PODCAST · fiction
Joan Thursday
by Louis Joseph Vance
In this captivating departure from the acclaimed Lone Wolf detective series, join Joan Thursby, a tenement beauty with dreams of stardom, as she navigates the gritty streets of 1900s New York City. This minor potboiler serves as a precursor to the melodramatic tales that would follow, such as the beloved Stella Dallas a decade later. Packed with the kind of vivid, exuberant prose typical of writers who love their thesauruses, and sprinkled with a touch of humor, this story promises to entertain fans of low-brow literature. - Summary by Matt Pierard
Episodes
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Ebony and Crystal-Clark Ashton Smith
"Ebony and Crystal-Clark Ashton Smith" invites listeners into a rich tapestry of themes that explore identity, culture, and the complexities of human connection. This evocative work resonates with timeless questions about belonging and the interplay of light and dark in our lives. The narrative's...
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My Very Own Fairy Stories-Johnny Gruelle
"My Very Own Fairy Stories" by Johnny Gruelle invites listeners into a whimsical world filled with enchanting tales that spark the imagination. Gruelle's storytelling captures the essence of childhood wonder, making it a timeless collection that resonates with both young and old. The themes of...
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Avenger-E. Phillips Oppenheim
"Avenger" by E. Phillips Oppenheim is a gripping tale that delves into themes of justice, vengeance, and the moral complexities of retribution. This story captivates listeners with its exploration of how far one might go to seek revenge and the consequences that follow. The enduring nature of its...
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Rosalynde or, Euphues' Golden Legacie-Thomas Lodge
"Rosalynde or, Euphues' Golden Legacie" by Thomas Lodge is a timeless tale that explores themes of love, loyalty, and the complexities of human relationships. This enchanting narrative captivates listeners with its rich language and intricate character dynamics, reflecting the enduring nature of...
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Venus and Adonis
"Venus and Adonis" is a timeless narrative that explores the themes of love and desire, capturing the intense relationship between the goddess Venus and the beautiful young mortal Adonis. This poignant poem delves into the complexities of passion, illustrating how love can inspire both joy and...
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Mystery of a Hansom Cab (Version 2 Dramatic Reading)-Fergus Hume
"Mystery of a Hansom Cab" by Fergus Hume is a captivating tale that delves into the intrigue surrounding a mysterious murder that occurs in a hansom cab in the bustling streets of 19th-century Melbourne. As the investigation unfolds, it explores themes of justice, societal norms, and the...
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H.M.S. Pinafore; Or, The Lass That Loved A Sailor-W. S. Gilbert
H.M.S. Pinafore; Or, The Lass That Loved A Sailor by W. S. Gilbert is a delightful operetta that explores themes of love, class, and duty aboard a British warship. This timeless tale captures the struggles of romance across social boundaries, showcasing the charm of its characters and the humor...
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Fevers and Physicians in Space (Ed Reads Short Sci-fi, vol. II)-Various
"Fevers and Physicians in Space (Ed Reads Short Sci-fi, vol. II)" is a captivating collection that explores the intersection of medicine and the cosmos, highlighting the challenges and triumphs of healthcare in an extraterrestrial setting. This anthology showcases various narratives that delve…
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Drama of Exile-Elizabeth Barrett Browning
"Drama of Exile" by Elizabeth Barrett Browning explores themes of longing, separation, and the emotional turmoil that comes with being displaced. This poignant work captures the essence of human experience through the lens of exile, resonating deeply with anyone who has faced loss or the…
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Man of Means-C. H. Bovill, P. G. Wodehouse
"Man of Means" by C. H. Bovill and P. G. Wodehouse delves into the life of a character navigating the complexities of wealth and social standing. This engaging tale explores themes of ambition, identity, and the often humorous consequences of affluence. The clever wit and sharp observations of...
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Whispering Lane-Fergus Hume
Whispering Lane by Fergus Hume invites listeners into a world steeped in mystery and intrigue, showcasing Hume's masterful storytelling. This captivating tale explores themes of suspense and the human condition, making it a timeless piece that resonates with audiences today. The atmospheric…
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Selected Poems-Siegfried Sassoon
"Selected Poems-Siegfried Sassoon" presents a poignant collection of the poet's work, capturing the raw emotions and experiences of war. Sassoon's verses reflect the profound impact of conflict, exploring themes of heroism, loss, and the haunting aftermath of battle. His ability to articulate the...
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Brittain's Ida
"Brittain's Ida" invites listeners into a compelling narrative that captures the essence of its titular character, Ida, as she navigates the complexities of her life. This audiobook resonates with themes of resilience and identity, making it a timeless exploration of the human experience. The...
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Mystery of a Hansom Cab-Fergus Hume
Mystery of a Hansom Cab by Fergus Hume invites listeners into a gripping tale of intrigue and suspense that unfolds in the bustling streets of 19th-century London. This classic detective story revolves around a mysterious murder that takes place in a hansom cab, captivating readers with its…
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Hero and Leander-George Chapman, Christopher Marlowe
"Hero and Leander" by George Chapman and Christopher Marlowe is a poignant exploration of love and longing, centering on the passionate relationship between its titular characters. This timeless narrative delves into themes of desire, separation, and the struggle against fate, capturing the…
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Drama of Exile-Elizabeth Barrett Browning
"Drama of Exile" by Elizabeth Barrett Browning explores themes of longing, identity, and the complexities of human emotion through the lens of exile. This poignant work delves into the struggles of separation and the quest for belonging, making it a timeless reflection on the human condition....
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Angel of Terror-Edgar Wallace
"Angel of Terror" by Edgar Wallace is a gripping tale that delves into the depths of human nature and the complexities of crime and justice. This riveting story explores themes of fear, betrayal, and the struggle between good and evil, making it a timeless exploration of moral ambiguity. Its...
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At Dawn And Dusk-Victor Daley
"At Dawn And Dusk" by Victor Daley invites listeners into a reflective exploration of life’s transitions and the beauty found in fleeting moments. This poignant work captures the essence of dawn and dusk as metaphors for beginnings and endings, urging us to appreciate the delicate balance between...
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Alarms and Discursions-G. K. Chesterton
"Alarms and Discursions" by G. K. Chesterton is a thought-provoking collection that delves into the complexities of modern life, exploring themes of faith, reason, and the intricacies of human nature. Chesterton's unique perspective challenges conventional wisdom and encourages listeners to...
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Mary Louise-L. Frank Baum
"Mary Louise-L. Frank Baum" invites listeners into a captivating exploration of the beloved works of Frank Baum, the visionary author known for his enchanting tales. This audiobook delves into the themes of imagination, adventure, and the timeless quest for belonging that resonate deeply with...
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039 - Chapter 39
In this captivating departure from the acclaimed Lone Wolf detective series, join Joan Thursby, a tenement beauty with dreams of stardom, as she navigates the gritty streets of 1900s New York City. This minor potboiler serves as a precursor to the melodramatic tales that would follow, such as the...
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038 - Chapter 38
In this captivating departure from the acclaimed Lone Wolf detective series, join Joan Thursby, a tenement beauty with dreams of stardom, as she navigates the gritty streets of 1900s New York City. This minor potboiler serves as a precursor to the melodramatic tales that would follow, such as the...
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037 - Chapter 37
In this captivating departure from the acclaimed Lone Wolf detective series, join Joan Thursby, a tenement beauty with dreams of stardom, as she navigates the gritty streets of 1900s New York City. This minor potboiler serves as a precursor to the melodramatic tales that would follow, such as the...
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036 - Chapter 36
In this captivating departure from the acclaimed Lone Wolf detective series, join Joan Thursby, a tenement beauty with dreams of stardom, as she navigates the gritty streets of 1900s New York City. This minor potboiler serves as a precursor to the melodramatic tales that would follow, such as the...
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035 - Chapter 35
In this captivating departure from the acclaimed Lone Wolf detective series, join Joan Thursby, a tenement beauty with dreams of stardom, as she navigates the gritty streets of 1900s New York City. This minor potboiler serves as a precursor to the melodramatic tales that would follow, such as the...
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034 - Chapter 34
In this captivating departure from the acclaimed Lone Wolf detective series, join Joan Thursby, a tenement beauty with dreams of stardom, as she navigates the gritty streets of 1900s New York City. This minor potboiler serves as a precursor to the melodramatic tales that would follow, such as the...
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033 - Chapter 33
In this captivating departure from the acclaimed Lone Wolf detective series, join Joan Thursby, a tenement beauty with dreams of stardom, as she navigates the gritty streets of 1900s New York City. This minor potboiler serves as a precursor to the melodramatic tales that would follow, such as the...
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032 - Chapter 32
In this captivating departure from the acclaimed Lone Wolf detective series, join Joan Thursby, a tenement beauty with dreams of stardom, as she navigates the gritty streets of 1900s New York City. This minor potboiler serves as a precursor to the melodramatic tales that would follow, such as the...
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031 - Chapter 31
In this captivating departure from the acclaimed Lone Wolf detective series, join Joan Thursby, a tenement beauty with dreams of stardom, as she navigates the gritty streets of 1900s New York City. This minor potboiler serves as a precursor to the melodramatic tales that would follow, such as the...
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030 - Chapter 30
In this captivating departure from the acclaimed Lone Wolf detective series, join Joan Thursby, a tenement beauty with dreams of stardom, as she navigates the gritty streets of 1900s New York City. This minor potboiler serves as a precursor to the melodramatic tales that would follow, such as the...
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029 - Chapter 29
In this captivating departure from the acclaimed Lone Wolf detective series, join Joan Thursby, a tenement beauty with dreams of stardom, as she navigates the gritty streets of 1900s New York City. This minor potboiler serves as a precursor to the melodramatic tales that would follow, such as the...
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028 - Chapter 28
In this captivating departure from the acclaimed Lone Wolf detective series, join Joan Thursby, a tenement beauty with dreams of stardom, as she navigates the gritty streets of 1900s New York City. This minor potboiler serves as a precursor to the melodramatic tales that would follow, such as the...
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027 - Chapter 27
In this captivating departure from the acclaimed Lone Wolf detective series, join Joan Thursby, a tenement beauty with dreams of stardom, as she navigates the gritty streets of 1900s New York City. This minor potboiler serves as a precursor to the melodramatic tales that would follow, such as the...
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026 - Chapter 26
In this captivating departure from the acclaimed Lone Wolf detective series, join Joan Thursby, a tenement beauty with dreams of stardom, as she navigates the gritty streets of 1900s New York City. This minor potboiler serves as a precursor to the melodramatic tales that would follow, such as the...
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025 - Chapter 25
In this captivating departure from the acclaimed Lone Wolf detective series, join Joan Thursby, a tenement beauty with dreams of stardom, as she navigates the gritty streets of 1900s New York City. This minor potboiler serves as a precursor to the melodramatic tales that would follow, such as the...
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024 - Chapter 24
In this captivating departure from the acclaimed Lone Wolf detective series, join Joan Thursby, a tenement beauty with dreams of stardom, as she navigates the gritty streets of 1900s New York City. This minor potboiler serves as a precursor to the melodramatic tales that would follow, such as the...
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023 - Chapter 23
In this captivating departure from the acclaimed Lone Wolf detective series, join Joan Thursby, a tenement beauty with dreams of stardom, as she navigates the gritty streets of 1900s New York City. This minor potboiler serves as a precursor to the melodramatic tales that would follow, such as the...
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022 - Chapter 22
In this captivating departure from the acclaimed Lone Wolf detective series, join Joan Thursby, a tenement beauty with dreams of stardom, as she navigates the gritty streets of 1900s New York City. This minor potboiler serves as a precursor to the melodramatic tales that would follow, such as the...
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021 - Chapter 21
In this captivating departure from the acclaimed Lone Wolf detective series, join Joan Thursby, a tenement beauty with dreams of stardom, as she navigates the gritty streets of 1900s New York City. This minor potboiler serves as a precursor to the melodramatic tales that would follow, such as the...
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020 - Chapter 20
In this captivating departure from the acclaimed Lone Wolf detective series, join Joan Thursby, a tenement beauty with dreams of stardom, as she navigates the gritty streets of 1900s New York City. This minor potboiler serves as a precursor to the melodramatic tales that would follow, such as the...
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019 - Chapter 19
In this captivating departure from the acclaimed Lone Wolf detective series, join Joan Thursby, a tenement beauty with dreams of stardom, as she navigates the gritty streets of 1900s New York City. This minor potboiler serves as a precursor to the melodramatic tales that would follow, such as the...
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018 - Chapter 18
In this captivating departure from the acclaimed Lone Wolf detective series, join Joan Thursby, a tenement beauty with dreams of stardom, as she navigates the gritty streets of 1900s New York City. This minor potboiler serves as a precursor to the melodramatic tales that would follow, such as the...
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017 - Chapter 17
In this captivating departure from the acclaimed Lone Wolf detective series, join Joan Thursby, a tenement beauty with dreams of stardom, as she navigates the gritty streets of 1900s New York City. This minor potboiler serves as a precursor to the melodramatic tales that would follow, such as the...
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016 - Chapter 16
In this captivating departure from the acclaimed Lone Wolf detective series, join Joan Thursby, a tenement beauty with dreams of stardom, as she navigates the gritty streets of 1900s New York City. This minor potboiler serves as a precursor to the melodramatic tales that would follow, such as the...
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015 - Chapter 15
In this captivating departure from the acclaimed Lone Wolf detective series, join Joan Thursby, a tenement beauty with dreams of stardom, as she navigates the gritty streets of 1900s New York City. This minor potboiler serves as a precursor to the melodramatic tales that would follow, such as the...
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014 - Chapter 14
In this captivating departure from the acclaimed Lone Wolf detective series, join Joan Thursby, a tenement beauty with dreams of stardom, as she navigates the gritty streets of 1900s New York City. This minor potboiler serves as a precursor to the melodramatic tales that would follow, such as the...
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013 - Chapter 13
In this captivating departure from the acclaimed Lone Wolf detective series, join Joan Thursby, a tenement beauty with dreams of stardom, as she navigates the gritty streets of 1900s New York City. This minor potboiler serves as a precursor to the melodramatic tales that would follow, such as the...
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012 - Chapter 12
In this captivating departure from the acclaimed Lone Wolf detective series, join Joan Thursby, a tenement beauty with dreams of stardom, as she navigates the gritty streets of 1900s New York City. This minor potboiler serves as a precursor to the melodramatic tales that would follow, such as the...
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011 - Chapter 11
In this captivating departure from the acclaimed Lone Wolf detective series, join Joan Thursby, a tenement beauty with dreams of stardom, as she navigates the gritty streets of 1900s New York City. This minor potboiler serves as a precursor to the melodramatic tales that would follow, such as the...
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010 - Chapter 10
In this captivating departure from the acclaimed Lone Wolf detective series, join Joan Thursby, a tenement beauty with dreams of stardom, as she navigates the gritty streets of 1900s New York City. This minor potboiler serves as a precursor to the melodramatic tales that would follow, such as the...
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In this captivating departure from the acclaimed Lone Wolf detective series, join Joan Thursby, a tenement beauty with dreams of stardom, as she navigates the gritty streets of 1900s New York City. This minor potboiler serves as a precursor to the melodramatic tales that would follow, such as the beloved Stella Dallas a decade later. Packed with the kind of vivid, exuberant prose typical of writers who love their thesauruses, and sprinkled with a touch of humor, this story promises to entertain fans of low-brow literature. - Summary by Matt Pierard
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In this captivating departure from the acclaimed Lone Wolf detective series, join Joan Thursby, a tenement beauty with dreams of stardom, as she navigates the gritty streets of 1900s New York City. This minor potboiler serves as a precursor to the melodramatic tales that would follow, such as the...
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