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In 1911, decades before California's coast Highway 1 was built, an Englishman rode 2000 miles on horseback the length of California, from Mexico to Oregon. On the way he is courteously received at isolated ranches, has many quiet adventures, and is...
Silas Marner (originally published in 1861): Betrayed by a beloved friend and accused of a crime he didn’t commit, awkward Silas Marner is expelled from his beloved religious community — the only community he has ever known.
Philip Dru: Administrator: a Story of Tomorrow, 1920-1935 is a futuristic political novel published anonymously in 1912 by Edward Mandell House,
De Profundis is a poignant piece penned by Oscar Wilde during his two-year imprisonment for gross indecency. This powerful and introspective work is a deeply moving letter that navigates through his life and expresses his profound love for Lord Alfred...
Dive into the riveting autobiography of Josiah Henson, a man who was once a slave but broke his chains to become a free citizen of Canada. His life story, as penned by Samuel Atkins Eliot, was the powerful inspiration behind Harriet Beecher Stowes...
Step into the stark realities of 19th-century New York City with Jacob Riis's "How the Other Half Lives." This podcast provides a vivid portrayal of urban poverty, immigration, and social reform through Riis's groundbreaking photojournalism. Engage with insightful discussions that shed light on the historical context and enduring relevance of Riis's work.
