For The Love of Literature
For The Love of Literature

For The Love of Literature

Buddug Brenhines

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Step our enchanting world! This podcast is dedicated to soothing your senses with classic, public-domain literature from renowned authors. Immerse yourself in my relaxed narrative style as we explore timeless gems of literature. Each episode, carefully curated from the public domain, invites you to unwind and rediscover the joy of great stories. Join me on a journey through the ages, transforming your bedtime into a serene haven where the love for literature meets the art of relaxation. Let Buddug's Bedtime Stories be your tranquil escape into the beauty of timeless tales for the grown-up soul

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Recent Episodes

VIRTUE AND HYPOCRISY: Boule de Suif | GUY DE MAUPASSANT
JAN 15, 2025
VIRTUE AND HYPOCRISY: Boule de Suif | GUY DE MAUPASSANT
<p>#SOOTHESAYS #ClassicLiterature #PodcastForSleep </p><br/><p>Explore more on my website: [Buddug's Circle](<a href="https://buddugscircle.com/" class="linkified" target="_blank">https://buddugscircle.com/</a>) </p><br/><p>Visit my online store [Abliss Attire](<a href="https://ablissattire.com/" class="linkified" target="_blank">https://ablissattire.com/</a>)</p><br/><p><br/></p><br/><p><em>For The Love of Literature</em> with Buddug Brenhines is your retreat for relaxation and peaceful sleep. Here, I read classic literature in a gentle, soothing manner, accompanied by background frequencies designed to promote DNA repair. Each episode is crafted from the bottom of my heart to bring love and healing to all who listen, comment, like, and subscribe.</p><br/><p><br/></p><br/><p>Tonight's journey takes us through Boule de Suif, by Guy de Maupassant, offering a moment of calm and reflection.</p><br/><p><br/></p><br/><p>• SUMMARY • </p><br/><p><em>Boule de Suif</em> is a celebrated short story by Guy de Maupassant, set during the Franco-Prussian War. It follows a group of French citizens fleeing occupied Rouen in a carriage. Among them is Boule de Suif, a kind-hearted but ostracized woman of lower social standing. When a Prussian officer demands a favor from her in exchange for their safe passage, the story lays bare themes of morality, hypocrisy, and societal prejudice as the travelers' true characters emerge.</p><br/><p><br/></p><br/><p>• BACKGROUND • </p><br/><p>Guy de Maupassant, a master of the short story, is known for his vivid depictions of 19th-century French society. <em>Boule de Suif</em>, published in 1880, is one of his most acclaimed works and marked his rise to literary fame. Its biting critique of human nature and sharp social commentary exemplify Maupassant's talent for blending realism with incisive storytelling.</p><br/><p><br/></p><br/><p>• BEDTIME STORIES FOR ADULTS • </p><br/><p>Step into the enchanting world of my literary gatherings, a cozy sanctuary illuminated by the gentle glow of timeless tales and cherished classics in the public domain. Every week, let yourself be embraced by the velvety warmth of stories that resonate through the revered corridors of literary tradition. Imagine finding solace in a softly-lit reading nook, where a flickering candle playfully dances, casting shadows upon well-worn leather-bound books. Join me for an evening of literary magic and the soothing ambiance of shared tales.</p><br/><p><br/></p><br/><p>[ be the light in the darkness ]</p><br/><p><br/></p><br/><p>This Work Has “No Known Copyright” | Creative Commons</p> <br/><br/>Get full access to Buddug Brenhines at <a href="https://boudicasquest.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&#38;utm_campaign=CTA_4">boudicasquest.substack.com/subscribe</a>
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119 MIN
LIFE AND TRANSCENDENCE: Gusev | ANTON CHEKHOV
DEC 20, 2024
LIFE AND TRANSCENDENCE: Gusev | ANTON CHEKHOV
<p>#SleepStories #ClassicLiterature #PodcastForSleep<br/><br/>Explore more on my website: <a href="https://buddugscircle.com/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Buddug's Circle</a><br/>Visit my online store <a href="https://ablissattire.com/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Abliss Attire</a></p><br/><p><br/></p><br/><p><em>For The Love of Literature with Buddug Brenhines</em> is your retreat for relaxation and peaceful sleep. Here, I read classic literature in a gentle, soothing manner, accompanied by background frequencies designed to promote DNA repair. Each episode is crafted from the bottom of my heart to bring love and healing to all who listen, comment, like, and subscribe.</p><br/><p>Tonight's journey takes us through <em>Gusev</em>, by Anton Chekhov, offering a moment of calm and reflection.</p><br/><p><br/></p><br/><p>• SUMMARY •<br/><em>Gusev</em> is a profound and poignant short story by Anton Chekhov that captures the final days of its titular character, a peasant soldier aboard a ship returning to Russia. Gusev, simple and uncomplaining, contrasts sharply with his bunkmate, a bitter and disillusioned intellectual. As Gusev succumbs to illness, the narrative shifts to his burial at sea, transitioning from the intimate to the universal, and offering a breathtaking view of nature's eternal rhythm and humanity's fleeting existence.</p><br/><p><br/></p><br/><p>• BACKGROUND •<br/><br/>Anton Chekhov, one of Russia's greatest writers, is celebrated for his masterful short stories and plays. Known for his ability to convey the complexities of human emotion and the subtleties of everyday life, Chekhov wrote <em>Gusev</em> in 1890 after his travels to the remote Sakhalin Island. The story reflects his observations of suffering and mortality while embodying his characteristic blend of realism and lyrical beauty.</p><br/><p>• BEDTIME STORIES FOR ADULTS •<br/><br/>Step into the enchanting world of Buddug's literary gatherings, a cozy sanctuary illuminated by the gentle glow of timeless tales and cherished classics in the public domain. Every week, let yourself be embraced by the velvety warmth of stories that resonate through the revered corridors of literary tradition. Imagine finding solace in a softly-lit reading nook, where a flickering candle playfully dances, casting shadows upon well-worn leather-bound books. Join us for an evening of literary magic and the soothing ambiance of shared stories.</p><br/><p>[ be the light in the darkness ]</p><br/><p>This Work Has “No Known Copyright” | Creative Commons</p> <br/><br/>Get full access to Buddug Brenhines at <a href="https://boudicasquest.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&#38;utm_campaign=CTA_4">boudicasquest.substack.com/subscribe</a>
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46 MIN
REALITY AND ILLUSION: The Real Thing | HENRY JAMES
AUG 31, 2024
REALITY AND ILLUSION: The Real Thing | HENRY JAMES
<p>#SleepStories #ClassicLiterature #PodcastForSleep </p><br/><p>Explore more on my website: [Buddug&#39;s Circle](<a href="https://buddugscircle.com/" class="linkified" target="_blank">https://buddugscircle.com/</a>) </p><br/><p>Visit my online store [Abliss Attire](<a href="https://ablissattire.com/" class="linkified" target="_blank">https://ablissattire.com/</a>)</p><br/><p><br/></p><br/><p>For The Love of Literature with Buddug Brenhines is your retreat for relaxation and peaceful sleep. Here, I read classic literature in a gentle, soothing manner, accompanied by background frequencies designed to promote DNA repair. Each episode is crafted from the bottom of my heart to bring love and healing to all who listen, comment, like, and subscribe.</p><br/><p><br/></p><br/><p>Tonight&#39;s journey takes us through The Real Thing, by Henry James, offering a moment of calm and reflection.</p><br/><p><br/></p><br/><p>• SUMMARY • </p><br/><p>&quot;The Real Thing&quot; is a short story by Henry James that delves into the complexities of art, authenticity, and social class. The story revolves around an artist who hires a couple, Major and Mrs. Monarch, to pose for his illustrations. Despite their ideal appearance, their lack of adaptability makes them unsuitable models, highlighting the tension between surface reality and deeper artistic truth.</p><br/><p><br/></p><br/><p>• BACKGROUND • </p><br/><p>Henry James was an American-British author known for his rich, complex prose and keen insights into human nature. His works often explore the inner lives of characters and the subtleties of social interactions. &quot;The Real Thing,&quot; published in 1892, is one of James&#39;s shorter works, yet it encapsulates his skill in blending psychological depth with a critique of societal norms.</p><br/><p><br/></p><br/><p>• BEDTIME STORIES FOR ADULTS • </p><br/><p>Step into the enchanting world of Buddug&#39;s literary gatherings, a cozy sanctuary illuminated by the gentle glow of timeless tales and cherished classics in the public domain. Every week, let yourself be embraced by the velvety warmth of stories that resonate through the revered corridors of literary tradition. Imagine finding solace in a softly-lit reading nook, where a flickering candle playfully dances, casting shadows upon well-worn leather-bound books. Join us for an evening of literary magic and the soothing ambiance of shared stories.</p><br/><p><br/></p><br/><p>[ be the light in the darkness ]</p><br/><p><br/></p><br/><p>This Work Has “No Known Copyright” | Creative Commons</p> <br/><br/>Get full access to Buddug Brenhines at <a href="https://boudicasquest.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&#38;utm_campaign=CTA_4">boudicasquest.substack.com/subscribe</a>
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85 MIN
DESPAIR AND SOLACE: A Clean, Well-Lighted Place, by Ernest Hemingway
AUG 17, 2024
DESPAIR AND SOLACE: A Clean, Well-Lighted Place, by Ernest Hemingway
<p>#SleepStories #ClassicLiterature #PodcastForSleep<br/>Explore more on my website: [Buddug&#39;s Circle](<a href="https://buddugscircle.com/)Visit" class="linkified" target="_blank">https://buddugscircle.com/)Visit</a> my online shop: [Abliss Attire](<a href="https://ablissattire-shop.fourthwall.com/" class="linkified" target="_blank">https://ablissattire-shop.fourthwall.com/</a>)<br/><br/>For The Love of Literature with Buddug Brenhines is your retreat for relaxation and peaceful sleep. Here, I read classic literature in a gentle, soothing manner, accompanied by background frequencies designed to promote DNA repair. Each episode is crafted from the bottom of my heart to bring love and healing to all who listen, comment, like, and subscribe.<br/><br/>Tonight&#39;s journey takes us through A Clean, Well-Lighted Place, by Ernest Hemingway, offering a moment of calm and reflection.<br/><br/>• SUMMARY •<br/>&quot;A Clean, Well-Lighted Place&quot; is a short story by Ernest Hemingway that revolves around two waiters in a Spanish café who observe and discuss an elderly customer who prefers to stay late at night, drinking alone. Through their conversation, the story explores themes of loneliness, the search for meaning, and the contrast between youth and age, highlighting the human need for a place of refuge amidst despair.<br/><br/>• BACKGROUND •<br/>Ernest Hemingway was an American novelist and short story writer, known for his distinctive, economical writing style and his exploration of themes such as war, loss, and existentialism. &quot;A Clean, Well-Lighted Place,&quot; published in 1933, is considered one of Hemingway&#39;s finest short stories, exemplifying his mastery of minimalism and his profound understanding of the human condition.<br/><br/>• BEDTIME STORIES FOR ADULTS •<br/>Step into the enchanting world of Buddug&#39;s literary gatherings, a cozy sanctuary illuminated by the gentle glow of timeless tales and cherished classics in the public domain. Every week, let yourself be embraced by the velvety warmth of stories that resonate through the revered corridors of literary tradition. Imagine finding solace in a softly-lit reading nook, where a flickering candle playfully dances, casting shadows upon well-worn leather-bound books. Join us for an evening of literary magic and the soothing ambiance of shared stories.<br/><br/>[ be the light in the darkness ]<br/><br/>This Work Has “No Known Copyright” | Creative Commons</p> <br/><br/>Get full access to Buddug Brenhines at <a href="https://boudicasquest.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&#38;utm_campaign=CTA_4">boudicasquest.substack.com/subscribe</a>
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12 MIN
REBELLION AND YOUTH: A & P, by John Updike
AUG 13, 2024
REBELLION AND YOUTH: A & P, by John Updike
#SleepStories #ClassicLiterature #PodcastForSleep<br/>Explore more on my website: <a href="https://buddugscircle.com/" target="_new" rel="noreferrer">Buddug's Circle</a><br/>Visit my online shop: <a href="https://ablissattire-shop.fourthwall.com" target="_new" rel="noreferrer">Abliss Attire</a></p><br/><br/><p>For The Love of Literature with Buddug Brenhines is your retreat for relaxation and peaceful sleep. Here, I read classic literature in a gentle, soothing manner, accompanied by background frequencies designed to promote DNA repair. Each episode is crafted from the bottom of my heart to bring love and healing to all who listen, comment, like, and subscribe.</p><br/><br/><p>Tonight's journey takes us through A and P, by John Updike, offering a moment of calm and reflection.</p><br/><br/><p>• SUMMARY •<br/>&quot;A &amp; P&quot; is a short story by John Updike that takes place in a small-town grocery store where a young cashier named Sammy impulsively quits his job after witnessing three girls in bathing suits being reprimanded by the store manager. The story captures the youthful desire for rebellion, the consequences of rash decisions, and the complexities of social norms and personal responsibility.</p><br/><br/><p>• BACKGROUND •<br/>John Updike was an American novelist, poet, and short story writer, known for his rich depictions of middle-class American life. His works often explore themes of identity, sexuality, and the human condition. &quot;A &amp; P,&quot; published in 1961, is one of his most well-known short stories, celebrated for its insightful portrayal of the mundane and its underlying critique of societal expectations.</p><br/><br/><p>• BEDTIME STORIES FOR ADULTS •<br/>Step into the enchanting world of Buddug&#39;s literary gatherings, a cozy sanctuary illuminated by the gentle glow of timeless tales and cherished classics in the public domain. Every week, let yourself be embraced by the velvety warmth of stories that resonate through the revered corridors of literary tradition. Imagine finding solace in a softly-lit reading nook, where a flickering candle playfully dances, casting shadows upon well-worn leather-bound books. Join us for an evening of literary magic and the soothing ambiance of shared stories.</p><br/><br/><p>[ be the light in the darkness ]</p><br/><p>This Work Has “No Known Copyright” | Creative Commons</p> <br/><br/>Get full access to Buddug Brenhines at <a href="https://boudicasquest.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&#38;utm_campaign=CTA_4">boudicasquest.substack.com/subscribe</a>
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24 MIN