Letters From America

Letters From America

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Letters From America episodes

  • National Geographic Magazine Vol. 09 - 01. January 1898-National Geographic Society
    [Rupert Brooke] started in May 1913 on a journey to the United States, Canada, and the South Seas, from which he returned next year at the beginning of June. The first thirteen chapters of this book were written as letters to the Westminster Gazette. He would probably not have republished them in their present form, as he intended to write a longer book on his travels; but they are now printed with only the correction of a few evident slips." The listener interested in Brooke's work may want to skip over Henry James' "so affectionate and desperately unintelligible a preface" (Christopher Morley in Modern Essays) and listen to those four tracks later. (Tracks 2 - 5) ( Book's Prefatory Note and david wales)

    This episode includes AI-generated content.
    1 hr 27 min
  • National Geographic Magazine Vol. 10 - 03. March 1899-National Geographic Society
    [Rupert Brooke] started in May 1913 on a journey to the United States, Canada, and the South Seas, from which he returned next year at the beginning of June. The first thirteen chapters of this book were written as letters to the Westminster Gazette. He would probably not have republished them in their present form, as he intended to write a longer book on his travels; but they are now printed with only the correction of a few evident slips." The listener interested in Brooke's work may want to skip over Henry James' "so affectionate and desperately unintelligible a preface" (Christopher Morley in Modern Essays) and listen to those four tracks later. (Tracks 2 - 5) ( Book's Prefatory Note and david wales)

    This episode includes AI-generated content.
    1 hr 45 min
  • Autobiography of a Super-Tramp-William Henry Davies
    "Autobiography of a Super-Tramp" by William Henry Davies is a compelling narrative that explores the life of a wanderer who embraces the freedom of the open road. Through his experiences as a vagrant, Davies reflects on the beauty of nature, the struggles of poverty, and the quest for personal identity. This timeless story resonates today as it evokes themes of resilience and the search for meaning in a transient world. Listeners will find inspiration in Davies' journey, as he challenges societal norms and celebrates the simplicity of life. His reflections on humanity and the natural world invite us to reconsider our own paths and the values we hold dear.

    This episode includes AI-generated content.
    8 hr 15 min
  • Letters From America - Rupert Brooke
    "[Rupert Brooke] started in May 1913 on a journey to the United States, Canada, and the South Seas, from which he returned next year at the beginning of June. The first thirteen chapters of this book were written as letters to the Westminster Gazette. He would probably not have republished them in their present form, as he intended to write a longer book on his travels; but they are now printed with only the correction of a few evident slips." The listener interested in Brooke's work may want to skip over Henry James' "so affectionate and desperately unintelligible a preface" (Christopher Morley in Modern Essays) and listen to those four tracks later. (Tracks 2 - 5) ( Book's Prefatory Note and david wales)

    This episode includes AI-generated content.
    4 hr 27 min

About Letters From America

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Embark on an enchanting exploration of the American landscape through the eyes of those who have captured its essence in letters and narratives. "Letters From America" invites listeners to delve into…