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Hector Berlioz; A Romantic Tragedy

Hector Berlioz; A Romantic Tragedy

Immerse yourself in the poignant world of Hector Berlioz, a figure emblematic of romanticism whose life and artistry embody the essence of tragedy and triumph. This podcast delves into the complexities of Berlioz's experiences, illuminating the emotional depth and innovative spirit that shaped his compositions and writings. Each episode features a new complete audiobook, offering a rotating collection that explores the broader themes of love, obsession, and artistic struggle that permeate the romantic era. This is not a single narrative but a series of unique explorations, inviting listeners to discover the rich tapestry of human emotion and creativity reflected in the works inspired by Berlioz's legacy. Join us on this journey to uncover the uncelebrated masterpieces of a musical visionary, and enrich your understanding of the romantic tragedy that underlies his story. With every episode, you will find fresh insights and inspiration waiting to be unearthed.

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My Mark Twain-William Dean Howells 3 hr 42 min 3 sec
Life of Charlemagne-Thomas Hodgkin 8 hr 18 min 59 sec
Out of the Shadow-Rose Gollup Cohen 7 hr 39 min 15 sec
Mozart's Youth-Franz Hoffmann 2 hr 20 min 38 sec
Rousseau and Education According to Nature-Thomas Davidson 6 hr 44 min 37 sec
James Watt-Andrew Carnegie 5 hr 51 min 30 sec
Constantine the Great The Reorganization of the Empire and the Triumph of the Church-John Benjamin Firth 9 hr 47 min 13 sec
Horace Walpole's Letters a selection-Horace Walpole 5 hr 44 min 15 sec
Japanese Boy-Shigemi Shiukichi 3 hr 40 min 47 sec
Life and Death of Cardinal Wolsey-George Cavendish 8 hr 11 min 1 sec
Life of Saint Monica-Frances Alice Forbes 2 hr 7 min 49 sec
John Quincy Adams-John T. Morse 7 hr 31 min 10 sec
Day With Great Poets-May Gillington Byron 7 hr 59 min 28 sec
How They Succeeded-Orison Swett Marden 7 hr 31 min 58 sec
Mark Twain-Archibald Henderson 5 hr 36 min 20 sec
When Buffalo Ran-George Bird Grinnell 2 hr 52 min 9 sec
Lincoln Story Book-Henry L. Williams 9 hr 55 min 7 sec
Abraham Lincoln The Practical Mystic-Francis Grierson 1 hr 46 min 33 sec
04 - Hector Berlioz; A Romantic Tragedy by Herbert Francis Peyser 27 min 12 sec
03 - Hector Berlioz; A Romantic Tragedy by Herbert Francis Peyser 25 min 57 sec
02 - Hector Berlioz; A Romantic Tragedy by Herbert Francis Peyser 31 min 14 sec
01 - Hector Berlioz; A Romantic Tragedy by Herbert Francis Peyser 2 min 4 sec

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