Episodes

  • 036 - Vol 3 - Chapter 4

    036 - Vol 3 - Chapter 4
    Feb 14 2026
    Maria Edgeworth, a remarkable Anglo-Irish author, made significant contributions to both adult and childrens literature. Renowned as one of the pioneers of realism in childrens writing, she played a crucial role in shaping the European novel. With progressive views for her era on topics like estate management, politics, and education, Edgeworths work remains highly relevant. In 1830, at the age of sixty, she embarked on her final and arguably most celebrated novel, Helen. A glance at this work reveals a striking departure from her earlier style, marking a transition from the eighteenth century to a more modern narrative, poised on the brink of the Victorian era. Discover what a biographer has to say about this significant literary piece. (Summary from Wikipedia) Additional Proof Listening David Lawrence
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    28 mins
  • 035 - Vol 3 - Chapter 3

    035 - Vol 3 - Chapter 3
    Feb 13 2026
    Maria Edgeworth, a remarkable Anglo-Irish author, made significant contributions to both adult and childrens literature. Renowned as one of the pioneers of realism in childrens writing, she played a crucial role in shaping the European novel. With progressive views for her era on topics like estate management, politics, and education, Edgeworths work remains highly relevant. In 1830, at the age of sixty, she embarked on her final and arguably most celebrated novel, Helen. A glance at this work reveals a striking departure from her earlier style, marking a transition from the eighteenth century to a more modern narrative, poised on the brink of the Victorian era. Discover what a biographer has to say about this significant literary piece. (Summary from Wikipedia) Additional Proof Listening David Lawrence
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    46 mins
  • 034 - Vol 3 - Chapter 2

    034 - Vol 3 - Chapter 2
    Feb 12 2026
    Maria Edgeworth, a remarkable Anglo-Irish author, made significant contributions to both adult and childrens literature. Renowned as one of the pioneers of realism in childrens writing, she played a crucial role in shaping the European novel. With progressive views for her era on topics like estate management, politics, and education, Edgeworths work remains highly relevant. In 1830, at the age of sixty, she embarked on her final and arguably most celebrated novel, Helen. A glance at this work reveals a striking departure from her earlier style, marking a transition from the eighteenth century to a more modern narrative, poised on the brink of the Victorian era. Discover what a biographer has to say about this significant literary piece. (Summary from Wikipedia) Additional Proof Listening David Lawrence
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    24 mins
  • 033 - Vol 3 - Chapter 1

    033 - Vol 3 - Chapter 1
    Feb 11 2026
    Maria Edgeworth, a remarkable Anglo-Irish author, made significant contributions to both adult and childrens literature. Renowned as one of the pioneers of realism in childrens writing, she played a crucial role in shaping the European novel. With progressive views for her era on topics like estate management, politics, and education, Edgeworths work remains highly relevant. In 1830, at the age of sixty, she embarked on her final and arguably most celebrated novel, Helen. A glance at this work reveals a striking departure from her earlier style, marking a transition from the eighteenth century to a more modern narrative, poised on the brink of the Victorian era. Discover what a biographer has to say about this significant literary piece. (Summary from Wikipedia) Additional Proof Listening David Lawrence
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    22 mins
  • 032 - Vol 2 - Chapter 16

    032 - Vol 2 - Chapter 16
    Feb 10 2026
    Maria Edgeworth, a remarkable Anglo-Irish author, made significant contributions to both adult and childrens literature. Renowned as one of the pioneers of realism in childrens writing, she played a crucial role in shaping the European novel. With progressive views for her era on topics like estate management, politics, and education, Edgeworths work remains highly relevant. In 1830, at the age of sixty, she embarked on her final and arguably most celebrated novel, Helen. A glance at this work reveals a striking departure from her earlier style, marking a transition from the eighteenth century to a more modern narrative, poised on the brink of the Victorian era. Discover what a biographer has to say about this significant literary piece. (Summary from Wikipedia) Additional Proof Listening David Lawrence
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    36 mins
  • 031 - Vol 2 - Chapter 15

    031 - Vol 2 - Chapter 15
    Feb 9 2026
    Maria Edgeworth, a remarkable Anglo-Irish author, made significant contributions to both adult and childrens literature. Renowned as one of the pioneers of realism in childrens writing, she played a crucial role in shaping the European novel. With progressive views for her era on topics like estate management, politics, and education, Edgeworths work remains highly relevant. In 1830, at the age of sixty, she embarked on her final and arguably most celebrated novel, Helen. A glance at this work reveals a striking departure from her earlier style, marking a transition from the eighteenth century to a more modern narrative, poised on the brink of the Victorian era. Discover what a biographer has to say about this significant literary piece. (Summary from Wikipedia) Additional Proof Listening David Lawrence
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    26 mins
  • 030 - Vol 2 - Chapter 14

    030 - Vol 2 - Chapter 14
    Feb 8 2026
    Maria Edgeworth, a remarkable Anglo-Irish author, made significant contributions to both adult and childrens literature. Renowned as one of the pioneers of realism in childrens writing, she played a crucial role in shaping the European novel. With progressive views for her era on topics like estate management, politics, and education, Edgeworths work remains highly relevant. In 1830, at the age of sixty, she embarked on her final and arguably most celebrated novel, Helen. A glance at this work reveals a striking departure from her earlier style, marking a transition from the eighteenth century to a more modern narrative, poised on the brink of the Victorian era. Discover what a biographer has to say about this significant literary piece. (Summary from Wikipedia) Additional Proof Listening David Lawrence
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    27 mins
  • 029 - Vol 2 - Chapter 13

    029 - Vol 2 - Chapter 13
    Feb 7 2026
    Maria Edgeworth, a remarkable Anglo-Irish author, made significant contributions to both adult and childrens literature. Renowned as one of the pioneers of realism in childrens writing, she played a crucial role in shaping the European novel. With progressive views for her era on topics like estate management, politics, and education, Edgeworths work remains highly relevant. In 1830, at the age of sixty, she embarked on her final and arguably most celebrated novel, Helen. A glance at this work reveals a striking departure from her earlier style, marking a transition from the eighteenth century to a more modern narrative, poised on the brink of the Victorian era. Discover what a biographer has to say about this significant literary piece. (Summary from Wikipedia) Additional Proof Listening David Lawrence
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    21 mins