31 episodes
Stories from Before..... Selina Kadell
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Short stories from before today; from forgotten authors with once vibrant but now silent voices. Stories from "The Girl's Own Annual" of the late 1800's and early 1900's. Read by permission of the Lutterworth Press. Theme music "A Moment in Time" by Stacey Weir. A podcast by Selina Kadell.
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The Sunny Side of the Hedge
A collection of anecdotal jokes and witticisms that play on the nuances and pronunciation of the English language.Written Anonymous.Read by Selina Kadell by permission of The Lutterworth Press.Music by the Talented Stacey Weir.I hope you enjoy this week's Stories from Before.....
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The Intrusion of Polly
This sweet and uplifting Christmas story reminds us that when we are open to the insight and wisdom of children, Life can become beautiful again. Written Mary Richardson.Read by Selina Kadell by permission of The Lutterworth Press.Music by Stacey Weir.Sound effects courtesy of SoundBible.com and Pixabay.comI hope you enjoy this week's Stories from Before.....
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The Room of the Red Rug
This compassionate and moving story is actually a Christmas story but as the Southern Hemisphere has just welcomed the start of their winter, it feels appropriate to share it with you - especially as compassion is always fitting and heart-warming - not, just seasonal. Written Rene Mansfield.Read by Selina Kadell by permission of The Lutterworth Press.Music by Stacey Weir.I hope you enjoy this week's Stories from Before.....
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To-Day and To-Morrow
This week's piece is something a little different and also a 'one-off'. It is an interview with Thomas A. Edison - the Mechanical Inventor.Written Thomas A. Edison.Read by Selina Kadell by permission of The Lutterworth Press.Music by Stacey Weir.I hope you enjoy this week's Stories from Before.....
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A Ramble Through the Renchtal
This week's piece is a travelog - a lovely stroll through a well known and scenic part of Germany. The original text was printed with thirteen beautiful sketches drawn by the author.Written Maude Angell.Read by Selina Kadell by permission of The Lutterworth Press.Music by Stacey Weir.I hope you enjoy this week's Stories from Before.....
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A Casual Courtship
This week Pamela & Thomas demonstrate how playful banter and jest - although fun and plays a wonderful role in relationships - can at times, divert attention and disguise what truly needs to be said in earnest and sincerity.N.B. please be aware this story does contain a "wife beating" comment, that although is made lightly and as a joke, may trigger some listeners. Written Mariel Brady.Read by Selina Kadell by permission of The Lutterworth Press.Music by Stacey Weir.Sound effects courtesy...