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The Railway Traveller's Handy Book, Part 2

Let’s return to this sleepily detailed guide to rail journeys in 1860, and learn what to wear, the importance of travel insurance, and how to steal a horse to get to the station on time. Handy indeed! Giveaway! All Patreon supporters in May will have a chance at one of four slo ... Afficher plus

. 55min 50sec

1890 Gardiner and Co. Seed Annual 1: Flower Novelties

Tonight, let’s celebrate the sleepy splendors of spring and go shopping for the latest in floral novelties offered by Gardiner & Co. in their seed annual. Apparently, in 1890, Japanese delights were all the rage. I also announce a new Giveaway! All Patreon supporters in May wil ... Afficher plus

. 50min 48sec

Relaxation Rewind! How to Listen to Music, by Henry E. Krehbiel, Part 1

Tonight, while your reader recovers from a snuffly illness, let’s rewind to 2021 and fall into the rhythm of sleep with a book that works hard to put meaning into music, but mostly just manages to make it boring. So…kind of perfect, really. Help us stay ad-free and 100% listene ... Afficher plus

. 47min 30sec

Our National Parks, by John Muir, Part 4

Let’s celebrate Earth Day with more from Muir’s poetic ode to the spectacular natural wonders of North America. This time, we complete our relaxing tour of Yellowstone and head to beautiful Yosemite, the jewel of the Sierras. Truly the stuff of dreams. Help us stay ad-free and ... Afficher plus

. 53min 20sec

Handbook on Cheese Making, by George E. Newell, Part 2

Let’s return to the relaxing world of dairy products and learn more about the design of a good curing room, dividing profits among your producers, and what makes a great cheese. Hint: it’s definitely not skim milk! Help us stay ad-free and 100% listener-supported! Patreon: http ... Afficher plus

. 49min 21sec