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Between 1865-73 the tumultuous American Revolution rages on in different battlefields. The air is thick with hatred and suspicion as the Continental and British armies clash in bloody warfare. In Westchester County, New York, an area is considered a neutral ground for both forces, Harvey Birch plies his dangerous mission. An innocuous peddler by day, he is in fact an American spy, though he does nothing to correct anyone who assumes he is a British spy. In a magnificent country mansion, The ...
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The Sugarhouse

Donald O'Donovan

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Autobiographical coming-of- age tale of five working class boys in the historic village of Cooperstown New York. The story centers around a local brothel called the Sugarhouse, operated by Ma Rutledge, the Maple Sugar Madam, and her two saucy, bovine daughters, Bertha and Emma. “The happiest times at the Sugarhouse came when Ma Rutledge was making maple syrup. During these sap-boiling days the sugary breath of the candy kitchen penetrated everywhere. The beds of the girls were saturated with ...
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Discover the perfect way to end your day with "Sleep with Classic Books," a unique fusion of relaxation and education for literature lovers and sleep enthusiasts. This sleepcast is crafted to cater to both the curious mind that thirsts for knowledge and the tired soul that seeks a tranquil night. Embark on a calming journey through the pages of classic books penned by literary giants such as Jane Austen, Charles Dickens, Mark Twain, and many more. Our show weaves together the captivating tal ...
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Enjoy this brief teaser from our latest podcast episode. To listen the full version ad-free as well as get access to many more episodes and shows, get your free trial of Whisper Premium today: www.whisper.fm --------------------------------- In the age of glistening lances and noble knights, take a brazen ride through the deep-sunk valleys and towe…
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Season 2 is coming soon! Meanwhile, please enjoy an episode from our sister show, Sleep with History. | Can't wait for more episodes? Enjoy a free trial of Whisper Premium and enjoy our full range of exclusive and bonus episodes, all ad-free. Visit www.whisper.fm. Founding of the Khmer Empire in Southeast Asia (802 CE) | In this episode of "Sleep w…
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Enjoy this brief teaser from our latest podcast episode. To listen the full version ad-free as well as get access to many more episodes and shows, get your free trial of Whisper Premium today: www.whisper.fm --------------------------------- This episode is part two of six, from our Charles Dickens mini-series. In this episode we bring you Charles …
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Season 2 is coming soon! Meanwhile, please enjoy an episode from our sister show, Sleep with Guided Meditations. | Can't wait for more episodes? Enjoy a free trial of Whisper Premium and enjoy our full range of exclusive and bonus episodes, all ad-free. Visit www.whisper.fm. Sailing on a calm, blue sea | Welcome aboard the Sleep with Guided Meditat…
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Enjoy this brief teaser from our latest podcast episode. To listen the full version ad-free as well as get access to many more episodes and shows, get your free trial of Whisper Premium today: www.whisper.fm --------------------------------- This episode is part one of six, from our Charles Dickens mini-series. In this episode of Sleep with Classic…
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Season 2 is coming soon! Meanwhile, please enjoy an episode from our sister show, Sleep with Classic Films. | Can't wait for more episodes? Enjoy a free trial of Whisper Premium and enjoy our full range of exclusive and bonus episodes, all ad-free. Visit www.whisper.fm. The Wizard of Oz (1939) | We journey back to 1939 to explore the world of "The …
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Explore the romantic tumult of early 19th-Century Italy in a narrative both grand and subtle, pulsating with ambitious quests and passionate pursuits. In this episode of Sleep with Classic Books, we delve into the captivating world of Stendhal's 'The Charterhouse of Parma.' Discover a tale where societal flux becomes the silent but impactful shaper…
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Prepare to venture on an extraordinary journey into the untamed wilds of early America with "The Last of the Mohicans" by James Fenimore Cooper in the latest episode of Sleep with Classic Books. Is your heart longing for a rugged adventure that echoes the conflict of clashing cultures and embodies the resilience inherent in the human condition? Can…
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Enjoy this brief teaser from our latest podcast episode. To listen the full version ad-free as well as get access to many more episodes and shows, get your free trial of Whisper Premium today: www.whisper.fm --------------------------------- Dare to transport yourself to the resonating rhythms and lyricism of the golden age of Russian literature wi…
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We step back into the horse-drawn carriages of early 19th-century England in the latest episode of "Sleep with Classic Books." Join us as we waltz through the grand ballrooms of Jane Austen's beloved "Pride and Prejudice," guided by her skilled literary hand. Why has this regency romance captivated readers for more than two centuries? What makes El…
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The turbulent backdrop of Russia in the 1840s is our setting as we navigate the stirring brilliance of Mikhail Lermontov's unforgettable masterpiece, "A Hero of Our Time". There's a complex duality within its enigmatic protagonist, Pechorin. We'll find an audacious story teetering between romantic idealism and societal cynicism. Listen now to disco…
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Enjoy this brief teaser from our latest podcast episode. To listen the full version ad-free as well as get access to many more episodes and shows, get your free trial of Whisper Premium today: www.whisper.fm --------------------------------- The chill shores of Lake Geneva is our setting for this episode dedicated to Lord Byron's renowned classic, …
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Embark on a ghostly ride through the misty pages of American literature as we delve into Washington Irving's early 19th-century classic, "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow." This episode of Sleep with Classic Books takes you to the remote hamlet of Sleepy Hollow, New York, where a spectral figure known as the Headless Horseman haunts the town's quiet lan…
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Welcome to "Sleep with Classic Books," where we journey into the tempestuous Highlands of Scotland with the captivating historical novel, "The Scottish Chiefs" by Jane Porter. How did a book from the early 19th century, born in a time of transformation, become a stronghold of storytelling might? How did Jane Porter's profound Scottish roots inspire…
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Enjoy this brief teaser from our latest podcast episode. To listen the full version ad-free as well as get access to many more episodes and shows, get your free trial of Whisper Premium today: www.whisper.fm --------------------------------- Our newest adventure takes us to ancient roman Italy and into Edward Bulwer-Lytton's masterpiece, 'The Last …
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Immerse yourself in a timeless tale of love, loss and the power of human spirit, set in medieval Paris. Our latest episode features "The Hunchback of Notre Dame" by Victor Hugo. This episode journeys through the cobblestone lanes of 1831, providing a radical transformation of the classic narrative into a poignant exploration of societal unconscious…
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Brace yourselves – the wilderness of 19th century North America awaits you. Our episode takes us deep into a heart-stirring saga about a society wrestling against the inevitable onset of progress, steeped in the untamed grandeur of the American wilderness. Our tale is "The Leatherstocking Tales" by James Fenimore Cooper. Feel the ceaseless brush be…
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Enjoy this brief teaser from our latest podcast episode. To listen the full version ad-free as well as get access to many more episodes and shows, get your free trial of Whisper Premium today: www.whisper.fm --------------------------------- Dive into the rich literary world of Jane Austen's "Mansfield Park" in this latest episode of Sleep with Cla…
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Welcome to 'Sleep with Classic Books', the podcast that reanimates the spirit of literary giants, one classic at a time. In this enthralling episode, we delve into the very core of the gothic horror genre, exploring the electrifying masterpiece, Frankenstein. In the summer of 1816, Mary Shelley embarked on a literary journey that culminated in Fran…
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Welcome to Sleep with Classic Books, where we unravel the majestic tales that have shaped literature. In this first installment, we’ll take you into the world of Jane Austen's 'Sense and Sensibility,' a novel that has charmed readers since 1811. But what makes this classic so enduringly popular? Is it the rich blend of romantic intrigue and social …
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"The Last of the Mohicans" is a historical novel by James Fenimore Cooper, first published in 1826. It is the second book of the Leatherstocking Tales pentalogy and the best known. The story is set in 1757, during the French and Indian War (the Seven Years' War), when France and Great Britain battled for control of North America.The novel is known …
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"Little Women" is a classic novel written by American author Louisa May Alcott. It was originally published in two volumes in 1868 and 1869 and has since become one of the most beloved and enduring works of American literature. The novel is set in Concord, Massachusetts, during the Civil War era, and it draws heavily on Alcott's own experiences and…
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"Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea" is a classic science fiction novel written by the French author Jules Verne. It was first published in 1870 and is one of Verne's most famous works. The novel is known for its imaginative portrayal of underwater exploration and adventureThe story is narrated by Professor Pierre Aronnax, a French marine biolog…
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A Tale of Two Cities, by Charles Dickens, deals with the major themes of duality, revolution, and resurrection. It was the best of times, it was the worst of times in London and Paris, as economic and political unrest lead to the American and French Revolutions. The main characters in Dickens' A Tale of Two Cities, Doctor Alexandre Manette, Charles…
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Wikipedia Entry for Kazakhstan https://zzz.media/331 Facebook - Instagram - YouTube- Patreon Background Music Provided The Sleep Channel on Spotify and Apple Music https://fanlink.to/the_sleep_channel https://thesleepchannel.fanlink.to/Apple_Music Looking for a Headset you can wear while you sleep? https://www.sleepphones.com/ Try out SleepPhones t…
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"The Last of the Mohicans" is a historical novel by James Fenimore Cooper, first published in 1826. It is the second book of the Leatherstocking Tales pentalogy and the best known. The story is set in 1757, during the French and Indian War (the Seven Years' War), when France and Great Britain battled for control of North America.The novel is known …
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"Little Women" is a classic novel written by American author Louisa May Alcott. It was originally published in two volumes in 1868 and 1869 and has since become one of the most beloved and enduring works of American literature. The novel is set in Concord, Massachusetts, during the Civil War era, and it draws heavily on Alcott's own experiences and…
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"Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea" is a classic science fiction novel written by the French author Jules Verne. It was first published in 1870 and is one of Verne's most famous works. The novel is known for its imaginative portrayal of underwater exploration and adventureThe story is narrated by Professor Pierre Aronnax, a French marine biolog…
  continue reading
 
A Tale of Two Cities, by Charles Dickens, deals with the major themes of duality, revolution, and resurrection. It was the best of times, it was the worst of times in London and Paris, as economic and political unrest lead to the American and French Revolutions. The main characters in Dickens' A Tale of Two Cities, Doctor Alexandre Manette, Charles…
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Wikipedia Entry for Guyana https://zzz.media/326 Facebook - Instagram - YouTube- Patreon Background Music Provided Gaia's Symphony on Apple Music https://music.apple.com/pt/artist/gaias-symphony/1699413087 Looking for a Headset you can wear while you sleep? https://www.sleepphones.com/ Try out SleepPhones today! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★…
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"The Last of the Mohicans" is a historical novel by James Fenimore Cooper, first published in 1826. It is the second book of the Leatherstocking Tales pentalogy and the best known. The story is set in 1757, during the French and Indian War (the Seven Years' War), when France and Great Britain battled for control of North America.The novel is known …
  continue reading
 
"Little Women" is a classic novel written by American author Louisa May Alcott. It was originally published in two volumes in 1868 and 1869 and has since become one of the most beloved and enduring works of American literature. The novel is set in Concord, Massachusetts, during the Civil War era, and it draws heavily on Alcott's own experiences and…
  continue reading
 
"Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea" is a classic science fiction novel written by the French author Jules Verne. It was first published in 1870 and is one of Verne's most famous works. The novel is known for its imaginative portrayal of underwater exploration and adventureThe story is narrated by Professor Pierre Aronnax, a French marine biolog…
  continue reading
 
A Tale of Two Cities, by Charles Dickens, deals with the major themes of duality, revolution, and resurrection. It was the best of times, it was the worst of times in London and Paris, as economic and political unrest lead to the American and French Revolutions. The main characters in Dickens' A Tale of Two Cities, Doctor Alexandre Manette, Charles…
  continue reading
 
"Little Women" is a classic novel written by American author Louisa May Alcott. It was originally published in two volumes in 1868 and 1869 and has since become one of the most beloved and enduring works of American literature. The novel is set in Concord, Massachusetts, during the Civil War era, and it draws heavily on Alcott's own experiences and…
  continue reading
 
"Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea" is a classic science fiction novel written by the French author Jules Verne. It was first published in 1870 and is one of Verne's most famous works. The novel is known for its imaginative portrayal of underwater exploration and adventureThe story is narrated by Professor Pierre Aronnax, a French marine biolog…
  continue reading
 
A Tale of Two Cities, by Charles Dickens, deals with the major themes of duality, revolution, and resurrection. It was the best of times, it was the worst of times in London and Paris, as economic and political unrest lead to the American and French Revolutions. The main characters in Dickens' A Tale of Two Cities, Doctor Alexandre Manette, Charles…
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Wikipedia Entry for Myanmar https://zzz.media/318 Facebook - Instagram - YouTube- Patreon Background Music Provided The Sleep Channel on Spotify and Apple Music https://fanlink.to/the_sleep_channel https://thesleepchannel.fanlink.to/Apple_Music Looking for a Headset you can wear while you sleep? https://www.sleepphones.com/ Try out SleepPhones toda…
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"The Last of the Mohicans" is a historical novel by James Fenimore Cooper, first published in 1826. It is the second book of the Leatherstocking Tales pentalogy and the best known. The story is set in 1757, during the French and Indian War (the Seven Years' War), when France and Great Britain battled for control of North America.The novel is known …
  continue reading
 
"Little Women" is a classic novel written by American author Louisa May Alcott. It was originally published in two volumes in 1868 and 1869 and has since become one of the most beloved and enduring works of American literature. The novel is set in Concord, Massachusetts, during the Civil War era, and it draws heavily on Alcott's own experiences and…
  continue reading
 
"Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea" is a classic science fiction novel written by the French author Jules Verne. It was first published in 1870 and is one of Verne's most famous works. The novel is known for its imaginative portrayal of underwater exploration and adventureThe story is narrated by Professor Pierre Aronnax, a French marine biolog…
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Wikipedia Entry for Suriname https://zzz.media/313 Facebook - Instagram - YouTube- Patreon Background Music Provided The Sleep Channel on Spotify and Apple Music https://fanlink.to/the_sleep_channel https://thesleepchannel.fanlink.to/Apple_Music Looking for a Headset you can wear while you sleep? https://www.sleepphones.com/ Try out SleepPhones tod…
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"The Last of the Mohicans" is a historical novel by James Fenimore Cooper, first published in 1826. It is the second book of the Leatherstocking Tales pentalogy and the best known. The story is set in 1757, during the French and Indian War (the Seven Years' War), when France and Great Britain battled for control of North America.The novel is known …
  continue reading
 
"Little Women" is a classic novel written by American author Louisa May Alcott. It was originally published in two volumes in 1868 and 1869 and has since become one of the most beloved and enduring works of American literature. The novel is set in Concord, Massachusetts, during the Civil War era, and it draws heavily on Alcott's own experiences and…
  continue reading
 
"Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea" is a classic science fiction novel written by the French author Jules Verne. It was first published in 1870 and is one of Verne's most famous works. The novel is known for its imaginative portrayal of underwater exploration and adventureThe story is narrated by Professor Pierre Aronnax, a French marine biolog…
  continue reading
 
A Tale of Two Cities, by Charles Dickens, deals with the major themes of duality, revolution, and resurrection. It was the best of times, it was the worst of times in London and Paris, as economic and political unrest lead to the American and French Revolutions. The main characters in Dickens' A Tale of Two Cities, Doctor Alexandre Manette, Charles…
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Wikipedia Entry for indonesia https://zzz.media/308 Facebook - Instagram - YouTube- Patreon Background Music Provided Gaia's Symphony on Apple Music https://music.apple.com/pt/artist/gaias-symphony/1699413087 Looking for a Headset you can wear while you sleep? https://www.sleepphones.com/ Try out SleepPhones today! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon…
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