Episodes

  • 015 - Chapter 14 'The Architect Of Adventure'

    015 - Chapter 14 'The Architect Of Adventure'
    Feb 25 2026
    Delve into the remarkable life and contributions of Sir Christopher Wren in this captivating 1923 monograph by Lawrence Weaver, a distinguished English architectural writer and editor. Although this audio version doesnt feature the stunning illustrations and photographs of the printed edition, the clarity and richness of the text vividly convey Wrens enduring legacy. Weaver, a knowledgeable authority in architecture, offers insightful commentary on Wrens work, making the narrative both informative and engaging. This rendition focuses on the compelling story, omitting the three appendices and the section on authorities and acknowledgments. Additionally, the text references Wren’s son’s book, Parentalia, which includes biographies of Sir Christopher and earlier members of the Wren family, alongside Wren’s thought-provoking essays on architectural aesthetics and the historical significance of various temples. - Summary by David Wales
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    22 mins
  • 014 - Chapter 13 Student And Scholar

    014 - Chapter 13 Student And Scholar
    Feb 25 2026
    Delve into the remarkable life and contributions of Sir Christopher Wren in this captivating 1923 monograph by Lawrence Weaver, a distinguished English architectural writer and editor. Although this audio version doesnt feature the stunning illustrations and photographs of the printed edition, the clarity and richness of the text vividly convey Wrens enduring legacy. Weaver, a knowledgeable authority in architecture, offers insightful commentary on Wrens work, making the narrative both informative and engaging. This rendition focuses on the compelling story, omitting the three appendices and the section on authorities and acknowledgments. Additionally, the text references Wren’s son’s book, Parentalia, which includes biographies of Sir Christopher and earlier members of the Wren family, alongside Wren’s thought-provoking essays on architectural aesthetics and the historical significance of various temples. - Summary by David Wales
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    20 mins
  • 013 - Chapter 12 The Professional Man

    013 - Chapter 12 The Professional Man
    Feb 25 2026
    Delve into the remarkable life and contributions of Sir Christopher Wren in this captivating 1923 monograph by Lawrence Weaver, a distinguished English architectural writer and editor. Although this audio version doesnt feature the stunning illustrations and photographs of the printed edition, the clarity and richness of the text vividly convey Wrens enduring legacy. Weaver, a knowledgeable authority in architecture, offers insightful commentary on Wrens work, making the narrative both informative and engaging. This rendition focuses on the compelling story, omitting the three appendices and the section on authorities and acknowledgments. Additionally, the text references Wren’s son’s book, Parentalia, which includes biographies of Sir Christopher and earlier members of the Wren family, alongside Wren’s thought-provoking essays on architectural aesthetics and the historical significance of various temples. - Summary by David Wales
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    16 mins
  • 012 - Chapter 11 Wren And His Contemporaries Last Years

    012 - Chapter 11 Wren And His Contemporaries Last Years
    Feb 25 2026
    Delve into the remarkable life and contributions of Sir Christopher Wren in this captivating 1923 monograph by Lawrence Weaver, a distinguished English architectural writer and editor. Although this audio version doesnt feature the stunning illustrations and photographs of the printed edition, the clarity and richness of the text vividly convey Wrens enduring legacy. Weaver, a knowledgeable authority in architecture, offers insightful commentary on Wrens work, making the narrative both informative and engaging. This rendition focuses on the compelling story, omitting the three appendices and the section on authorities and acknowledgments. Additionally, the text references Wren’s son’s book, Parentalia, which includes biographies of Sir Christopher and earlier members of the Wren family, alongside Wren’s thought-provoking essays on architectural aesthetics and the historical significance of various temples. - Summary by David Wales
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    20 mins
  • 011 - Chapter 10 Other Buildings Public And Domestic

    011 - Chapter 10 Other Buildings Public And Domestic
    Feb 25 2026
    Delve into the remarkable life and contributions of Sir Christopher Wren in this captivating 1923 monograph by Lawrence Weaver, a distinguished English architectural writer and editor. Although this audio version doesnt feature the stunning illustrations and photographs of the printed edition, the clarity and richness of the text vividly convey Wrens enduring legacy. Weaver, a knowledgeable authority in architecture, offers insightful commentary on Wrens work, making the narrative both informative and engaging. This rendition focuses on the compelling story, omitting the three appendices and the section on authorities and acknowledgments. Additionally, the text references Wren’s son’s book, Parentalia, which includes biographies of Sir Christopher and earlier members of the Wren family, alongside Wren’s thought-provoking essays on architectural aesthetics and the historical significance of various temples. - Summary by David Wales
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    13 mins
  • 010 - Chapter 9 Chelsea Hampton Court And Greenwich

    010 - Chapter 9 Chelsea Hampton Court And Greenwich
    Feb 25 2026
    Delve into the remarkable life and contributions of Sir Christopher Wren in this captivating 1923 monograph by Lawrence Weaver, a distinguished English architectural writer and editor. Although this audio version doesnt feature the stunning illustrations and photographs of the printed edition, the clarity and richness of the text vividly convey Wrens enduring legacy. Weaver, a knowledgeable authority in architecture, offers insightful commentary on Wrens work, making the narrative both informative and engaging. This rendition focuses on the compelling story, omitting the three appendices and the section on authorities and acknowledgments. Additionally, the text references Wren’s son’s book, Parentalia, which includes biographies of Sir Christopher and earlier members of the Wren family, alongside Wren’s thought-provoking essays on architectural aesthetics and the historical significance of various temples. - Summary by David Wales
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    13 mins
  • 009 - Chapter 8 The City Churches

    009 - Chapter 8 The City Churches
    Feb 25 2026
    Delve into the remarkable life and contributions of Sir Christopher Wren in this captivating 1923 monograph by Lawrence Weaver, a distinguished English architectural writer and editor. Although this audio version doesnt feature the stunning illustrations and photographs of the printed edition, the clarity and richness of the text vividly convey Wrens enduring legacy. Weaver, a knowledgeable authority in architecture, offers insightful commentary on Wrens work, making the narrative both informative and engaging. This rendition focuses on the compelling story, omitting the three appendices and the section on authorities and acknowledgments. Additionally, the text references Wren’s son’s book, Parentalia, which includes biographies of Sir Christopher and earlier members of the Wren family, alongside Wren’s thought-provoking essays on architectural aesthetics and the historical significance of various temples. - Summary by David Wales
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    23 mins
  • 008 - Chapter 7 St Paul's Cathedral

    008 - Chapter 7 St Paul's Cathedral
    Feb 25 2026
    Delve into the remarkable life and contributions of Sir Christopher Wren in this captivating 1923 monograph by Lawrence Weaver, a distinguished English architectural writer and editor. Although this audio version doesnt feature the stunning illustrations and photographs of the printed edition, the clarity and richness of the text vividly convey Wrens enduring legacy. Weaver, a knowledgeable authority in architecture, offers insightful commentary on Wrens work, making the narrative both informative and engaging. This rendition focuses on the compelling story, omitting the three appendices and the section on authorities and acknowledgments. Additionally, the text references Wren’s son’s book, Parentalia, which includes biographies of Sir Christopher and earlier members of the Wren family, alongside Wren’s thought-provoking essays on architectural aesthetics and the historical significance of various temples. - Summary by David Wales
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    28 mins