Episodes

  • Black Ivory Chapter 10

    Black Ivory Chapter 10
    Oct 14 2026
    In 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 industrious customs and heartfelt bonds. But peace is soon disturbed by alarming rumours of slave raiders nearby, prompting cautious diplomacy and a spirited gathering that juxtaposes the village’s serene culture with the shadow of external peril.
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    26 mins
  • Black Ivory Chapter 8

    Black Ivory Chapter 8
    Oct 13 2026
    In 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 beauty and human suffering, they begin a journey on foot to seek news of Chimbolo’s wife and confront the harshness of the land and its troubled inhabitants.
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    33 mins
  • Black Ivory Chapter 6

    Black Ivory Chapter 6
    Oct 12 2026
    In 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 as they rescue a wounded captive from a cruel fate, prompting plans to venture further into the enigmatic highlands while preparing for the perils that lie ahead.
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    31 mins
  • Black Ivory Chapter 4

    Black Ivory Chapter 4
    Oct 11 2026
    In 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 the endeavour. Their encounters with the stark realities of the slave market and the bustling, troubled port of Quillimane reveal the complex and harsh world they are about to enter, as they prepare to push onwards into the African interior.
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    27 mins
  • Black Ivory Chapter 1

    Black Ivory Chapter 1
    Oct 10 2026
    In 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 with the harsh realities of their strange surroundings and the shadow of the slave trade that lurks nearby.
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    32 mins
  • The Young Fur Traders Chapter 31 - The Course of True Love, Curiously Enough, Runs Smooth for Once, and the Curtain Falls

    The Young Fur Traders Chapter 31 - The Course of True Love, Curiously Enough, Runs Smooth for Once, and the Curtain Falls
    Oct 9 2026
    In 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 night falls and sleigh-bells fade into the frosty air, bonds of friendship and faith intertwine, setting the stage for heartfelt farewells and the hopeful journeys that lie beyond the snowy woods.
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    28 mins
  • The Young Fur Traders Chapter 28 - Old Friends and Scenes—Coming Events Cast Their Shadows Before

    The Young Fur Traders Chapter 28 - Old Friends and Scenes—Coming Events Cast Their Shadows Before
    Oct 8 2026
    In 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 amidst a mischievous cat’s antics. Meanwhile, old friendships rekindle with deep emotion and sincere affection, as the tides of young love begin to stir quietly yet irrevocably between Kate and Harry Somerville.
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    22 mins
  • The Young Fur Traders Chapter 27 - The Chase—the Fight—Retribution—Low Spirits and Good News

    The Young Fur Traders Chapter 27 - The Chase—the Fight—Retribution—Low Spirits and Good News
    Oct 7 2026
    In 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 Creek, Charley and his companions grapple with sorrow and hardship, yet glimmers of hope dawn with the arrival of a missionary and hopeful letters offering reprieve and new duties beyond the wilderness.
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    29 mins