Episodes

  • 050 - Book 7 Chapter 11 From Versailles

    050 - Book 7 Chapter 11 From Versailles
    Mar 24 2026
    In this captivating first volume of Thomas Carlyles acclaimed trilogy, The French Revolution A History, originally published in 1837, we delve into the dramatic events leading up to the fall of the Bastille and the consequential shift of Louis XVI from the opulence of Versailles to the heart of Paris. Carlyles unique narrative style—immersive and present-tense—brings the historical figures and tumultuous events to life, providing a gripping account that remains relevant today. While modern listeners may encounter a flurry of unfamiliar names and references, such as Oeuil de Boeuf for the kings palace and Jean Jacques referring to Rousseau, Carlyle’s storytelling swiftly captivates and educates. Join us on this riveting journey through one of historys most transformative periods. - Summary by Peter Dann
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    16 mins
  • 049 - Book 7 Chapter 10 The Grand Entries

    049 - Book 7 Chapter 10 The Grand Entries
    Mar 23 2026
    In this captivating first volume of Thomas Carlyles acclaimed trilogy, The French Revolution A History, originally published in 1837, we delve into the dramatic events leading up to the fall of the Bastille and the consequential shift of Louis XVI from the opulence of Versailles to the heart of Paris. Carlyles unique narrative style—immersive and present-tense—brings the historical figures and tumultuous events to life, providing a gripping account that remains relevant today. While modern listeners may encounter a flurry of unfamiliar names and references, such as Oeuil de Boeuf for the kings palace and Jean Jacques referring to Rousseau, Carlyle’s storytelling swiftly captivates and educates. Join us on this riveting journey through one of historys most transformative periods. - Summary by Peter Dann
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    12 mins
  • 048 - Book 7 Chapter 9 Lafayette

    048 - Book 7 Chapter 9 Lafayette
    Mar 22 2026
    In this captivating first volume of Thomas Carlyles acclaimed trilogy, The French Revolution A History, originally published in 1837, we delve into the dramatic events leading up to the fall of the Bastille and the consequential shift of Louis XVI from the opulence of Versailles to the heart of Paris. Carlyles unique narrative style—immersive and present-tense—brings the historical figures and tumultuous events to life, providing a gripping account that remains relevant today. While modern listeners may encounter a flurry of unfamiliar names and references, such as Oeuil de Boeuf for the kings palace and Jean Jacques referring to Rousseau, Carlyle’s storytelling swiftly captivates and educates. Join us on this riveting journey through one of historys most transformative periods. - Summary by Peter Dann
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    9 mins
  • 047 - Book 7 Chapter 8 The Equal Diet

    047 - Book 7 Chapter 8 The Equal Diet
    Mar 21 2026
    In this captivating first volume of Thomas Carlyles acclaimed trilogy, The French Revolution A History, originally published in 1837, we delve into the dramatic events leading up to the fall of the Bastille and the consequential shift of Louis XVI from the opulence of Versailles to the heart of Paris. Carlyles unique narrative style—immersive and present-tense—brings the historical figures and tumultuous events to life, providing a gripping account that remains relevant today. While modern listeners may encounter a flurry of unfamiliar names and references, such as Oeuil de Boeuf for the kings palace and Jean Jacques referring to Rousseau, Carlyle’s storytelling swiftly captivates and educates. Join us on this riveting journey through one of historys most transformative periods. - Summary by Peter Dann
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    12 mins
  • 046 - Book 7 Chapter 7 At Versailles

    046 - Book 7 Chapter 7 At Versailles
    Mar 20 2026
    In this captivating first volume of Thomas Carlyles acclaimed trilogy, The French Revolution A History, originally published in 1837, we delve into the dramatic events leading up to the fall of the Bastille and the consequential shift of Louis XVI from the opulence of Versailles to the heart of Paris. Carlyles unique narrative style—immersive and present-tense—brings the historical figures and tumultuous events to life, providing a gripping account that remains relevant today. While modern listeners may encounter a flurry of unfamiliar names and references, such as Oeuil de Boeuf for the kings palace and Jean Jacques referring to Rousseau, Carlyle’s storytelling swiftly captivates and educates. Join us on this riveting journey through one of historys most transformative periods. - Summary by Peter Dann
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    10 mins
  • 045 - Book 7 Chapter 6 To Versailles

    045 - Book 7 Chapter 6 To Versailles
    Mar 19 2026
    In this captivating first volume of Thomas Carlyles acclaimed trilogy, The French Revolution A History, originally published in 1837, we delve into the dramatic events leading up to the fall of the Bastille and the consequential shift of Louis XVI from the opulence of Versailles to the heart of Paris. Carlyles unique narrative style—immersive and present-tense—brings the historical figures and tumultuous events to life, providing a gripping account that remains relevant today. While modern listeners may encounter a flurry of unfamiliar names and references, such as Oeuil de Boeuf for the kings palace and Jean Jacques referring to Rousseau, Carlyle’s storytelling swiftly captivates and educates. Join us on this riveting journey through one of historys most transformative periods. - Summary by Peter Dann
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    10 mins
  • 044 - Book 7 Chapter 5 Usher Maillard

    044 - Book 7 Chapter 5 Usher Maillard
    Mar 18 2026
    In this captivating first volume of Thomas Carlyles acclaimed trilogy, The French Revolution A History, originally published in 1837, we delve into the dramatic events leading up to the fall of the Bastille and the consequential shift of Louis XVI from the opulence of Versailles to the heart of Paris. Carlyles unique narrative style—immersive and present-tense—brings the historical figures and tumultuous events to life, providing a gripping account that remains relevant today. While modern listeners may encounter a flurry of unfamiliar names and references, such as Oeuil de Boeuf for the kings palace and Jean Jacques referring to Rousseau, Carlyle’s storytelling swiftly captivates and educates. Join us on this riveting journey through one of historys most transformative periods. - Summary by Peter Dann
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    13 mins
  • 043 - Book 7 Chapter 4 The Menads

    043 - Book 7 Chapter 4 The Menads
    Mar 17 2026
    In this captivating first volume of Thomas Carlyles acclaimed trilogy, The French Revolution A History, originally published in 1837, we delve into the dramatic events leading up to the fall of the Bastille and the consequential shift of Louis XVI from the opulence of Versailles to the heart of Paris. Carlyles unique narrative style—immersive and present-tense—brings the historical figures and tumultuous events to life, providing a gripping account that remains relevant today. While modern listeners may encounter a flurry of unfamiliar names and references, such as Oeuil de Boeuf for the kings palace and Jean Jacques referring to Rousseau, Carlyle’s storytelling swiftly captivates and educates. Join us on this riveting journey through one of historys most transformative periods. - Summary by Peter Dann
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    9 mins