo and a loyal seaman survive the wreck of their brig on the wild East African coast and find themselves at the mercy of a suspicious Arab trader and his armed men. The pair seek shelter and sustenance while grappling...1909false31fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/black-ivory-chapter-3--75040326https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75040326Sun, 11 Oct 2026 18:30:04 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which Captain Romer and his officers dine with the amiable yet complacent Governor Letotti, whose polished exterior conceals the harsh realities of slavery, while the cunning slave-trader Yoosoof plots and captures Englishmen to aid his illicit...1682false33fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/black-ivory-chapter-4--75040330https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75040330Sun, 11 Oct 2026 18:30:04 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which Harold Seadrift and his faithful companion Disco Lillihammer arrive at Zanzibar, set their minds to an adventurous expedition up the Zambesi river to observe commerce and the slave-trade firsthand, procuring goods, men, and an interpreter for...1638false34fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/black-ivory-chapter-5--75040334https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75040334Mon, 12 Oct 2026 18:30:04 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which our adventurous travellers, guided by the gentle flow of the Zambesi and the expertise of their native companions, enjoy a serene morning amid the splendid and curious creatures of the African wild, from industrious crabs to animated monkeys....1539false35fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/black-ivory-chapter-6--75040338https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75040338Mon, 12 Oct 2026 18:30:04 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which our intrepid travellers, newly immersed in the lush and teeming wilderness of equatorial Africa, encounter a vivid tapestry of exotic flora and fauna, and witness the grim realities of the slave trade along the Zambesi. Their compassion stirs...1867false36fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/black-ivory-chapter-7--75040343https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75040343Tue, 13 Oct 2026 18:30:03 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which our intrepid English travellers, amidst the wilds of Africa, encounter hostile savages yet manage to turn foes into friends through calmness and the plight of a rescued slave; and where their journey brings them face to face with the harsh...1132false37fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/black-ivory-chapter-8--75040346https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75040346Tue, 13 Oct 2026 18:30:04 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which the travellers enter the vast and life-filled swamp of the Shire River, witnessing both its natural wonders and the darker realities of cruelty and famine inflicted upon its people by slave-dealers and local tyrants. Amidst scenes of wild...1972false38fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/black-ivory-chapter-9--75040351https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75040351Wed, 14 Oct 2026 18:30:03 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which we observe, with a mixture of curiosity and respect, a Central African chief engaged in the artful and resourceful practice of hunting hippopotami by means of a cleverly devised trap. This episode gently elucidates the dignity and wisdom...656false39fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/black-ivory-chapter-10--75040356https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75040356Wed, 14 Oct 2026 18:30:03 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which the noble Kambira returns to his flourishing village nestled among fertile hills, where the industrious Manganja people live in harmony, cultivating their land and engaging in joyous communal pastimes, their lives enriched by simple yet...1551false310fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/black-ivory-chapter-11--75040361https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75040361Thu, 15 Oct 2026 18:30:04 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which our travellers pause at Kambira’s village, engaging in thoughtful discourse about the customs of the native inhabitants, and find amusement in the peculiar fashions and lively characters they encounter. The party then prepares for a hunting...1179false311fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/black-ivory-chapter-12--75040369https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75040369Thu, 15 Oct 2026 18:30:04 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which the intrepid hunters pitch their camp by a lake rich with wildlife and embark upon a spirited pursuit of diverse game, from zebras and buffaloes to wary elephants, amidst the untamed splendour of the African wilderness. The day's adventure...1840false312fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/black-ivory-chapter-13--75040373https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75040373Fri, 16 Oct 2026 18:30:04 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which the travellers observe the lively nocturnal customs of the native camp, partake in spirited debates and dances, and witness the chief Kambira’s deep distress over his lost wife Azinté, leading to an urgent departure for the coast under...1312false313fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/black-ivory-chapter-14--75040384https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75040384Fri, 16 Oct 2026 18:30:04 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which the travellers encamp beneath a vast baobab and share tales and songs around the campfire, whilst encountering the wild creatures of the African night, including a most formidable lion whose roar commands respect and caution. Their journey...1642false314fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/black-ivory-chapter-15--75040393https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75040393Sat, 17 Oct 2026 18:30:04 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which two Englishmen encounter a harrowing procession of chained slaves and, moved by compassion and outrage, courageously intervene to free them, only to discover the grim realities behind their captivity and the ruthless men who enforce it. Their...1377false315fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/black-ivory-chapter-16--75040404https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75040404Sat, 17 Oct 2026 18:30:04 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which the sorrowful Senhorina Maraquita laments the secret sale of her beloved slave Azinté by her father to a notorious trader, whilst Lieutenant Lindsay sets forth on a secretive and perilous cruise to track down the slavers along the East...1569false316fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/black-ivory-chapter-18--75040438https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75040438Sun, 18 Oct 2026 18:30:03 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which we are introduced to the slave-dealer Yoosoof and an English ship captain engaged in a heated discourse over the wickedness and consequences of the Zanzibar slave-trade, before Yoosoof undertakes a journey into the interior with a caravan of...1499false318fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/black-ivory-chapter-17--75040419https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75040419Sun, 18 Oct 2026 18:30:04 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which Lieutenant Lindsay, perplexed by the silence of his interpreter regarding the enigmatic Marizano, resorts to drastic measures to uncover vital information about the slaver’s movements along the coast. The narrative then follows the capture of...538false317fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/black-ivory-chapter-20--75040494https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75040494Mon, 19 Oct 2026 18:30:03 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which a close friendship blossoms between two unlikely companions through shared stories and reflections on faith, even as a ruthless slave-trader devastates a village and pursues them with ominous intent. The tale sets a sombre scene as the men...1329false320fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/black-ivory-chapter-19--75040457https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75040457Mon, 19 Oct 2026 18:30:04 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which Harold Seadrift and Disco Lillihammer, weakened by illness and captivity, find themselves under the protection of the thoughtful and hospitable chief Yambo after a violent encounter with enraged natives displaced by slavers. Amid the trials...1443false319fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/black-ivory-chapter-21--75040532https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75040532Tue, 20 Oct 2026 18:30:03 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which Harold and Disco traverse a grim and wearisome itinerary through a vast swamp, witnessing unspeakable cruelties inflicted on a slave procession that tests their strength and spirit, whilst tending to a dying captive with gentle compassion...1075false321fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/black-ivory-chapter-22--75040585https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75040585Tue, 20 Oct 2026 18:30:04 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which we are led through the grim and harrowing voyage of a slave gang forced along a fearful route to the coast and then packed like cargo on dhows bound for distant markets, their bodies and spirits broken by cruelty, disease, and despair. The...1500false322fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/black-ivory-chapter-23--75040645https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75040645Wed, 21 Oct 2026 18:30:03 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which the author solemnly addresses the urgent necessity of halting the slave-trade through its principal African channels while urging continuous vigilance and concerted international effort to uphold treaty obligations and enforce abolition. He...423false323fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/black-ivory-chapter-24--75040710https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75040710Wed, 21 Oct 2026 18:30:03 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which Harold Seadrift and his companions witness the brutal punishment of a slave and navigate the uneasy politics of Governor Letotti’s town, leading to a poignant farewell with Senhorina Maraquita amid the somber realities of slavery’s toll....1125false324fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/black-ivory-chapter-25--75040736https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75040736Thu, 22 Oct 2026 18:30:03 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which our observant and compassionate hero reveals the depths of his acquaintance with the slave-girl Azinté and her husband Kambira, embarking upon a bold plan to bring them to freedom and a better life at the Cape of Good Hope, amidst the...979false325fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-golden-dream-chapter-2-our-hero--75040746https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75040746Fri, 23 Oct 2026 18:30:03 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which we are introduced to Edward Sinton, a stalwart and spirited youth whose mind teems with dreams of far-off lands and golden adventure, stirred by lively accounts from California’s gold-fields. The kindly counsel of his uncle and a letter...799false42fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-golden-dream-chapter-1-adventures-in-the-far-west--75040744https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75040744Fri, 23 Oct 2026 18:30:04 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which young Ned Sinton finds himself transported to a magnificent cavern of solid gold, where the inhabitants, equally golden and strangely animated, celebrate the mysterious allure of California with unyielding devotion. Bewildered and restless,...729false41fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-golden-dream-chapter-3-hopes-and-fears--75040750https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75040750Sat, 24 Oct 2026 18:30:04 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which young Edward Sinton wrestles thoughtfully with his uncle’s wishes for his future, confronting the sober realities of a legal career under the stern Mr Moxton, even as a rugged seafaring kinsman presents an unexpected and adventurous...736false43fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-golden-dream-chapter-4-the-end-of-the-beginning--75040752https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75040752Sat, 24 Oct 2026 18:30:04 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which young Ned Sinton, after heartfelt farewells and wise counsel from his loving uncle, resolves to leave home and embark upon a bold adventure to distant California; their emotions mingling with the solemnity of a parting that may last forever....378false44fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-golden-dream-chapter-5-the-sea--75040754https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75040754Sun, 25 Oct 2026 18:30:03 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which the good ship Roving Bess, after enduring six months of varied perils and tempests at sea, confronts a fierce Pacific gale that tests the mettle of her captain and crew as they wrestle to save their vessel and precious cargo. At last, with...859false45fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-golden-dream-chapter-6-san-francisco--75040757https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75040757Sun, 25 Oct 2026 18:30:03 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which the Roving Bess arrives at the bustling, makeshift city of San Francisco during the height of the gold rush, revealing a scene of hurried fortunes, diverse nationalities, and precarious living conditions upon the golden strand. And in the...1484false46fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-golden-dream-chapter-7-the-fate-of-the-roving-bess--75040759https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75040759Mon, 26 Oct 2026 18:30:04 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which Captain Bunting, having lost his ship to a violent squall, reluctantly leases it before setting out for the gold-fields, while Ned Sinton encounters the harrowing realities of a San Francisco gambling saloon and befriends a troubled young...1984false47fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-golden-dream-chapter-8-our-hero-and-his-friends-start-for-the-diggings--75040788https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75040788Mon, 26 Oct 2026 18:30:04 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which a hardy party of gold-seekers, adorned in rugged miner’s attire and armed against the perils of the Californian wilderness, journeys across blooming plains and halts beneath a solitary oak to take their midday rest. They encounter the rough...2104false48fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-golden-dream-chapter-9-a-night-ride-in-the-woods--75040790https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75040790Tue, 27 Oct 2026 18:30:03 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which a group of adventurous travellers, weary but undaunted, make camp beside a quiet rivulet beneath a protective oak, where they share lively conversation and encounter a mysterious stranger before settling down to rest. The night’s uneasy...907false49fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-golden-dream-chapter-10-game-and-cookery--75040792https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75040792Tue, 27 Oct 2026 18:30:03 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which the travellers journey through the cheerful valleys and rugged hills of the Sacramento, encountering the plentiful game and a diverse company of miners whose toil and courage mark the landscape with hope and hardship; they arrive at the...1329false410fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-golden-dream-chapter-12-sabbath-at-the-diggings--75040796https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75040796Wed, 28 Oct 2026 18:30:02 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which the harsh and often corrupt environment of the Californian gold-fields is tempered by a small band of miners who resolve to honour the Sabbath with reading from the Bible, finding comfort and fellowship amid the prevailing disorder....1232false412fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-golden-dream-chapter-11-gold-washing--75040794https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75040794Wed, 28 Oct 2026 18:30:03 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which our adventurous party learns the practical art of gold-washing at Little Creek, selecting claims and experiencing the earnest labour and hopeful triumphs of their first prospecting days under the guidance of a seasoned miner. They are drawn...1697false411fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-golden-dream-chapter-13-kindness-to-strangers-in-distress--75040797https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75040797Thu, 29 Oct 2026 18:30:03 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which the resourceful Larry O’Neil acquires scarce provisions for a struggling family and the miners at Little Creek explore the uncertain and varied fortunes of their claims, their spirits lifted by Ned Sinton’s proposal to divert the river and...1077false413fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-golden-dream-chapter-14-the-new-diggings--75040800https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75040800Thu, 29 Oct 2026 18:30:03 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which a party of gold-hunters, enduring hardship and toil, eke out a promising claim by diverting a mountainous stream, only to have their discovery swiftly encroached upon by new competitors; and Captain Bunting, on a solitary hunting jaunt,...1878false414fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-golden-dream-chapter-15-ah-wow-saved-from-an-untimely-fate--75040802https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75040802Fri, 30 Oct 2026 18:30:03 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which the justice of a frontier mining settlement is made starkly evident through the near execution of an innocent man accused of theft, only to be saved by timely and reasoned intervention; and a restless spirit leads some among the diggers to...810false415fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-golden-dream-chapter-16-ned-and-tom-take-to-wandering--75040804https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75040804Fri, 30 Oct 2026 18:30:03 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which Ned Sinton and Tom Collins traverse a picturesque western valley, encountering the curious customs of the local digger Indians and narrowly escaping an affray with highwaymen before encountering a band of horsemen on their travels. They...2070false416fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-golden-dream-chapter-17-a-curious-and-valuable-draught--75040806https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75040806Sat, 31 Oct 2026 18:30:03 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which our travellers encounter a lone miner and discover the lively yet rugged village of Weaver Creek, where justice is sternly administered and the toils of gold-digging are plain to see; Ned, finding respite from their financial woes, turns his...1553false417fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-golden-dream-chapter-18-ned-s-new-profession-pays-admirably--75040808https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75040808Sat, 31 Oct 2026 18:30:03 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which the adventurous Ned Sinton and his companion Tom Collins find themselves newly prosperous in a bustling gold-mining settlement, Ned flourishing as a portrait painter amidst the lively influx of miners and speculators. Amidst humorous...967false418fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-golden-dream-chapter-20-grizzly-bear-catching-in-the-mountains--75040813https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75040813Sun, 01 Nov 2026 18:30:02 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which an early morning alarm leads a lively party to witness the capture of a formidable grizzly bear by means of a cunningly constructed trap, revealing both the creature’s strength and stubborn spirit. Afterwards, as the travellers press onward...899false420fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-golden-dream-chapter-19-the-wilderness-again--75040810https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75040810Sun, 01 Nov 2026 18:30:03 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which two adventurous friends, journeying through a secluded and splendid valley surrounded by towering mountains, encounter magnificent natural wonders such as colossal trees and an awe-inspiring waterfall that stirs their deepest reverence. Their...1413false419fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-golden-dream-chapter-21-curious-trees-and-still-more-curious-plains--75040814https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75040814Mon, 02 Nov 2026 18:30:03 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which our adventurous friends traverse magnificent forests and plains adorned with remarkable trees and gleaming quartz strewn with gold, only to uncover a solemn relic of lost emigrants, reminding us of the oft-harsh realities entwined with the...1735false421fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-golden-dream-chapter-22-powerful-effects-of-gold-on-the-aspect-of-things-in-general--75040817https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75040817Mon, 02 Nov 2026 18:30:03 +0000R. M. BallantyneIn which the bustling Little Creek diggings grow more crowded and chaotic with the discovery of gold beneath the very tents of the miners, prompting inventive and sometimes perilous efforts to extract the precious metal. Amidst relentless rains and...1212false422full