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Although A.E.W. Mason is perhaps best known for his adventure novel The Four Feathers, his literary prowess extends far beyond that single work. In Running Water, published in 1907, he crafts a captivating tale of romantic adventure set against the stunning backdrop of the high Alps, near Mont Blanc. Captain Hilary Chayne, fresh from four years of army service along the shores of the Red Sea, yearns for the exhilarating world of mountaineering—the ice, the rock, and the camaraderie that comes with it. His journey leads him to the enchanting Sylvia Thesiger, a young woman equally drawn to the...

Join us as we delve into the harrowing and inspiring journey of Ellen and William Craft, a courageous couple who escaped the bonds of slavery in 1848. With Ellen disguising herself as a white, literate man and William posing as her enslaved companion, their remarkable story unfolds—a testament to their resilience and determination in the pursuit of freedom. Please be advised that some scenes may contain distressing themes and language. (Summary by Newgatenovelist)

A podcast dedicated to the history of everything (and the great work that scholars are doing at the Metropolitan State University of Denver).Your podcast producers and history professors:Matthew MahrMonica BlackJennifer Koshatka Seman