Episodes

  • Ivanhoe Chapter 4

    Ivanhoe Chapter 4
    Jul 13 2026
    In which Prior Aymer and the Knight Templar present themselves as distinguished guests at Cedric’s hall, where the Saxon lord’s hospitality is mingled with his stern justice and national pride; meanwhile, the fair Rowena commands attention, and banter and discourse reveal tensions between Norman and Saxon, as well as within the company. The evening meal progresses amidst courteous pledges and interruptions, culminating in the arrival of a mysterious stranger seeking refuge from a storm.
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    21 mins
  • Ivanhoe Chapter 3

    Ivanhoe Chapter 3
    Jul 12 2026
    In which the Saxon thane Cedric prepares his rude and spacious hall for the evening meal, impatiently awaiting the return of his herdsman and the arrival of his favourite jester, whilst harbouring a proud but restless spirit in the twilight of his years. Guests of Norman descent, including a jovial Prior and a renowned yet feared Templar knight, arrive seeking lodging for the night, testing the hospitality and simmering tensions of this Saxon household.
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    21 mins
  • A Legend of Montrose

    A Legend of Montrose
    Jul 11 2026
    In which the old punctilios of military honour are illustrated by Sir James Turner’s scholastic plea that trust and faith must go hand in hand, until Cromwell’s rougher logic cuts the knot with the alternative of parole or irons.
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    7 mins
  • A Legend of Montrose Chapter XXI

    A Legend of Montrose Chapter XXI
    Jul 10 2026
    In which Annot Lyle contends with the fearful consequences of Allan M’Aulay’s passion and jealousy, while Sir Dugald Dalgetty enlists her aid to tend to the wounded Knight of Ardenvohr, leading to a dramatic encounter with the outlaw Ranald of the Mist and a startling revelation concerning her lineage. The mingling of enmity and unexpected kinship between these characters unfolds amidst the somber aftermath of conflict, with hope and doubt in equal measure stirring the hearts of all present.
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    20 mins
  • A Legend of Montrose Chapter XIX

    A Legend of Montrose Chapter XIX
    Jul 9 2026
    In which the Highland clans under Montrose engage the Campbells in a fierce and closely contested battle marked by the clashing of swords, the fury of musket fire, and the sudden terror inspired by cavalry, culminating in a decisive victory amid cries and tumult on the rugged field. The aftermath reveals both the heavy toll wrought upon noble houses and the bitter reproach cast upon the Campbell chief’s hasty flight, as Montrose moves promptly to secure his gains and marshal his victorious forces.
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    22 mins
  • A Legend of Montrose Chapter XVI

    A Legend of Montrose Chapter XVI
    Jul 8 2026
    In which the valiant Marquis Montrose contemplates the wisdom of striking either at the Lowlands or the stronghold of his rival, the Earl of Argyle, amidst the murmurs of loyalty and private enmity that stir his followers, while a late-night visit from Major Dalgetty and a mysterious Highlander brings important intelligence and skilled guides to aid his cause. The chapter paints a vivid picture of wartime strategy and allegiance, tempered by personal vendettas and the rugged tenacity of those who live by ancient customs in Highland wilds.
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    31 mins
  • A Legend of Montrose Chapter X

    A Legend of Montrose Chapter X
    Jul 6 2026
    In which Captain Dalgetty accompanies Sir Duncan Campbell to the castle of Ardenvohr, observing with keen military insight the formidable yet imperfect defences of the ancient stronghold and the rugged Highland landscape that surrounds it. Amidst cautious hospitality and spirited discourse on fortification, the captain secures the safety of his trusty steed Gustavus and offers strategic counsel, revealing the blend of martial prudence and Highland pride that colours their encounter.
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    23 mins
  • A Legend of Montrose Chapter XIII

    A Legend of Montrose Chapter XIII
    Jul 7 2026
    In which Captain Dalgetty, imprisoned in a dark dungeon, encounters Ranald MacEagh, a Highland outlaw whose tale of fierce clan feuds and past vengeance reveals the bitter causes of their mutual captivity, and together they are joined by the unexpected arrival of Murdoch Campbell, an emissary of the Marquis of Argyle, who offers a perilous bargain for freedom and secrets. Amidst whispered parley and wary stratagems, Dalgetty cunningly turns the tables upon the Marquis himself, securing a passport and plotting escape through the secret passages of the castle, all while navigating the tangled loyalties and dangers of a land riven by violent allegiance.
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    42 mins