Episodes

  • 011 - The Manchester Marriage

    011 - The Manchester Marriage
    Feb 23 2026
    Join Elizabeth Gaskell as she weaves captivating tales across the pages of Charles Dickens Household Words, where she published 18 short works between 1850 and 1858. This collection is a delightful continuation of the Librivox series, featuring recordings of 7 pieces from 1854 to 1858. Within these stories, youll encounter two of Gaskells most significant shorter works Half a Lifetime Ago, which transports you to the picturesque English Lake District, and The Poor Clare, where a bewitched heroine is relentlessly pursued by her mischievous double. Additionally, The Sin of a Father and The Manchester Marriage offer thought-provoking narratives with compelling messages. The collection opens with three insightful documentary pieces born from Gaskells travels in France. (Phil Benson)
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    1 hr and 13 mins
  • 010 - The Sin of a Father

    010 - The Sin of a Father
    Feb 23 2026
    Join Elizabeth Gaskell as she weaves captivating tales across the pages of Charles Dickens Household Words, where she published 18 short works between 1850 and 1858. This collection is a delightful continuation of the Librivox series, featuring recordings of 7 pieces from 1854 to 1858. Within these stories, youll encounter two of Gaskells most significant shorter works Half a Lifetime Ago, which transports you to the picturesque English Lake District, and The Poor Clare, where a bewitched heroine is relentlessly pursued by her mischievous double. Additionally, The Sin of a Father and The Manchester Marriage offer thought-provoking narratives with compelling messages. The collection opens with three insightful documentary pieces born from Gaskells travels in France. (Phil Benson)
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    51 mins
  • 009 - The Poor Clare Part 3

    009 - The Poor Clare Part 3
    Feb 23 2026
    Join Elizabeth Gaskell as she weaves captivating tales across the pages of Charles Dickens Household Words, where she published 18 short works between 1850 and 1858. This collection is a delightful continuation of the Librivox series, featuring recordings of 7 pieces from 1854 to 1858. Within these stories, youll encounter two of Gaskells most significant shorter works Half a Lifetime Ago, which transports you to the picturesque English Lake District, and The Poor Clare, where a bewitched heroine is relentlessly pursued by her mischievous double. Additionally, The Sin of a Father and The Manchester Marriage offer thought-provoking narratives with compelling messages. The collection opens with three insightful documentary pieces born from Gaskells travels in France. (Phil Benson)
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    36 mins
  • 008 - The Poor Clare Part 2

    008 - The Poor Clare Part 2
    Feb 23 2026
    Join Elizabeth Gaskell as she weaves captivating tales across the pages of Charles Dickens Household Words, where she published 18 short works between 1850 and 1858. This collection is a delightful continuation of the Librivox series, featuring recordings of 7 pieces from 1854 to 1858. Within these stories, youll encounter two of Gaskells most significant shorter works Half a Lifetime Ago, which transports you to the picturesque English Lake District, and The Poor Clare, where a bewitched heroine is relentlessly pursued by her mischievous double. Additionally, The Sin of a Father and The Manchester Marriage offer thought-provoking narratives with compelling messages. The collection opens with three insightful documentary pieces born from Gaskells travels in France. (Phil Benson)
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    1 hr and 17 mins
  • 007 - The Poor Clare Part 1

    007 - The Poor Clare Part 1
    Feb 23 2026
    Join Elizabeth Gaskell as she weaves captivating tales across the pages of Charles Dickens Household Words, where she published 18 short works between 1850 and 1858. This collection is a delightful continuation of the Librivox series, featuring recordings of 7 pieces from 1854 to 1858. Within these stories, youll encounter two of Gaskells most significant shorter works Half a Lifetime Ago, which transports you to the picturesque English Lake District, and The Poor Clare, where a bewitched heroine is relentlessly pursued by her mischievous double. Additionally, The Sin of a Father and The Manchester Marriage offer thought-provoking narratives with compelling messages. The collection opens with three insightful documentary pieces born from Gaskells travels in France. (Phil Benson)
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    33 mins
  • 006 - Half a Lifetime Ago Part 3

    006 - Half a Lifetime Ago Part 3
    Feb 23 2026
    Join Elizabeth Gaskell as she weaves captivating tales across the pages of Charles Dickens Household Words, where she published 18 short works between 1850 and 1858. This collection is a delightful continuation of the Librivox series, featuring recordings of 7 pieces from 1854 to 1858. Within these stories, youll encounter two of Gaskells most significant shorter works Half a Lifetime Ago, which transports you to the picturesque English Lake District, and The Poor Clare, where a bewitched heroine is relentlessly pursued by her mischievous double. Additionally, The Sin of a Father and The Manchester Marriage offer thought-provoking narratives with compelling messages. The collection opens with three insightful documentary pieces born from Gaskells travels in France. (Phil Benson)
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    37 mins
  • 005 - Half a Lifetime Ago Part 2

    005 - Half a Lifetime Ago Part 2
    Feb 23 2026
    Join Elizabeth Gaskell as she weaves captivating tales across the pages of Charles Dickens Household Words, where she published 18 short works between 1850 and 1858. This collection is a delightful continuation of the Librivox series, featuring recordings of 7 pieces from 1854 to 1858. Within these stories, youll encounter two of Gaskells most significant shorter works Half a Lifetime Ago, which transports you to the picturesque English Lake District, and The Poor Clare, where a bewitched heroine is relentlessly pursued by her mischievous double. Additionally, The Sin of a Father and The Manchester Marriage offer thought-provoking narratives with compelling messages. The collection opens with three insightful documentary pieces born from Gaskells travels in France. (Phil Benson)
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    29 mins
  • 004 - Half a Lifetime Ago Part 1

    004 - Half a Lifetime Ago Part 1
    Feb 23 2026
    Join Elizabeth Gaskell as she weaves captivating tales across the pages of Charles Dickens Household Words, where she published 18 short works between 1850 and 1858. This collection is a delightful continuation of the Librivox series, featuring recordings of 7 pieces from 1854 to 1858. Within these stories, youll encounter two of Gaskells most significant shorter works Half a Lifetime Ago, which transports you to the picturesque English Lake District, and The Poor Clare, where a bewitched heroine is relentlessly pursued by her mischievous double. Additionally, The Sin of a Father and The Manchester Marriage offer thought-provoking narratives with compelling messages. The collection opens with three insightful documentary pieces born from Gaskells travels in France. (Phil Benson)
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    50 mins