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The Painted Veil
Immerse yourself in the intricate tapestry of human emotions and cultural complexities, as suggested by the evocative title "The Painted Veil." This podcast delves into themes of love, betrayal, and personal transformation set against the backdrop of colonial-era China, inviting listeners to explore the multifaceted nature of relationships and societal expectations. Each day, a new complete audiobook is featured, offering a rotating collection of narratives that examine the nuances of morality…
Episodes
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Day's Journey - Netta Syrett
"Day's Journey" by Netta Syrett explores the complexities of an ideal marriage that unravels when the husband falls in love with another woman. This poignant…
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Life's Little Ironies A Set Of Tales With Some Colloquial Sketches Entitled A Few Crusted Characters - Thomas Hardy
"Life's Little Ironies" presents a collection of eighteen short stories by the renowned storyteller Thomas Hardy, showcasing his keen observation of human…
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Catherine's Coquetries A Tale of French Country Life - Camille Debans
Catherine's Coquetries is a captivating tale of a beautiful woman who, despite being a respectable married individual, indulges in matchmaking, flirting, and…
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From Slave Cabin To Pulpit and Sketches Of Slave Life - Peter Randolph
"From Slave Cabin To Pulpit and Sketches Of Slave Life" is the poignant autobiography of Peter Randolph, a man born into slavery in 1825 who rose to become a…
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China and the Chinese - Herbert Allen Giles
"China and the Chinese" by Herbert Allen Giles presents a series of lectures aimed at broadening the understanding of Chinese culture, language, and history…
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Painted Veil - W Somerset Maugham
"Painted Veil" by W. Somerset Maugham is a timeless exploration of love, betrayal, and the quest for self-discovery set against the backdrop of 1920s England…
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Against The Grain or Against Nature - Joris-Karl Huysmans
“Against The Grain” by Joris-Karl Huysmans invites listeners into the eccentric world of Duc Jean Floressas Des Esseintes, a reclusive aesthete who seeks to…
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Life's Little Ironies A Set Of Tales With Some Colloquial Sketches Entitled A Few Crusted Characters - Thomas Hardy
"Life's Little Ironies" presents a collection of eighteen short stories by the renowned storyteller Thomas Hardy, showcasing his keen observation of human…
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Discovery of New Worlds - M B Synge
"Discovery of New Worlds" by M B Synge is the second volume in the captivating series, The Story of the World, which chronicles significant historical events…
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Actress in High Life An Episode in Winter Quarters - Susan Petigru King-Bowen
Set in 1812 Portugal, "Actress in High Life: An Episode in Winter Quarters" by Susan Petigru King-Bowen follows British officers, particularly focusing on Lady…
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Carpenter's World Travels Australia New Zealand and Some Other Islands of the South Seas - Frank G Carpenter
"Carpenter's World Travels Australia New Zealand and Some Other Islands of the South Seas" by Frank G Carpenter offers a captivating glimpse into the diverse…
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Flowers of Shakespeare - Esther Singleton
"Flowers of Shakespeare" by Esther Singleton is a delightful exploration of the various flowers that grace the works of William Shakespeare, organized…
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Chemical Phenomena in Life - Frederick Czapek
"Chemical Phenomena in Life" by Frederick Czapek offers a fascinating introduction to the chemistry of cells within the realm of plant physiology, reflecting…
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Game of Life and How to Play It - Florence Scovel Shinn
Florence Scovel Shinn's "Game of Life and How to Play It" explores the empowering philosophy of New Thought, emphasizing that individuals can shape their own…
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Deeper Christian Life - Andrew Murray
"Deeper Christian Life" by Andrew Murray invites listeners to reflect on the authenticity of their faith and the depth of their relationship with God…
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Faraday As A Discoverer - John Tyndall
"Faraday As A Discoverer" by John Tyndall delves into the life of the renowned scientist Michael Faraday, highlighting key moments that shaped his journey and…
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Spiritual Dialogue Between the Soul the Body Self-Love the Spirit Humanity and the Lord God - Saint Catherine of Genoa
"Spiritual Dialogue Between the Soul the Body Self-Love the Spirit Humanity and the Lord God" by Saint Catherine of Genoa offers profound insights into the…
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Carpenter's World Travels Alaska Our Northern Wonderland - Frank G Carpenter
"Carpenter's World Travels Alaska: Our Northern Wonderland" by Frank G. Carpenter invites listeners on an early twentieth-century journey through the…
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Discovery Of The Future - H G Wells
"The Discovery of the Future" by H. G. Wells is a profound philosophical exploration that delves into the nature of human thought and the potential for…
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Exploits and Triumphs in Europe of Paul Morphy the Chess Champion - Frederick Milnes Edge
"Exploits and Triumphs in Europe of Paul Morphy the Chess Champion" chronicles the remarkable journey of Paul Morphy, a chess prodigy from New Orleans, as he…
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First Love - Ivan Turgenev
"First Love" by Ivan Turgenev explores the universal theme of youthful passion through the poignant story of a boy who meets and ultimately loses the girl of…
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City at World's End - Edmond Hamilton
"City at World's End" by Edmond Hamilton explores the unexpected consequences of a surprise nuclear war that threatens to bring about the end of civilization…
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All for Love or The World Well Lost - John Dryden
All for Love is John Dryden's masterful retelling of the tragic love affair between Roman general Marc Antony and the enchanting Cleopatra, culminating in…
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Cynthia's Revels or The Fountain of Self-Love - Ben Jonson
"Cynthia's Revels," Ben Jonson's second "comical satire," offers a rich tapestry of personal satire and sharp, witty dialogue that critiques the follies of…
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Life's Little Ironies A Set Of Tales With Some Colloquial Sketches Entitled A Few Crusted Characters - Thomas Hardy
"Life's Little Ironies" presents a collection of eighteen short stories by the renowned storyteller Thomas Hardy, showcasing his keen observation of human…
- The Painted Veil
Catherine's Coquetries A Tale of French Country Life - Camille Debans
Catherine's Coquetries is a captivating tale of a beautiful woman who, despite being a respectable married individual, indulges in matchmaking, flirting, and…
- The Painted Veil
Actress in High Life An Episode in Winter Quarters - Susan Petigru King-Bowen
Set in 1812 Portugal, "Actress in High Life: An Episode in Winter Quarters" by Susan Petigru King-Bowen follows British officers, particularly focusing on Lady…
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Authentic Narrative of Some Remarkable and Interesting Particulars in the Life of John Newton - John Newton
"Authentic Narrative of Some Remarkable and Interesting Particulars in the Life of John Newton" offers a compelling glimpse into the early life of John Newton…
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Boys' Life of Abraham Lincoln - Helen Nicolay
The Boys’ Life of Abraham Lincoln by Helen Nicolay is a captivating biography that delves into the thoughts, personality, and beliefs of one of America's most…
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Cats Their Points and Characteristics with Curiosities of Cat Life and a Chapter on Feline Ailments - W Gordon Stables
"Cats: Their Points and Characteristics with Curiosities of Cat Life and a Chapter on Feline Ailments" by W. Gordon Stables offers an insightful exploration…
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Christian Home Life - S S Pugh
"Christian Home Life" by S S Pugh delves into the divine principles governing family relationships, emphasizing that these bonds, when infused with faith and…
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Five Beloved Stories by O Henry - O Henry
"Five Beloved Stories by O. Henry" is a delightful collection that showcases the brilliance of O. Henry's storytelling through five of his most cherished short…
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Backwash Of War The Human Wreckage Of The Battlefield As Witnessed By An American Hospital Nurse - Ellen Newbold La Motte
"Backwash of War: The Human Wreckage of the Battlefield as Witnessed by an American Hospital Nurse" by Ellen Newbold La Motte offers a haunting glimpse into…
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Dead Love Has Chains - Mary Elizabeth Braddon
"Dead Love Has Chains" by Mary Elizabeth Braddon delves into the complexities of human relationships and the weight of secrets, as it follows the journey of…
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Book of Love - Paolo Mantegazza
"Book of Love" by Paolo Mantegazza offers a captivating exploration of love through a scientific lens, beautifully translated from Italian. This work delves…
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Carpenter's World Travels France to Scandinavia - Frank G Carpenter
"Carpenter's World Travels France to Scandinavia" by Frank G. Carpenter is a captivating travelogue that takes listeners on a journey through the enchanting…
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Challenge of Waste - Stuart Chase
"The Challenge of Waste" by Stuart Chase critically explores the inefficiencies inherent in the competitive market system through a Veblenian lens, shedding…
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English Men of Science Their Nature and Nurture - Sir Francis Galton
"English Men of Science: Their Nature and Nurture" by Sir Francis Galton delves into a survey aimed at uncovering the individual differences and similarities…
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Across Mongolian Plains A Naturalist's Account of China's 'Great Northwest' - Roy Chapman Andrews
"Across Mongolian Plains: A Naturalist's Account of China's 'Great Northwest'" by Roy Chapman Andrews chronicles his adventurous 1918 journey through Northern…
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Futility A Novel on Russian Themes - William Alexander Gerhardi
Futility, a novel by William Alexander Gerhardi, offers a captivating exploration of the intricate relationship between English and Russian cultures through…
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Battle of Life - Charles Dickens
"Battle of Life" by Charles Dickens explores the complexities of love and relationships against the backdrop of a once-battlefield, emphasizing the real…
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Painted Veil - W Somerset Maugham
"Painted Veil" by W. Somerset Maugham is a timeless exploration of love, betrayal, and the quest for self-discovery set against the backdrop of 1920s England…
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