
A storytelling podcast dedicated to the stories behind the great books of the past. On the show, I explore the inner conflicts and adverse circumstances that have shaped authors' lives, from antiquity to the twentieth century, one author at a time. Together, we'll uncover the long-forgotten mysteries and dramas behind the greatest literary works, the heartache and anger and joy behind all those bo... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 3 | Founded | 10 years ago |
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Dante Alighieri wrote one of the greatest literary works of all time: The Divine Comedy, of which the first section, the Inferno, is likely the greatest part. This episode tells the story of how he got there - a few years before he started the Comedy... more
Listen in for the story of Daphne du Maurier's World War II years. The year before WWII started, du Maurier felt like she was a pretty lucky person. She was happily married to an honest, upstanding WWI hero and had just written her biggest critical a... more
This is Part 2 of 2 episodes on one of the greatest literary battles in history. This week, hear all about the showdown between Alexander Pope, the greatest poet of his age, and Lady Mary Wortley Montagu, a gifted poet and adventurer. Pope, a man wit... more
I listen to this during my very long daily commute, and really enjoy learning the "behind-the-scenes," facts about the authors. I have a bachelor's degree in English, and this podcast discusses writers I never learned about in college. I adore learning new things, and am inspired to research these artists on my own. The insight into the author's personal lives truly makes you appreciate their work even more. I'm sad there aren't any new podcasts! She presents her material in an engaging and exci... more
Great podcast. I look forward to each new episode.
Well-researched and thoughtful. Lovely work!
Nadia has created an incredibly interesting and well-made podcast. It reminds me of my undergraduate literature classes and how fun it was to learn about these writers' lives. I adore it!
Exciting and in-depth: this podcast does an amazing job telling the stories (and mysteries) behind classic works. You get a really strong sense of the writers’ lives, their voices and motivations. Never a dull moment. A treat for literature lovers of any persuasion.










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