Episodes

  • The Martian Part Third part 2

    The Martian Part Third part 2
    Jul 3 2026
    In which the youthful Barty Josselin reveals himself as a spirited and mischievous lad, beloved by his confessor for his imaginative wit and sweet voice, while also mastering a secret shorthand system alongside the narrator. The year unfolds with Barty’s fascination for the sea, literary pursuits, and a memorable escapade involving a pre-dawn swim that ends in a lively chase through the school grounds.
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    10 mins
  • The Martian Part Third part 1

    The Martian Part Third part 1
    Jul 1 2026
    In which the leisurely rhythms of school life and genteel camaraderie unfold with charming detail, painting a portrait of youthful diligence and the simple pleasures of friendship, family, and art. Interspersed with gentle humour and delicate observations on manners and character, the narrative captures a singularly happy, unremarkable year suffused with boyish mischief and moments of tender domesticity.
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    13 mins
  • The Martian Part Second part 8

    The Martian Part Second part 8
    Jun 29 2026
    In which the sombre stillness of mourning at the loss of the beloved head-master is tenderly observed, as the boys and masters carry out their solemn farewells with a mixture of grief and reverence. Amidst this melancholy, a spirited yet affectionate quarrel between two schoolfellows breaks out, culminating in a heartwarming reconciliation that gently underscores the bonds of youth and friendship.
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    14 mins
  • The Martian Part Second part 7

    The Martian Part Second part 7
    Jun 27 2026
    In which the tender complexities of youthful affection and mistaken hand-squeezes accompany the somber return to school under the dreary October skies, where the earnest resolve to excel in studies is warmly contrasted by the genial hospitality and charming idiosyncrasies of the Archibald Rohans. The narrative gently shifts to a sombre note with the sudden and silent passing of Père Brossard, casting a pall of grief upon the boys who find themselves suspended in an unnatural and hushed mourning.
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    14 mins
  • The Martian Part Second part 6

    The Martian Part Second part 6
    Jun 25 2026
    In which a daring encounter with a bull reveals the brave but guileless character of young Barty, whose candid nature endears him to his companions despite the occasional troubles it invites. Following this, a charming and leisurely tour through the picturesque Loire country unfolds, filled with joyous festivities, genteel hospitality, and the tender moments of youthful affection beneath the evening stars.
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    11 mins
  • The Martian Part Second part 5

    The Martian Part Second part 5
    Jun 23 2026
    In which we are gently ushered into the daily rhythms and quaint intimacies of life at the House of Laferté, where old Polyphemus's morning rituals and Barty's musical interludes paint a vivid tableau of camaraderie and simple pleasures. The narrative wanders into the shadowy depths of the nearby forest, revealing its haunting legends and evoking a wistful nostalgia for wild woods and bygone days filled with mysterious lore and rustic charm.
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    8 mins
  • The Martian Part Second part 4

    The Martian Part Second part 4
    Jun 21 2026
    In which we are introduced to the singular household of M. Laferté, a towering and somewhat grim ironmaster turned mayor, whose rustic yet generous family welcomes the lively presence of Barty with gentle affection and good-humoured oversight. Their days are enlivened by shooting expeditions, whimsical entertainments, and the hearty camaraderie of meals where the boundaries between master and servant pleasantly dissolve.
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    6 mins
  • The Martian Part Second part 3

    The Martian Part Second part 3
    Jun 19 2026
    In which the gentle turmoil of revolutionary Paris provides a striking backdrop to the narrator’s youthful days spent amidst familial affection and the captivating personality of Barty Josselin, whose charm effortlessly wins the hearts of those around him. As examinations approach, friendships deepen and the promise of a country retreat stirs the spirit with images of serene landscapes and rural delights, contrasting with the city's distant sounds of conflict.
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    17 mins