Faithful John
from Grimm Reading Hosted by Adam Field & Matt Hughes
On his deathbed, a King commands trusty John, his most loyal servant, to protect his son and heir. But when the boy falls in love with a forbidden painting, John's loyalty is pushed to the limit. Will he sacrifice himself for the sake of the boy? Find out in Faithful John! The Brothers Grimm story responsible for Oscar Wilde's greatest work and your favourite scene in Star Wars. After the story, we try to tracy its lineage from West to East, by way of a medieval French romance and the unexpected story of Hercules' run in with a poisoned shirt. This episode is “Certified Grimm” for adult themes and may not be suitable for all listeners. Twitter Facebook Instagram Patreon [email protected] Theme music: Bicycle Waltz by Goodbye Kumiko Other Music: Dvorak's Romantic Pieces, Op. 75 - 3. Allegro appassionato // Maria Szymanowska's Polonaise No. 3
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