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In Defense of Harriet Shelley

In Defense of Harriet Shelley

Explore the intricate layers of love, betrayal, and the often-overlooked narratives of women in literary history with "In Defense of Harriet Shelley." This podcast invites listeners to delve into the complexities surrounding Harriet Shelley’s life, particularly through the lens of her tumultuous marriage to the renowned poet Percy Shelley. Each episode features a new complete audiobook that examines the themes of marital strife, societal expectations, and the personal sacrifices made by women in the shadow of their famous counterparts. As we navigate through various perspectives and histories, we invite you to discover a new book with every episode, each one shedding light on the often-unheard voices of women and their struggles. This is not a single story but a series of unique explorations that challenge prevailing narratives and encourage a deeper understanding of the human experience. Join us in unraveling the multifaceted tales that defend and celebrate the lives of women like Harriet Shelley.

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Optimism, An Essay-Helen Keller 1 hr 1 min 40 sec
Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 066-Various 5 hr 33 min 42 sec
Lancashire Characters and Places-Thomas Newbigging 4 hr 20 min 28 sec
Life's Enthusiasms-David Starr Jordan 38 min 12 sec
Extract from Captain Stormfield's Visit to Heaven (version 3)-Mark Twain 1 hr 26 min 45 sec
France At War On the Frontier of Civilization-Rudyard Kipling 1 hr 42 min 22 sec
Ingersoll on SHAKESPEARE, from the Works of Robert G. Ingersoll, Volume 3, Lecture 1-Robert G. Ingersoll 1 hr 38 min 53 sec
Moral Obligation to be Intelligent and Other Essays-John Erskine 2 hr 26 min 17 sec
Short Nonfiction Collection Vol. 005-Various 2 hr 21 min 37 sec
Kokoro Hints and Echoes of Japanese Inner Life-Lafcadio Hearn 7 hr 57 min 17 sec
Holy Life the Beauty of Christianity-John Bunyan 5 hr 16 min 17 sec
Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 039-Various 6 hr 14 sec
Warren Hastings-Thomas Babington Macaulay 4 hr 47 min 36 sec
John Stuart Mill; His Life and Works-Various 2 hr 33 min 52 sec
Little Journeys to the Homes of Famous Women-Elbert Hubbard 6 hr 32 min 19 sec
Coffee Break Collection 019 - Plants and Flowers-Various 1 hr 12 min 17 sec
Shandygaff-Christopher Morley 7 hr 46 min 57 sec
03 - In Defense of Harriet Shelley by Mark Twain 40 min 24 sec
02 - In Defense of Harriet Shelley by Mark Twain 31 min 41 sec
01 - In Defense of Harriet Shelley by Mark Twain 31 min 34 sec

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