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  • Henry VI, Part 2-William Shakespeare

    Henry VI, Part 2-William Shakespeare
    2026/10/10
    "Henry VI, Part 2" by William Shakespeare delves into the tumultuous political landscape of England during the Wars of the Roses, showcasing the struggle for power and the chaos that ensues when authority is contested. This play intricately weaves themes of ambition, betrayal, and the fragility of leadership, making it a timeless exploration of human nature and governance. Its portrayal of conflict and the quest for legitimacy resonates deeply in today's world, where power dynamics and political strife remain ever-relevant. Shakespeare's masterful characterizations and gripping dialogue invite listeners to reflect on the consequences of ambition and the complexities of loyalty, ensuring its enduring significance in the canon of literature.

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    3 時間 11 分
  • Devotions Upon Emergent Occasions Together With Death's Duel-John Donne

    Devotions Upon Emergent Occasions Together With Death's Duel-John Donne
    2026/09/12
    "Devotions Upon Emergent Occasions Together With Death's Duel" by John Donne is a profound exploration of faith, mortality, and the human experience in the face of life's uncertainties. Written during a time of personal illness and reflection, Donne's meditations offer timeless insights into the nature of existence and the spiritual struggles that accompany it. The work resonates today as it delves into themes of vulnerability, the quest for meaning, and the confrontation with death, reminding listeners of the enduring relevance of these existential questions.

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    9 時間 11 分
  • Advance of Science in the Last Half-Century - Thomas Henry Huxley

    Advance of Science in the Last Half-Century - Thomas Henry Huxley
    2026/08/30
    Thomas H. Huxley, an English biologist and essayist, was an advocate of the theory of evolution and a self-proclaimed agnostic. A talented writer, his essays helped to popularize science in the 19th century, and he is credited with the quote, "Try to learn something about everything and everything about something." In The Advance of Science in the Last Half Century, he presents a summary of the major developments in Physics, Chemistry and Biology during the period 1839-1889 and their impact on society, within the historical context of philosophical thought and scientific inquiry going back to Aristotle. Huxley’s clear and readable prose makes this subject equally enjoyable for both the student of scientific history and the casual listener alike. (Summary by J. M. Smallheer)
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    2 時間 13 分
  • Foxe's Book of Martyrs Vol 2 A History of the Lives Sufferings and Triumphant Deaths of the Early Christian and the Protestant Martyrs

    Foxe's Book of Martyrs Vol 2 A History of the Lives Sufferings and Triumphant Deaths of the Early Christian and the Protestant Martyrs
    2026/08/29
    The Book of Martyrs, by John Foxe, is an English Protestant account of the persecutions of Protestants, many of whom had died for their beliefs within the decade immediately preceding its first publication. It was first published by John Day, in 1563. Lavishly illustrated with many woodcuts, it was the largest publishing project undertaken in Britain up to that time. Commonly known as, "Foxe's Book of Martyrs", the work's full title begins with "Actes and Monuments of these Latter and Perillous Days, Touching Matters of the Church." There were many subsequent editions, by Day, and by other editors down through the years. Foxe's original work was enormous (the second edition filling two heavy folio volumes with a total of 2,300 pages, estimated to be twice as long as Edward Gibbon's "Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire." This edition is much abridged from Foxe's original. This book was first published shortly after the death of Queen Mary. During Mary's reign, common people of Protestant Christian faith were publicly burned at the stake in an attempt to eliminate dissension from Catholic doctrines. Foxe's account of Mary's reign and its martyrdoms form a significant part of the work. Foxe intended to justify the foundation of the Church of England as a continuation of the true and faithful ancient church, rather than as a new denomination. The work has a historic perspective. It begins with early Christian martyrs, and continues with the Inquisition, Wycliffe, and the Marian Persecutions. For the English Church, Foxe's book remains a fundamental witness to the sufferings of faithful Christian people at the hands of the anti-Protestant Roman Catholic authorities, and to the miracle of their endurance unto death. Roman Catholics often view Foxe's record of this period as extremely partisan and the primary propaganda piece for English anti-Catholicism. Among other objections, the accuracy of Foxe's claims regarding martyrdoms under Mary ignore the mingled political and religious aspects of the time period. Some of the victims may have been intent on removing Mary from the throne. Although the work is more accurate when dealing with events during Foxe's time, it is generally not a correct or impartial account of the period, and includes occasional "willful falsification of evidence" (Summary abridged from Wikipedia by Karen Merline)Foxes' Book of Martyrs, Vol 1
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    9 時間 32 分
  • Poems by Edward Thomas-Edward Thomas

    Poems by Edward Thomas-Edward Thomas
    2026/08/24
    Dive into the lives of four influential figures from the 16th and 17th century in Izaak Waltons captivating collection of biographies, Lives of John Donne, Henry Wotton, Richard Hooker, George Herbert, &C. Get to know the multifaceted personas of English author and diplomat Sir Henry Wotton, Anglican priest and theologian Richard Hooker, Welsh-born poet and priest George Herbert, and the celebrated metaphysical poet John Donne. Waltons intimate and detailed portrayal of these characters, stemming from his own personal acquaintances and shared love of angling, paints complete and balanced character portraits. With emphasis on their gentle dispositions and cheerful piety, Waltons biographies are less about precise knowledge and more about the harmonious depiction of character. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia and David Wales)
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    1 時間 31 分
  • To His Mistress Going to Bed-John Donne

    To His Mistress Going to Bed-John Donne
    2026/08/23
    Dive into the lives of four influential figures from the 16th and 17th century in Izaak Waltons captivating collection of biographies, Lives of John Donne, Henry Wotton, Richard Hooker, George Herbert, &C. Get to know the multifaceted personas of English author and diplomat Sir Henry Wotton, Anglican priest and theologian Richard Hooker, Welsh-born poet and priest George Herbert, and the celebrated metaphysical poet John Donne. Waltons intimate and detailed portrayal of these characters, stemming from his own personal acquaintances and shared love of angling, paints complete and balanced character portraits. With emphasis on their gentle dispositions and cheerful piety, Waltons biographies are less about precise knowledge and more about the harmonious depiction of character. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia and David Wales)

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    44 分
  • The Secret Key, And Other Verses-George Essex Evans

    The Secret Key, And Other Verses-George Essex Evans
    2026/08/22
    Dive into the lives of four influential figures from the 16th and 17th century in Izaak Waltons captivating collection of biographies, Lives of John Donne, Henry Wotton, Richard Hooker, George Herbert, &C. Get to know the multifaceted personas of English author and diplomat Sir Henry Wotton, Anglican priest and theologian Richard Hooker, Welsh-born poet and priest George Herbert, and the celebrated metaphysical poet John Donne. Waltons intimate and detailed portrayal of these characters, stemming from his own personal acquaintances and shared love of angling, paints complete and balanced character portraits. With emphasis on their gentle dispositions and cheerful piety, Waltons biographies are less about precise knowledge and more about the harmonious depiction of character. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia and David Wales)

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    3 時間 54 分
  • Beth Gêlert, or the Grave of the Greyhound-William Robert Spencer

    Beth Gêlert, or the Grave of the Greyhound-William Robert Spencer
    2026/08/21
    Dive into the lives of four influential figures from the 16th and 17th century in Izaak Waltons captivating collection of biographies, Lives of John Donne, Henry Wotton, Richard Hooker, George Herbert, &C. Get to know the multifaceted personas of English author and diplomat Sir Henry Wotton, Anglican priest and theologian Richard Hooker, Welsh-born poet and priest George Herbert, and the celebrated metaphysical poet John Donne. Waltons intimate and detailed portrayal of these characters, stemming from his own personal acquaintances and shared love of angling, paints complete and balanced character portraits. With emphasis on their gentle dispositions and cheerful piety, Waltons biographies are less about precise knowledge and more about the harmonious depiction of character. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia and David Wales)

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    1 時間 25 分