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  • Celtic Twilight-William Butler Yeats

    Celtic Twilight-William Butler Yeats
    Oct 10 2026
    Celtic Twilight by William Butler Yeats delves into the rich tapestry of Irish folklore and mythology, capturing the essence of the Celtic spirit and its connection to the mystical. This collection of poems and prose reflects Yeats's fascination with the supernatural and the ethereal, inviting listeners to explore a world where the boundaries between reality and fantasy blur. The themes of longing, spirituality, and the quest for identity resonate deeply today, reminding us of the enduring power of stories that connect us to our roots and heritage.
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    4 Std. und 11 Min.
  • Amoretti A sonnet sequence-Edmund Spenser

    Amoretti A sonnet sequence-Edmund Spenser
    Sep 12 2026
    "Amoretti," a sonnet sequence by Edmund Spenser, captures the essence of love, beauty, and the complexities of courtship through a series of intricately crafted poems. This collection reflects the poet's passionate pursuit of his beloved, exploring themes of desire, devotion, and the transformative power of love. Spenser's eloquent language and masterful use of the sonnet form make this work not only a significant contribution to English literature but also a timeless exploration of romantic ideals that continue to resonate today. The enduring nature of these themes invites listeners to reflect on their own experiences of love and longing, making "Amoretti" a compelling listen for anyone interested in the rich tapestry of human emotion.
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    1 Std. und 52 Min.
  • Prose Edda (Brodeur Translation)-Snorri Sturleson

    Prose Edda (Brodeur Translation)-Snorri Sturleson
    Sep 5 2026
    Fifty years ago the word “Byzantine” was used as a synonym for all that was corrupt and decadent, and the tale of the East-Roman Empire was dismissed by modern historians as depressing and monotonous. The great Gibbon had branded the successors of Justinian and Heraclius as a series of vicious weaklings, and for several generations no one dared to contradict him. Two books have served to undeceive the English reader, the monumental work of Finlay, published in 1856, and the more modern volumes of Mr. Bury, which appeared in 1889. Since they have written, the Byzantines no longer need an apologist, and the great work of the East-Roman Empire in holding back the Saracen, and in keeping alive throughout the Dark Ages the lamp of learning, is beginning to be realized. (Wikipedia) Oman starts with the arrival of Greek traders to establish a colony and ends "So the cry that God was great and Mohammed his prophet rang through the dome where thirty generations of patriarchs had celebrated the Holy Mysteries, and all Europe and Asia knew the end was come of the longest tale of Empire that Christendom has yet seen. Finis".
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    6 Std. und 21 Min.
  • Story of Manhattan-Charles Hemstreet

    Story of Manhattan-Charles Hemstreet
    Sep 4 2026
    Fifty years ago the word “Byzantine” was used as a synonym for all that was corrupt and decadent, and the tale of the East-Roman Empire was dismissed by modern historians as depressing and monotonous. The great Gibbon had branded the successors of Justinian and Heraclius as a series of vicious weaklings, and for several generations no one dared to contradict him. Two books have served to undeceive the English reader, the monumental work of Finlay, published in 1856, and the more modern volumes of Mr. Bury, which appeared in 1889. Since they have written, the Byzantines no longer need an apologist, and the great work of the East-Roman Empire in holding back the Saracen, and in keeping alive throughout the Dark Ages the lamp of learning, is beginning to be realized. (Wikipedia) Oman starts with the arrival of Greek traders to establish a colony and ends "So the cry that God was great and Mohammed his prophet rang through the dome where thirty generations of patriarchs had celebrated the Holy Mysteries, and all Europe and Asia knew the end was come of the longest tale of Empire that Christendom has yet seen. Finis".
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    3 Std. und 45 Min.
  • Easter Mystery Of Jesus Christ; A Miscellany Of Readings, Poems, And Hymn Texts-Various

    Easter Mystery Of Jesus Christ; A Miscellany Of Readings, Poems, And Hymn Texts-Various
    Sep 3 2026
    Fifty years ago the word “Byzantine” was used as a synonym for all that was corrupt and decadent, and the tale of the East-Roman Empire was dismissed by modern historians as depressing and monotonous. The great Gibbon had branded the successors of Justinian and Heraclius as a series of vicious weaklings, and for several generations no one dared to contradict him. Two books have served to undeceive the English reader, the monumental work of Finlay, published in 1856, and the more modern volumes of Mr. Bury, which appeared in 1889. Since they have written, the Byzantines no longer need an apologist, and the great work of the East-Roman Empire in holding back the Saracen, and in keeping alive throughout the Dark Ages the lamp of learning, is beginning to be realized. (Wikipedia) Oman starts with the arrival of Greek traders to establish a colony and ends "So the cry that God was great and Mohammed his prophet rang through the dome where thirty generations of patriarchs had celebrated the Holy Mysteries, and all Europe and Asia knew the end was come of the longest tale of Empire that Christendom has yet seen. Finis".
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    3 Std. und 48 Min.
  • Puck of Pook's Hill (version 2)-Rudyard Kipling

    Puck of Pook's Hill (version 2)-Rudyard Kipling
    Sep 2 2026
    Fifty years ago the word “Byzantine” was used as a synonym for all that was corrupt and decadent, and the tale of the East-Roman Empire was dismissed by modern historians as depressing and monotonous. The great Gibbon had branded the successors of Justinian and Heraclius as a series of vicious weaklings, and for several generations no one dared to contradict him. Two books have served to undeceive the English reader, the monumental work of Finlay, published in 1856, and the more modern volumes of Mr. Bury, which appeared in 1889. Since they have written, the Byzantines no longer need an apologist, and the great work of the East-Roman Empire in holding back the Saracen, and in keeping alive throughout the Dark Ages the lamp of learning, is beginning to be realized. (Wikipedia) Oman starts with the arrival of Greek traders to establish a colony and ends "So the cry that God was great and Mohammed his prophet rang through the dome where thirty generations of patriarchs had celebrated the Holy Mysteries, and all Europe and Asia knew the end was come of the longest tale of Empire that Christendom has yet seen. Finis".
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    7 Std. und 12 Min.
  • Daughter Of The Vine-Gertrude Atherton

    Daughter Of The Vine-Gertrude Atherton
    Sep 1 2026
    Fifty years ago the word “Byzantine” was used as a synonym for all that was corrupt and decadent, and the tale of the East-Roman Empire was dismissed by modern historians as depressing and monotonous. The great Gibbon had branded the successors of Justinian and Heraclius as a series of vicious weaklings, and for several generations no one dared to contradict him. Two books have served to undeceive the English reader, the monumental work of Finlay, published in 1856, and the more modern volumes of Mr. Bury, which appeared in 1889. Since they have written, the Byzantines no longer need an apologist, and the great work of the East-Roman Empire in holding back the Saracen, and in keeping alive throughout the Dark Ages the lamp of learning, is beginning to be realized. (Wikipedia) Oman starts with the arrival of Greek traders to establish a colony and ends "So the cry that God was great and Mohammed his prophet rang through the dome where thirty generations of patriarchs had celebrated the Holy Mysteries, and all Europe and Asia knew the end was come of the longest tale of Empire that Christendom has yet seen. Finis".
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    5 Std. und 27 Min.