EPISODE · Apr 12, 2026 · 13 MIN
Knickerbocker's History of New York Vol. 1 Book I Chapter I
from The Washington Irving Library · host Washington Irving
In which the nature of our terrestrial globe and its celestial motions are examined through a medley of ancient and modern philosophies, accompanied by a humorous illustration drawn from a learned professor’s lecture. The discourse reveals a gentle acknowledgement of the whimsical caprices of nature that confound even the most erudite minds, prompting adjustments in theory to accommodate the world’s obstinate reality.
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In which the nature of our terrestrial globe and its celestial motions are examined through a medley of ancient and modern philosophies, accompanied by a humorous illustration drawn from a learned professor’s lecture. The discourse reveals a gentle acknowledgement of the whimsical caprices of nature that confound even the most erudite minds, prompting adjustments in theory to accommodate the world’s obstinate reality.
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