
A huge collection of beautifully narrated and carefully chosen short stories from golden age authors (1850-1930) who knew how to deliver stories that reach the heart and soul of the reader and listener. Here you'll find short masterpieces from the likes of Charles Dickens, Edith Wharton, Edgar Allan Poe, Ernest Hemingway, Kathleen Norris, Jack London, Henry Lawson, Arthur Conan Doyle, Agatha Chris... more
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 669 | Founded | 11 years ago |
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⭐ 1001 Classic Short Stories & Tales Bret Harte — "The Bride Comes to Yellow Sky" Show Notes Episode Summary Bret Harte's The Bride Comes to Yellow Sky is one of the great comic‑ironic tales of the American West — a story that gently pokes fun at fro... more
The Legend of King Arthur is one of the most enduring legends known to man. This version "The Stories of LaMort D'Arthur by Beatrice Clay is the best starting point from which to explore the many versions of King Arthur to be found in literature.
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1001 Classic Short Stories & Tales
The Theory and the Hound by O. Henry
There's something irresistible about an O. Henry tale — that blend of sharp observation, sly humor, and a twist that snaps shut like a well‑made pocketknife. The Theory and t... more
⭐ 1001 Classic Short Stories & Tales SHOW NOTES — "The Man in the Passage" A Father Brown Mystery by G. K. Chesterton ⭐ EPISODE SUMMARY In this atmospheric Father Brown mystery, G. K. Chesterton blends theatrical glamour with a tightly wound murder p... more
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Jon Hagadorn has a splendid reading voice and taste in literature. I could not recommend it enough, and the spin off 1001 stories podcasts are all terrific!
This is a great concept but I only listened to 2 stories and I’m out. I don’t know I that could adjust to the rapid, raspy narration by an old man with a lisp but the biggest problem is spoilers.
The first story I chose is a gradual revealing of the MC’s character. Before it began, the host described this in detail. In the second story, the entire plot was given in the episode description.
For novels, this is bad. For short stories, it’s unforgivable.
Thank you for doing this podcast
Jon - another great read from one of my favorite authors. I’ve never heard this story before and it was quite a treat! Thank you for consistently finding these great family friendly stories and putting your special touch to it!
John has a perfect voice for reading these stories. It is a delight to hear him read O Henry or Lovecraft. I do wish he would make his background music a little less intrusive. But still this a top-notch podcast. Highly recommended!
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A curated collection of classic short stories read with warm narration, spanning mystery, frontier life, myth, romance, and humor from golden-age authors. Episodes emphasize literary craftsmanship, character-driven plots, and period ambiance, often pairing memorable narrators with compact, high-impact tales. The format blends straightforward readings with occasional literary analysis and sponsor breaks, making it suitable for listeners who enjoy immersive storytelling and thoughtful storytelling craft. A standout element is the host's consistent focus on preserving voice and pace across a wide range of authors, from Kipling to O. Henry, which gives the show a recognizable, comforting rhythm for fans of timeless fiction.
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