Episodes

  • The Wrecker Chapter 6 - In Which I Go West

    The Wrecker Chapter 6 - In Which I Go West
    Mar 27 2026
    In which the narrator returns home to a family both stationary and stern, seeking assistance amid his failing fortunes, only to find himself plunged into the old strife and grudging generosity of kinship and legacy. With a check in hand and the weight of new obligations upon him, he ventures westward, soon ensnared in the boisterous and well-meant machinations of his irrepressible friend, Pinkerton, whose spirited zeal plunges them both into a most unforeseen theatrical ordeal.
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    30 mins
  • The Wrecker Chapter 5 - In Which I am Down on My Luck in Paris

    The Wrecker Chapter 5 - In Which I am Down on My Luck in Paris
    Mar 26 2026
    In which our narrator, beleaguered by the gaudy life of Paris and the harsh realities of poverty, finds himself stripped of studio, friend, and fortune, persisting with stubborn hope amidst dismissive artists and empty meals. With courage trembling yet unyielding, he contemplates retreat and redemption, resolved to repay friendship and face the future honourably, even as he bids farewell to his cherished past.
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    37 mins
  • The Wrecker Chapter 4 - In Which I Experience Extremes of Fortune

    The Wrecker Chapter 4 - In Which I Experience Extremes of Fortune
    Mar 25 2026
    In which the narrator, having tasted both fortune and adversity, endures the collapse of his father's wealth and wrestles with the precariousness of an artist’s life in Paris, all amid the loyalty and crude good humour of his companion Pinkerton. Together they explore the city's art and society, debate the virtues of commerce versus creativity, and confront the harsh realities that compel the narrator to stand solitary on the threshold of his uncertain career.
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    33 mins
  • The Wrecker Chapter 3 - To Introduce Mr. Pinkerton

    The Wrecker Chapter 3 - To Introduce Mr. Pinkerton
    Mar 24 2026
    In which the narrator encounters the lively and impulsive Mr. Pinkerton, a young American with grand ambitions and a colourful past, whose zealous attempts at friendship and promotion lead to both camaraderie and unintended embarrassment within the artistic quarters of Paris. Together they explore their crafts, exchange earnest critiques, and navigate the curious blend of sincerity and publicity that complicates their burgeoning acquaintance.
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    28 mins
  • The Wrecker Chapter 2 - Roussillon Wine

    The Wrecker Chapter 2 - Roussillon Wine
    Mar 23 2026
    In which a young American artist visits his austere Scottish relatives before immersing himself in the romantic and bohemian life of Paris, where an evening of wine leads to an uncanny encounter in a peculiar hotel. Amidst the autumn gardens and studios of the Latin Quarter, he meets a mysterious lady and her companion, unaware that these brief crossings of paths will quietly shape his future.
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    24 mins
  • The Wrecker Chapter 1 - A Sound Commercial Education

    The Wrecker Chapter 1 - A Sound Commercial Education
    Mar 22 2026
    In which a young man recounts the well-meaning but stern commercial education imposed upon him by his father, set against the curious and ruthless amusements of a nineteenth-century trading academy where business is but a mockery. As their fortunes waver, a new prospect arises that blends art and family ambition, offering a stirring if uncertain path away from ledgers to sculpture, and a chance to redeem both son and name.
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    27 mins
  • The Wrecker Preface

    The Wrecker Preface
    Mar 21 2026
    In which the stage is quietly set with a prologue that beckons the reader into a tale of mystery and maritime adventure. There is an air of expectancy, as though the very sea itself whispers secrets awaiting discovery.
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    22 mins
  • The Black Arrow Chapter 32 - Conclusion

    The Black Arrow Chapter 32 - Conclusion
    Mar 20 2026
    In which a meeting by chance leads to the unfolding of delicate matters of the heart and honour, as a steadfast maiden chooses the man she loves over a powerful suitor’s promise, amidst the stirring backdrop of war and allegiance. Meanwhile, quiet moments of joy and sober contentment are found in the company of friends and the gentle peace of a sheltered forest.
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    6 mins