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The Betrothed: Chapters 17-20

Welcome back to our ongoing conversation about Alessandro Manzoni’s classic Italian novel. In this episode we discuss the deeper turn of the novel, Renzo’s journey towards manhood, and the ongoing conflict within the villains. Happy listening! Thank you for subscribing. Leave a comment or share this episode.

O Pioneers!: Parts 2 & #

What do we make of Carl’s choices (and semi-pursuit) of Alexandra? Does he have anything to offer her? What makes Marie such a compelling character? Plus, how Marie and Emil are counterpoints to Carl and Alexandra. This and much more are topics of discussion on this week’s discussion of Willa Cather’s modern classic. Happy listening! Thank you for subscribing. Leave a comment or share this episode.

O Pioneers!: Part 1

Welcome to a new series on another great novel, Willa Cather’s O Pioneers!. This week we’re discussing Cather’s instinctive yet precise writing, the book’s contemplation of imagination and vocation, the relationship between the characterization and the land, and much more. Plus we discuss our 2025 literary bracket. Happy listening! Thank you for subscribing. Leave a comment or share this episode.

The Betrothed: Chapters 13-16

Welcome back to our ongoing series on Alessandro Manzoni’s The Betrothed. This week, much like in the chapters, it’s Renzo, Renzo, and more Renzo. Is he a protagonist? How do we interpret the tone of his various adventures (and foibles)? Is he bound for heroism? These and several other topics are all yours on this episode. Thanks for subscribing and happy listening! NOTE: Unfortunately there will be no video for this episode. Thank you for subscribing. Leave a comment or share this episode.

A Tale of Two Cities: Q&A Episode

You had questions; we did our best to answer them. It’s another Q&A and it’s all yours now . . . or as soon as you hit the play button. Happy listening! Note: no video for this one. Thank you for subscribing. Leave a comment or share this episode.