Episodes

  • The Adventures of Ferdinand Count Fathom Chapter 11

    The Adventures of Ferdinand Count Fathom Chapter 11
    Jul 12 2026
    In which the resourceful Ferdinand Count Fathom contrives a spirited encounter to defend the honour of his young charge, thereby earning esteem while fostering an alliance with a cunning gamester who exploits the victim’s weaknesses for gain. Yet, notwithstanding his wit and gallant attempts, Ferdinand finds the barriers of birth and title limit his prospects among the noble circles, compelling him to recalibrate his ambitions with a cheerful resilience.
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    7 mins
  • The Adventures of Ferdinand Count Fathom Chapter 2

    The Adventures of Ferdinand Count Fathom Chapter 2
    Jul 8 2026
    In which we are introduced to the peculiar infancy of Ferdinand Count Fathom, nurtured in an unconventional manner and marked by his mother’s restless spirit and resolute occupations amidst the shifting fortunes of military life. His early years unfold between the rough camaraderie of soldiers and the bustling scenes of camps and garrisons, all the while shaped by his mother’s sharp tongue and hopes tethered to the Europe’s looming conflicts.
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    7 mins
  • The Adventures of Ferdinand Count Fathom Preface

    The Adventures of Ferdinand Count Fathom Preface
    Jul 7 2026
    In which the reader is introduced to a novel by Tobias Smollett that departs from his usual vigorous and lively style, presenting characters and incidents with a melodramatic and romantic air rather than the familiar Georgian hustle and bustle. The work reveals a more structured, imaginative narrative that prefigures later romantic and detective fiction, though it frequently lacks the vitality and humour found in Smollett's earlier compositions.
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    9 mins
  • The Life and Adventures of Sir Launcelot Greaves Chapter 25

    The Life and Adventures of Sir Launcelot Greaves Chapter 25
    Jul 6 2026
    In which Sir Launcelot Greaves triumphantly unravels the conspiracy against him, vindicates his honour through legal means, and secures the happiness of those around him with wise generosity and just retribution. The narrative gently concludes with the joyful union of true affection and the harmonious restoration of social order, marked by heartfelt celebrations and promising futures.
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    31 mins
  • The Life and Adventures of Sir Launcelot Greaves Chapter 21

    The Life and Adventures of Sir Launcelot Greaves Chapter 21
    Jul 4 2026
    In which the tale of Captain Clewline and his wife is recounted, revealing the tragic fall of a once-respected couple to destitution and despair within the King’s Bench prison. Sir Launcelot witnesses the varied temperaments and fortunes of the imprisoned, discerning the true sufferers from those who merely mimic distress, and generously aids a family enduring genuine adversity.
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    27 mins
  • The Adventures of Ferdinand Count Fathom Chapter 7

    The Adventures of Ferdinand Count Fathom Chapter 7
    Jul 10 2026
    In which the young and artful Ferdinand Count Fathom discovers the unexpected affection of his mistress’s enchanting maid, Teresa, and cunningly resolves to employ her passion to further his own ambitious designs. With a mixture of eloquence and guile, he secures her oath-bound alliance, drawing her into a secret compact that intertwines their fates under a veil of amorous intrigue and whispered vows.
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    11 mins
  • The Life and Adventures of Sir Launcelot Greaves Chapter 24

    The Life and Adventures of Sir Launcelot Greaves Chapter 24
    Jul 5 2026
    In which Sir Launcelot Greaves, unjustly confined and branded mad, rouses his indignation and cunning his faithful friends to discover and execute his release from captivity, unveiling the secret machinations that oppressed him. Thereupon, amidst scenes of tender reunion and the careful plotting of justice, the knight embarks upon a noble endeavour to restore liberty to a kindred spirit similarly detained, whilst the fortunes of those around him take unexpected turns.
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    30 mins
  • The Life and Adventures of Sir Launcelot Greaves Chapter 19

    The Life and Adventures of Sir Launcelot Greaves Chapter 19
    Jul 3 2026
    In which Mr. Sycamore, styled the knight of the Griffin, challenges Sir Launcelot Greaves to a chivalrous combat over the affections of a lady, resulting in a dramatic and disorderly encounter marked by scruples, mishaps, and spirited brawls among their retainers. Meanwhile, the knight receives distressing news from Mrs. Dolly Cowslip concerning Miss Aurelia Darnel’s fortunes, prompting thoughtful resolutions and preparations for the journey back to London.
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    24 mins