Ep 03 The Courtship of Miles Standish

Against that sweeping backdrop of the New World emerges one of America's most beloved storytellers, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, who, on the eve of the Civil War, looked back to the humble settlement at Plymouth in search of the virtues that could heal a divided nation. In this episode, we explore the remarkable story behind The Courtship of Miles Standish before experiencing Longfellow's unforgettable poem in his own words. Journey into the fragile pilgrim colony where friendship, loyalty, sacrifice, and love are tested in the wilderness, and discover why this timeless tale still speaks to the questions we face today: How do we remain true to ourselves while honoring those around us? And how do the stories of the past help us become better people in the present?ILLUSTRATIONS:Wherever possible we used original illustrations by Mathew B. Brady (1823-1896) from an 1859 printing of the poem.22:23 "Miles Standish"41:55 "Lover's Errand"59:47 "John Alden"1:03:14 "The March of Miles Standish"1:09:07 "The Mayflower"1:20:27 "Priscilla"1:39:30 " Wedding Day"1:43:59 "Wedding Procession"-------------------------------------THE STORY OF THE PILGRIMS, Part 1 & 2Season One, Episodes 17 & 18https://storybounders.com/pages/podcast (these episodes can also be found on Spotify, Apple, and Youtube)To help deepen your understanding and gain more context for this episode and future episodes, please listen to the story of the Mayflower Pilgrims.-------------------------------------DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE COPY: "How to Build Your Story Reservoir"https://storybounders.com/pages/join-guideDiscover why the stories you love and believe in significantly shape your life—and how to choose them intentionally.-Learn what a story reservoir is-How stories shape your character and choices-How to recognize meaningful stories-Where to begin building your own story reservoir-------------------------------------TRAVELING is another way to gather stories into your reservoir. We suggest experiencing the following sites to enrich and deepen your connection with the story of the pilgrims.OUR TRAVEL DESTINATION SUGGESTION:-Plimoth Patuxet Museum (https://plimoth.org)-Mayflower II (part of the Plimoth Patuxet Museum experience)-Plymouth Rock (79 Water Street, Plymouth, MA, FREE)On the opposite side of Boston, just a few blocks away from Harvard Campus, is the home of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, which is open for daily tours. Learn more about one of America's most celebrated authors by visiting:-Longfellow House Washington's Headquarters (https://www.nps.gov/long/index.htm)-------------------------------------VISIT OUR BOOKSHOPWe believe that everyone should have a private library—a visual and tactile representation of your story reservoir. Our bookshop curates beautiful editions (old and new) of beloved, classic stories that will surely be treasured keepsakes and aesthetic additions to your library. https://www.etsy.com/shop/Storybounders