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In this gripping tale, Laevsky finds himself in a small seaside town in the Caucasus after abandoning his old life for Nadyezhda Fyodorovna, another man’s wife. However, the dreams of a fresh start quickly fade as Laevsky succumbs to a life of idleness, filled with drinking and card games, while Nadyezhda seeks solace in other affairs. As Laevsky devises a plan to escape once more—this time without his mistress—he crosses paths with the rationalist Von Koren, who is a staunch believer in Darwinian principles of natural selection. When tensions rise and Laevskys frustrations boil over, ...

Orphaned and burdened with the responsibility of raising her younger sisters, Mabel dedicates her days to sewing, enduring long hours and meager pay. With unwavering faith, she confronts the challenges of their harsh reality, while her spirited sister grapples with feelings of injustice. Determined to unveil the hidden truths behind their misfortunes, Mabels journey is one of resilience and discovery. This captivating tale will resonate with fans of heartfelt family dramas, light-hearted mysteries, biting social critiques, and, of course, sewing machines! (Jennifer Fournier)

If Winter Comes is a poignant exploration of the complexities of an unhappy marriage, the heart-wrenching journey of divorce, and the tragic tale of an unwed mother who takes her own life. This groundbreaking novel, which captivated readers and became the best-selling book in the United States for all of 1922, delves into themes that resonate even today. (Summary by Wikipedia)

In Thyrza, we follow the life of a working-class woman who finds herself the object of affection for three very different men. Though she is engaged to a kind-hearted man from her own social class, her heart begins to lean towards a wealthy Oxford student who is grappling with his own uncertain future. As their love story unfolds, the journey to happiness becomes anything but straightforward. - Summary by Stav Nisser.

In the heart of western Canada, Dave runs a bustling lumber mill, a cornerstone of the village of Malkern. While he has forged trusting bonds with some of his workers, others leave him uneasy, and some remain shrouded in mystery. Despite his ungainly appearance, Daves kind heart has endeared him to the locals, who recognize his significant contributions to their community. Among his friends is Betty, who has pledged her future to Jim Truscott, a man seeking gold in the Yukon to secure their dreams. Dave has promised to watch over Betty in Jims absence, but when Jim returns, he is a shadow of ...

At just 21 years old, Iris Bellamy became a widow, and now, five years later, she finds herself trapped by the constraints of her late husbands will. If she remarries, she risks losing everything—shed be left penniless. The irony? If she were to marry a wealthy man, her claim to her husbands estate would no longer be vital. Yet, the rich often come with their own set of flaws, while the men who truly capture her heart are as broke as church mice. What path will Iris choose in this tangled web of love and financial survival? - Summary by ToddHW

Beneath the surface of this captivating short play lies a rich tapestry woven from the threads of a murder investigation set in rural America. Yet, Trifles transcends its plot, delving into the intricate dynamics between men and women, husbands and wives. It highlights the often-ignored details—the trifles—that reveal profound truths about human relationships and lives. (Summary by Arielle Lipshaw) Cast George Henderson (County Attorney) mb, Henry Peters (Sheriff) Guero, Lewis Hale (a neighboring farmer) Anthony, Mrs. Peters Arielle Lipshaw, Mrs. Hale Elizabeth Klett, Narrator David ...

Inheriting a vast fortune can change lives in unimaginable ways, as three individuals discover in this gripping tale. A good-hearted man finds his future altered when his uncles last-minute will leaves him empty-handed. His cousin, the sole heir, faces unexpected challenges that prevent him from truly enjoying his newfound wealth. Meanwhile, a desperate gambler yearns for a windfall that could change his fate. As their paths intertwine, the consequences prove deadly for at least one of them. (Summary by Carolin)

In a world where love, anger, and disappointment intertwine, the baron tirelessly pursues doomed ventures, clinging to the hope that the next one will succeed. Meanwhile, his wife seeks financial assistance from their wealthy friends, leaving a void in their family. Enter Erika, a spirited 14-year-old girl navigating the complexities of her parents troubled relationship while striving to carve out her own identity and discover love. Written under the pseudonym Ossip Schubin, Aloisia Kirschner invites readers into this poignant tale of growth and resilience. - Summary by Stav Nisser

In Two On A Tower, we delve into the poignant tale of two star-crossed lovers the youthful amateur astronomer Swithin St. Cleeve and the disenchanted Viviette Constantine, a woman several years his senior, trapped in an unfulfilling marriage. Each night, Swithin ascends the ancient tower nestled within the grounds of the Constantine estate, where Lady Constantine joins him in his celestial pursuits. As she encourages his astronomical dreams by providing him with the necessary equipment, their bond deepens, leading to a series of unexpected twists and turns. This beautifully woven narrative ...

In 1927, Niels Bohr and Albert Einstein began a debate about the interpretation and meaning of the new quantum theory. This would become one of the most famous debates in the history of science. What (if any) limits should we place on our expectations for what science can tell us about physical reality? As Quantum Drama reveals, science owes a large debt to those who kept the discussions going before definitive experimental inquiries became possible. Although experiment moved the Bohr-Einstein debate to a new level, it has by no means removed or resolved the fundamental question.

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After a career-ending scandal, a scientist retreats with her companion AI into the lonely mountains - only to uncover secrets buried in the woods… and perhaps in her own mind. Frequency is an audio horror drama of strange signals, haunted airwaves, and hidden truths. Told through the thoughts of neuroscientist Elise, it follows her struggle to reckon with her past - and the people forever changed by her work. Content Warning: This show contains themes of isolation, paranoia, and horror. Listener discretion advised. If you enjoy The Magnus Archives, Archive 81, or Limetown, and stories that ...

In If I Had a Father, Arthur Gervaise, a talented sculptor from London, grapples with the realization of his deep love for a woman, only to discover it too late. Unbeknownst to him, his estranged father is secretly striving to support him from the shadows. Meanwhile, an elderly man desperately searches for his missing daughter, convinced that Arthur holds the key to her disappearance. The unwavering devotion of these two fathers to their adult children forces everyone around them to confront and redefine their own perceptions of fatherhood. - Summary by Devorah Allen

Step into the living voice of history.This podcast presents complete, unabridged audiobooks from the 16th, 17th, and 18th centuries—an era that shaped theology, philosophy, literature, and the moral imagination of the modern world. Each episode features a full classical work, faithfully narrated and preserved for modern listeners.From early modern theology and devotional writings to foundational works of philosophy, history, and moral reflection, these recordings restore the original cadence, gravity, and depth of texts too often reduced to excerpts or summaries.🎧 What you’ll find here:...

Did you know that woodpeckers are capable of learning simple codes? Hooded crows can form connections with humans? A jay's call affects the behaviour of surrounding squirrels? All these fascinating bird activities and more are revealed in The Hidden Life of Garden Birds. Unusual feeding behaviour is just the tip of the iceberg. From territorial conflict and strange relationships with man, to breeding and nesting oddities, this book exposes all the drama behind garden birds' everyday survival - making it the perfect gift for birdwatchers.

From the ashes of a shattered world to the dawn of a restored Earth, Children of Light, Children of Shadow unveils the hidden war behind human history. In sweeping allegorical chronicles, Trey Knowles lifts truth beyond galaxies, kingdoms, and ages, revealing the cosmic struggle that has shaped humanity since the beginning of time. Long before Earth was formed, a distant realm known as Rehab gave rise to beings of brilliance and pride—the Anunnaki. Their rebellion consumed their world, tore open the Phantom Zone, and cast them toward the newborn Earth. Their arrival ignited a deception so ...

When George Mottershead moved to the village of Upton-by-Chester in 1930 to realise his dream of opening a zoo without bars, his four-year-old daughter June had no idea how extraordinary her life would become. Soon her best friend was a chimpanzee called Mary, lion cubs and parrots were vying...

From the end of the 19th century until his death, one of history's most brilliant mathematicians languished in an asylum. The Mystery of the Aleph tells the story of Georg Cantor (1845-1918), a Russian-born German who created set theory, the concept of infinite numbers, and the "continuum...

An extraordinary story of a girl, her grandfather and one of nature’s most mysterious and beguiling creatures: the honeybee. Meredith May recalls the first time a honeybee crawled on her arm. She was five years old, her parents had recently split and suddenly she found herself in the care of...