Castle Richmond

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Belton Estate

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Macdermots of Ballycloran

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Ayala's Angel

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Aurora Floyd

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Harry Heathcote of Gangoil

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Cranford

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Felix Holt: the Radical (Unabridged)

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The Virginians

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Sir Nigel

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Little Dorrit

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Lady Anna

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He Knew He Was Right

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Kept in the Dark

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Orley Farm

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The Small House at Allington

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Can You Forgive Her?

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Marion Fay

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Dr Thorne

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John Caldigate

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The Eustace Diamonds

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Phineas Redux

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Is He Popenjoy ?

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The Duke's Children

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Ralph the Heir

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Framley Parsonage

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The Three Clerks

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The American Senator

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The Vicar of Bullhampton

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Castle Rackrent

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Phineas Finn

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Redeeming Love

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Becoming Mrs. Lewis: The Improbable Love Story of Joy Davidman and C. S. Lewis

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Beautiful Ruins: A Novel

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The Wolf Den

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Enchanted Hill

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A Curious Beginning

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The Strange Journey of Alice Pendelbury

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It Happened One Fight

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The Sisters of Alameda Street: A Novel

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The Last Bookshop in London: A Novel of World War II

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When I Come Home Again: 'A page-turning literary gem' THE TIMES, BEST BOOKS OF 2020

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Just Like Heaven

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We Could Be So Good: A Novel

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The Other Miss Bridgerton: A Bridgertons Prequel

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Where the Lost Wander: A Novel

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Splendid

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Master Of None

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The House with the Golden Door

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What Happens in London

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B. J. Harrison Reads The Count of Monte Cristo

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Wuthering Heights (Seasons Edition -- Winter)

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A Night Like This

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The Gown: A Novel of the Royal Wedding

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The Duchess Deal: Girl Meets Duke

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The Boleyn Inheritance: A Novel

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White Queen

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The Queen's Fool: A Novel

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The Beekeeper's Promise

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The Light Over London

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The Companion

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Episode 6: The Literary Life of Mary Jo Tate: Today on The Literary Life, your hosts Angelina Stanford and Cindy Rollins sit down for a chat with their friend and fellow reader, Mary Jo Tate. As well as being an avid reader, Mary Jo is an author, editor, teacher, book collector and single mother...

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Episode 203: Our Literary Lives of 2023: On The Literary Life today, Angelina, Cindy and Thomas recap their reading from the past year. They first share some general thoughts on their year of reading and what sorts of books they completed. Other questions they discuss are on what books...

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Close Reads: Howards End, Chapters 16-20: Join Angelina, Tim, and David as they continue their conversation about E.M. Forster's novel, Howards End. Topics of conversation include the differences between Mr. Wilcox and Margaret, capital "R" Romance vs. lower-case "r" romance, Forster's...

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Episode 128: “The Enchanted April” by Elizabeth von Arnim, Ch. 1-11: Welcome back to The Literary Life podcast with Angelina Stanford, Cindy Rollins and Thomas Banks. This week our hosts begin their discussion of by Elizabeth von Arnim, covering chapters 1-11. Thomas gives some interesting biographical information...

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Miss Pym Disposes by Josephine Tey: Josephine Tey's classic mystery Miss Pym Disposes…

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Persuasion: Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss Austen's last complete novel, published after her death.

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Middlemarch: Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss George Eliot's greatest novel, published 1871-72.

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Episode 119: A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Acts I and II: Welcome back to The Literary Life podcast and our series on Shakespeare’s . After kicking off the episode with their commonplace quotes, Angelina, Cindy and Thomas start digging into the play itself. Thomas brings up the importance of the timing of...

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A Christmas Carol: Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss Charles Dickens' celebrated story of Scrooge's redemption.

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Close Reads #53: Brideshead Revisted, Chapters 1-2: On this episode of Close Reads, Angelina, Tim, and David kick off their discussion of Evelyn Waugh's classic novel, Brideshead Revisited, focusing on the prologue and chapters one and two.   Topics include: First experiences with Waugh...

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Phaedo by Plato ~ Full Audiobook: Phaedo by Plato audiobook. Plato's Phaedo is one of the great dialogues of his middle period, along with the Republic and the Symposium. The Phaedo, which depicts the death of Socrates, is also Plato's seventh and last dialogue to detail the philosop...

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The Scottish Borders (E1) - Don't let the peace and tranquility of this southern region of Scotland fool you. The Border lands were dangerous in medieval Scotland where only the fittest survived.: In this Podcast, we are going to travel from Edinburgh down to the Borders passing through some medieval villages on route. We will be travelling on roads built by the Romans in the 1st and 2nd   centurie and we’ll be looking at some...

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Welcome to Duchess Season 2: Welcome back to Season 2 of Duchess! - the podcast where the Duchess of Rutland explores the historic homes of Great Britain, and meets the inspiring women who lead them today. Have you ever watched Bridgerton, The Crown or Downton Abbey and wondered what it's really like to be a Duchess? If so, this is the podcast for you. Stately homes are manors, palaces, and castles of great historic significance. They were built by the finest architects, adorned with the finest treasures and surrounded by breathtaking landscapes. They homed the most powerful families and, with their wealth and social pedigree, shaped the world we live in today. Emma grew up far away from the aristocracy but her life changed forever when she married her husband - the 11th Duke of Rutland - and moved into Belvoir Castle. At once Emma became both a Duchess and custodian of one of Britain's most important buildings. The Duchess wanted to learn more about this world, these homes, and the ot

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Demetra Lindsay of Hedingham Castle: On this week’s episode, The Duchess meets Demetra Lindsay - custodian of the marvellous Hedingham Castle - Britain’s best preserved Norman keep. We learn about the history of Hedingham Castle, we hear about a beautiful love story that challenged the social norms of it’s day, Demetra introduces us to some ghostly residents who continue to walk the halls of Hedingham, and we take a tour the wonderful gardens. Enjoy.

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An Eye for an Eye: Evictions & Assassinations (The Great Famine XVIII): Over the course of the Great Famine, hundreds of thousands of Irish people were evicted from their homes. As ruthless landlords showed no pity, eviction was a death sentence for many starving tenants who were made homeless. It was inevitable these evic...

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Lady Ailsa of Stonor Park: Episode Description: In this week’s episode, the Duchess speaks to Lady Ailsa of the historic Stonor Park. In the episode, Lady Ailsa tells the Duchess about the mysterious story of Hollywood’s lost aviator, we get the backstory on Stonor Park’s mystical foundations, and the ladies discuss the estate’s fascinating history of Catholic martyrdom. Top Quotes:"When living in these homes you do really reflect on how extraordinary it is to have this great tapestry of hundreds of years surrounding you." - Duchess"These homes aren't built for five people to rattle around in. They're built for everyone to see." - Lady Ailsa"In lockdown, we have noticed an enormous reconnection with Belvoir from the local community. We hope it will stay because the only way we will keep the roofs on these places is from the support of local people in the surrounding area. Living in heritage is such a partnership" - DuchessAbout the Guest and Stately Home:Lady Ailsa was born Ailsa Ma

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Welcome to Duchess Season 3: Welcome back to Season 3 of Duchess! - the podcast where the Duchess of Rutland explores the historic homes of Great Britain and Ireland, and meets the inspiring women who lead them today. Have you ever watched Bridgerton, The Crown or Downton Abbey and wondered what it's really like to be a Duchess? If so, this is the podcast for you. Stately homes are manors, palaces, and castles of great historic significance. They were built by the finest architects, adorned with the finest treasures and surrounded by breathtaking landscapes. They homed the most powerful families and, with their wealth and social pedigree, shaped the world we live in today. Emma grew up far away from the aristocracy but her life changed forever when she married her husband - the 11th Duke of Rutland - and moved into Belvoir Castle. At once Emma became both a Duchess and custodian of one of Britain's most important buildings. The Duchess wanted to learn more about this world, these homes

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The Countess of Derby of Knowsley Hall: Episode Description:On this episode of Duchess, our hosts travels to meet the lovely Countess of Derby of the beautiful Knowsley Hall. Lady Derby speaks to the Duchess about the impressive lineage of the Stanley family, and Lady Derby explains some of the challenges she encountered when first arriving on the steps of Knowsley Hall. Emma Rutland learns about Knowsley's astounding connection to Shakespeare, we are given an insight into the Stanley's enthusiasm for equestrian sports, and we hear first hand accounts of the what it’s like to run an estate during a pandemic. Have you ever watched Bridgerton, The Crown or Downton Abbey and wondered what it's really like to be a Duchess? If so, this is the podcast for you.Top Quotes:“That was the most difficult thing during the lockdown. Everyone had to isolate. It was actually very lonely.” - Lady Derby “It’s hard to describe a stately home life without realising it is very co-dependent.” - Lady Derby “

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February 23, 2022 William Chambers, Henry David Thoreau, John Lewis Russell, Seasons at Highclere by The Countess of Carnarvon, and Georges Bugnet: Subscribe  | | | |   Support The Daily Gardener   Connect for FREE!  |    Historical Events 1723 Birth of Sir William Chambers (books about this person), Swedish-Scottish architect, based in...

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Season 4 Trailer

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Catherine Fitzgerald of Glin Castle: Episode Description: On this week’s special episode, the Duchess of Rutland speaks to Catherine Fitzgerald of Glin Castle in Ireland. In the show, Catherine regales some of the wonderful and amusing legends associated with her family, we catch a glimpse of the ghosts of Glin, and Catherine opens about the unexpected nature of her custodianship. Top Quotes:"Glin Castle is part of an architectural golden period in Ireland. It was built when most of Georgian Dublin was built. There was a surge in building, decoration, and the arts. Glin is part of a moment of optimism." — Catherine "I was never brought up to take Glin Castle on. My father thought he would leave it to a preservation trust but they weren't able to take it on. So, it was really my passion, my love for it, that drove my decision to take Glin Castle off the market." - Catherine "As a custodian, I'm not looking to control the future I'm just thinking about day to day and how I can take care

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The Duchess of Argyll of Inveraray Castle: Episode Description:In this episode, the Duchess meets the Duchess of Argyll, who invites us inside her fabulous home: the historic Inveraray Castle, situated on the banks of Loch Fyne in Scotland. We learn about the ghostly history the castle, and we hear the story of the iconic 20th century society beauty: Ethel Margaret Campbell. The Duchess of Argyll shares with us the fascinating history of the proud Campbell Clan, and we learn about the Duchess of Argyll's connection to Britain’s most treasured of chocolatiers.Have you ever watched Bridgerton, The Crown or Downton Abbey and wondered what it's really like to be a Duchess? If so, this is the podcast for you.Top Quotes:“I think being a Duchess has taught me that I have a responsibility to my local community, and that I must do it better every day.” - Emma Rutland“We have a hundred and twenty thousand visitors a year. Without them, these homes have nothing.” - the Duchess of Argyll“That’s th

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Lady Ingilby of Ripley Castle: In this latest episode, The Duchess travels to meet Lady Ingilby of the amazing Ripley Castle. Lady Emma Ingilby takes the Duchess on a tour through Ripley’s fascinating history, Lady Ingilby explains what a priest hole is and why it was once very important in a Catholic home, we hear more chilling ghost stories, and the ladies discuss the sometimes isolating exclusivity of the ‘stately wives club.’ Enjoy.

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Charlotte Brudenell of Deene Park: Episode Description: In the first episode of Duchess season 2, the Duchess of Rutland travels to Deene Park in Northamptonshire to meet Charlotte Brudenell. In the show, Charlotte introduces the Duchess to the eccentric Earl that was immortalised by one of English poetry’s greatest works, the ladies discuss Deene Park’s incredible association to the Magna Carta, and Charlotte reveals the ‘saucy’ 19th century discovery that would have made many of the time blush. Top Quotes: "The past is to cherish; the future is to relish." - Charlotte"The great thing about living in heritage is that we take on what our predecessors tell us, bless them for having been and then go forward to do our little bit. It becomes a great tapestry." - The Duchess"You have to put a 21st century influence or adaptation onto something that's older because we ultimately have to live in these houses and we can't let them rule us." - Charlotte"These houses were built to be shown off.

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Countrystride #54: Damsons of the Lyth Valley: …in which we journey south to the snow-blossomed Lyth Valley to unearth the heritage of damson plums with long-time friends and local lads Desmond Holmes and Hartley Trotter. As shadows lengthen over the peat-cut mosses, we take a trip down memory lane...

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Alexandra Sitwell of Renishaw Hall & Gardens: Episode Description: In today’s episode, the Duchess journeys to Renishaw Hall and Gardens to meet Alexandra Sitwell. In the show, the ladies discuss why Renishaw became known as ‘the ancestral home of the English eccentric’, Alexandra introduces us to the iconic literary trio that lived at Renishaw, and we are taken on a tour of the unforgettable gardens that surround the home today. Top Quotes:"These houses have a soul." - Alexandra"The borders of the gardens have the most beautiful flowers. The vistas remind you that you could be in Italy. That's why the gardens of stately homes have been so important to people during this time. Here we are in the middle of Derbyshire, 7 miles from Sheffield, with these fabulous gardens that can take you to another world." - DuchessIt's a love affair with these houses. They scoop you up and, in a way, you can never put them down." - Duchess"My father used to refer to Renishaw as 'My Mistress of old: Unpr

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017-An Aircraft Carrier Made of Ice: Desperate to overcome German submarines in World War II, Britain entertained a strange plan.

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Countess Bathurst of Cirencester Park: Episode Description:In this episode, our host travels to Cirencester Park to meet the Countess Bathurst. In this episode, Lady Bathurst explains to the Duchess how the Earl Bathurst was instrumental in the Battle of Waterloo, the Duchess is introduced to the ‘tornado of a woman’ who called Cirencester home, and Lady Bathurst tells us about the amusing encounter between the late Henry, Earl Bathurst and Prince William.Top Quotes:“These estates, these houses, are a way of life. It’s not a job. They seep into your soul and into your being and they become part of you and you become part of it.” - Countess of Bathurst“It’s a total partnership with people living in heritage.” Duchess of RutlandAbout the Guest and Stately Home:Lady Bathurst married her husband Allen, the 9th Earl Bathurst, in 1996. Much of her time has been spent running the house at Cirencester Park and working in the Gloucestershire community, through a number of roles and charities ar

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Duchess, the Jubilee Special: Episode Description:Welcome back to a very special episode of the Duchess podcast.The weekend of the 3rd of June has just passed and we enjoyed a wonderful weekend of platinum jubilee celebrations for our Queen Elizabeth II.So to celebrate Queen Elizabeth we have decided to have a special episode dedicated to her and the royal family.To start, we will have one of our favourite guests back on the podcast, Lady Derby of Knowsley Hall, who will share some of her own stories involving the royal family and her personal feelings on the incredible celebrations this weekend. We will then play some of our favourite clips from the podcast that have featured stories and anecdotes about the Queen and her family.So please join us for this very special Jubilee episode of the podcast - this is Duchess.Top Quotes:“What the Jubilee meant to me is just bringing everyone together. Nobody does pageantry better than the British. It didn’t matter what age you were, what nationa

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American Wakes, Coffin Ships and Canada: Coffin Ships are one of the most enduring images from the Great Famine. This was the name given to the boats that carried Irish Famine emigrants to North America in 1847. This sinister title comes from the appalling death rates onboard these s...