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The Von Arnim Library

The Von Arnim Library

By: Elizabeth von Arnim
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 Welcome to a quiet corner of the garden where stories unfold at their own agreeable pace. Here, the novels of Elizabeth von Arnim are read in full, accompanied only by the rustle of leaves and the occasional sigh of sensible rebellion. Expect sharp observations softened by sunshine, women who discover themselves between teacups and thunderstorms, and the particular comfort of laughter that knows exactly how serious life can be.

Whether you are escaping a crowded drawing room or simply wish for a companionable voice at day’s end, this podcast offers chapters like open windows: fresh air, gentle wit, and the reassuring sense that even the most tangled circumstances may yet resolve into something rather lovely.Public domain
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  • The Benefactress - Chapter 21

    The Benefactress - Chapter 21
    Mar 10 2026
    In which Anna wrestles with the uneasy complexity of her new household, the unwelcome attentions of Karlchen, and the fraught atmosphere among her guests, whilst tending to the challenges of her estate and the innocent yet embarrassing romantic folly of young Letty's German tutor. All the while, Anna’s thoughtful reflections and attempts at kindness reveal the tender, tangled undercurrents beneath the outward apathy, as she strives to bring peace and understanding to those around her.
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    26 mins
  • The Benefactress - Chapter 20

    The Benefactress - Chapter 20
    Mar 9 2026
    In which the idyllic onset of May in Northern Germany sets a tender scene for unexpected encounters and delicate social manoeuvres, as Karlchen arrives to meet the intriguing Miss Estcourt and navigates the curious mixture of affection, rivalry, and old acquaintances around her. Observations unfold with gentle irony, focusing on the subtle tensions of propriety, family reputations, and the reluctant interplay of hearts in the shadow of watchful elders.
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    17 mins
  • The Benefactress - Chapter 19

    The Benefactress - Chapter 19
    Mar 8 2026
    In which Anna, burdened by the complexities of her new household and the unexpected arrival of Karlchen, walks thoughtfully through the forest, contemplating the delicate balance between trust and suspicion among her charges. She encounters Axel, whose concern for her well-being leads to a candid and heartfelt exchange on the challenges of idealism and the harsh truths that accompany responsibility.
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    18 mins
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