1001 Stories From The Gilded Age

I found this gem in a collection called Atlantic Narratives. It was written circa 1915 and tells the story from a little girls point of view as she gets a part in a Christmas Pageant and does her best to make her mom and dad proud.  Of coursem the critical Aunt Emma, always overly proud of her 7 year old daughter who is also taking part, can't resist making a snide remark when our narrator forgets to remove her overcoat for her speaking part. Some famil humory mixed with a hoped-for comeuppance. Anne returns next Sunday as we move into the ho0lidays with lots of family-themed shows for your enjoyment.  

To celebrate Jon Hagadorn's 10 years of storytelling, we are doing a countdown of the most beloved stories.  This week, #29, The Romance of Jedediah, by Lucy Maude Montgomery, one of our favorite authors here at 1001 Stories from the Gilded Age.   Next up in our "Best of the Gilded Age" countdown is Lucy Maude Montgomery's charming tale, "The Romance of Jedediah," which first aired on December 8th, 2024.  We find that romance often "cares not for appearances and apparently delights in contradictions".  Our hero, Jedediah Crane, is certainly a contradiction: despite a name that doesn't "savour of romance", a plump figure clothed in loud checks and a bright pink necktie, and his current profession driving a clinking, bright red pedlar's wagon, he is internally "bubbling over with romance".  After fifteen years of absence, having left Amberley to seek his fortune, he returns a poor, tin-peddling failure, determined to look upon the Adams homestead again.  He finds his former love, Mattie Adams, plumper and rosier, but still possessed of a remarkable placidity. While Jedediah revels in the "deliciously romantic" situation of reuniting with the woman he has loved all his life, the pair must contend with the watchful, angular figure of Mattie's sister, Selena Ford, who monitors their every move from her strategically positioned house on the hill.  Join us to find out if the romantic "sitootion" of this old love rekindled can survive the judgment of Amberley society and the persistent interference of a spiteful sister. Follow us on Social Media for extra content! Instagram: 1001stories_from_the_gildedage Facebook: 1001 Stories from the Gilded Age Podcast Reddit: 1001 Stories from the Gilded Age LinkedIn: 1001 Stories from the Gilded Age Credits:  Narration by Jon Hagadorn Remastered by Gizelle Erickson Executive Producer Jon Hagadorn Used in The Romance of Jedediah Thanks to freesound_community, horse with old cart Sound Effect by freesound_community from Pixabay Thanks to Background Music For Videos, Romantic Love Wedding Music by Maksym Malko from Pixabay Countdown Theme: Thank you: Background Music For Videos Music by Maksym Malko from Pixabay Thank you: Freesound Community Liftoff sound effect Sound Effect by freesound_community from Pixabay Thank you: Sonix FX Sounds Rocket Launch effect, Sound Effect by SonixFXSounds from Pixabay 1001 Stories from the Gilded Age theme: Thanks to Luis_Humanoide "Victorian Violin Waltz" Music by Luis Humanoide from Pixabay

The Best of the Gilded Age is a countdown episode series of the most beloved stories to celebrate 10 years of storytelling with Jon Hagadorn.   We begin with The Village Singer by Mary Wilkins-Freeman, #30 in our top episodes list.  This episode first aired on September 29th, 2024 and has had over 1,120 listens in the past year!  "A Village Singer" tells the story of Candace Whitcomb, a forty-year veteran soprano in her New England village church who is replaced by the younger Alma Way.  Upset by her dismissal and realizing she was tricked into attending her own "retirement" party where she received a photograph album with the note of her replacement, Candace retaliates by singing loudly on her home organ to disrupt Sunday service. Every episode contains a little trivia about Jon Hagadorn as well! Please leave a review and rate this episode.  We also encourage you to follow us on social media:  Instagram: 1001stories_from_the_gildedage Facebook: 1001 Stories from the Gilded Age Podcast Reddit: 1001 Stories from the Gilded Age LinkedIn: 1001 Stories from the Gilded Age Credits: Production by Gizelle Erickson Narration by Jon Hagadorn Executive Producer Jon Hagadorn Music and Effects used: Thank you: Background Music For Videos Music by Maksym Malko from Pixabay Thank you: Freesound Community Liftoff sound effect Sound Effect by freesound_community from Pixabay Thank you: Sonix FX Sounds Rocket Launch effect, Sound Effect by SonixFXSounds from Pixabay  

Did you know that Jon recently produced his 1001st episode?  To celebrate his 10 years, we are going into the vaults and bringing back the best of the best episodes, complete with a fresh feel and commentary provided by your host, Gizelle Erickson.  To the fans of Anne - have no fear!  We will be continuing to produce episodes for you, and will resume her story after our countdown is complete!  You will want to subscribe to this podcast so you will know the moment a new episode releases.  In the meantime, we invite you to join us on our social media platforms where we are building a community you will want to be a part of!  Instagram: 1001stories_from_the_gildedage Facebook: 1001 Stories from the Gilded Age Podcast Reddit: 1001 Stories from the Gilded Age LinkedIn: 1001 Stories from the Gilded Age Credits Narration and Production by Gizelle Erickson Executive Producer Jon Hagadorn Music: Thanks to Luis_Humanoide "Victorian Violin Waltz" Music by Luis Humanoide from Pixabay Thanks to Music_For_Videos "Romance" Music by Anastasia Chubarova from Pixabay  

Join us for Chapter XIV, "The Summons," from L.M. Montgomery's beloved novel, Anne of the Island.  As the summer's splendor wanes and the world is full of hazes, Anne dedicates her evenings to her friend Ruby Gillis, who is growing paler and struggling with what Anne perceives as an invisible foe.  Anne senses that Ruby needs help—craves it—and she wants to give it to her and can't. In a pivotal, moonlit vigil, the conversation shifts from light chatter to a harrowing confession as Ruby admits she is afraid to die, not because she fears heaven itself, but because it won't be what she has been used to.  This profound discussion forces Anne to wrestle with her own ideas about the great mysteries of life and eternity, realizing that her life must take on a deeper purpose.  Tune in to discover how this event, which Anne realizes will change her forever, culminates in a final summons that might not be disregarded or evaded in Avonlea. Follow us on Social Media for extra content! Instagram: 1001stories_from_the_gildedage Facebook: 1001 Stories from the Gilded Age Podcast Reddit: 1001 Stories from the Gilded Age LinkedIn: 1001 Stories from the Gilded Age Credits Narration and Production by Gizelle Erickson Executive Producer Jon Hagadorn Music: Thanks to Luis_Humanoide "Victorian Violin Waltz" Music by Luis Humanoide from Pixabay Thanks to Music_For_Videos "Romance" Music by Anastasia Chubarova from Pixabay

In Chapter 13, "The Way of Transgressors," from L.M. Montgomery's Anne of the Island, we dive into a vividly rendered account of childhood mischief and the dawning pangs of conscience.  Young Davy Keith, left under Mrs. Lynde's vigilant eye, embarks on a meticulously planned rebellion.  This day of transgression, however, soon leads him down a path where a "mis'rubul" conscience becomes his harshest, most inescapable judge.  L.M. Montgomery, celebrated for her profound ability to capture the authentic voice and intricate internal world of children, brilliantly portrays Davy's tumultuous journey from reckless abandon to the heavy burden of guilt, illuminating how even the smallest acts of defiance can cast a long shadow over a young heart and highlighting her genius for depicting complex emotional landscapes through her characters. Follow us on Social Media for extra content! Instagram: 1001stories_from_the_gildedage Facebook: 1001 Stories from the Gilded Age Podcast Reddit: 1001 Stories from the Gilded Age LinkedIn: 1001 Stories from the Gilded Age Credits Narration and Production by Gizelle Erickson Executive Producer Jon Hagadorn Music: Thanks to Luis_Humanoide "Victorian Violin Waltz" Music by Luis Humanoide from Pixabay Thanks to Music_For_Videos "Romance" Music by Anastasia Chubarova from Pixabay  

In Chapter XII, "Averil's Atonement," from L.M. Montgomery's Anne of the Island, we delve into Anne Shirley's creative world as she embarks on her first serious attempt at fiction writing. Listeners will join Anne as she grapples with finding the perfect plot for her heroine, Averil, and dedicates hours to choosing names for all her characters, including her hero, Perceval Dalrymple.  Anne even enlists Diana's help in naming a minor character, eventually settling on "Robert Ray" after rejecting a more aristocratic suggestion that wasn't quite suitable for a chore boy. Anne's literary ambitions are fueled by a pursuit of fame over profit, as she contemplates whether to craft a romantic, unhappy ending or cater to perceived editorial preferences for happier resolutions. We'll explore Anne's challenges as her characters sometimes take on a life of their own, doing and saying things she never intended, highlighting the humorous and often frustrating journey of an aspiring author. Show credits Narration and Production: Gizelle Erickson Executive Producer: Jon Hagadorn Music & Effects:  Thanks to Luis_Humanoide "Victorian Violin Waltz" Music by Luis Humanoide from Pixabay Thanks to Music_For_Videos "Romance" Music by Anastasia Chubarova from Pixabay Country Morning Late September by rasunter255 (Freesound) from Pixabay Enjoy all our shows at www.bestof1001stories.com'    

In this episode, we delve into Lucy Maude Montgomery's beloved Anne of the Island, specifically Chapter XI, "The Round of Life". Anne Shirley returns to Avonlea, her academic achievements at Redmond College marked by the Thorburn Scholarship, only to face the sobering realities of life's constant changes. She confronts the fragility of existence through the heartbreaking news of a dear friend's battle with "galloping consumption," a term for a particularly aggressive form of tuberculosis that progressed rapidly and often led to death within months. This somber turning point in Anne's story is made all the more poignant by a fact about the author: Lucy Maud Montgomery herself tragically lost her own mother to tuberculosis when she was just 21 months old, mirroring the disease that now threatens one of Anne's cherished school-chums. Credits: Narrated and Produced by Gizelle Erickson Executive Producer: Jon Hagadorn Music and Sound Effects: Thanks to Luis_Humanoide "Victorian Violin Waltz" Music by Luis Humanoide from Pixabay Thanks to Music_For_Videos "Romance" Music by Anastasia Chubarova from Pixabay Sound effect "country-morning-late-september-23870" by Artistrasunter255 (Freesound) from Pixabay Now you can sign up for our newsletter at www.bestof1001stories.com-  great back stories on all our podcasts and "whats coming"                                           Sign

Welcome fellow story companions! In this episode of Anne of the Island, we delve into "Chapter X - Patty's Place".  This chapter sees Anne and Priscilla embark on their exciting quest for a shared home for the next year with Stella Maynard, leading them to the charming, yet eccentric, Patty's Place. You'll meet the formidable "grim and ancient" Miss Patty Spofford and her niece Miss Maria, who are preparing for an unexpected European adventure. Discover the fascinating trivia of the twin guardian deities of Patty's Place: two large, white china dogs with round green spots, named Gog and Magog, which are over a hundred years old and were brought from London by Miss Patty's brother Aaron fifty years prior.   We find that Miss Patty has some unique leasing conditions, prioritizing a tenant's genuine "love" for her home over mere financial gain.  This plays in Anne's favor, ultimately securing the house for Anne and her friends, once they promise to adhere to the non-negotiable rule that the house must retain its beloved name, "Patty's Place." Credits and Links Narration and Production: Gizelle Erickson Executive Producer: Jon Hagadorn Anne of Green Gables Museum: https://www.worldofanneshirley.com/2007/07/the-anne-of-green-gables-museum.html Music & Effects: Thanks to Luis_Humanoide "Victorian Violin Waltz" Music by Luis Humanoide from Pixabay Thanks to Music_For_Videos "Romance" Music by Anastasia Chubarova from Pixabay Thanks to freesound_community,  Sound Effects by freesound_community from Pixabay "028122_Clock-grandfather-ticks & striking once" "Fireplace-Jim"

Show Description In this episode, we bring you two chapters as we continue Anne Shirley's journey of growth and self-discovery at Redmond College, exploring Chapters 8, "Anne's First Proposal," and 9, "An Unwelcome Lover and a Welcome Friend".  Anne receives a surprising and bewildering proxy proposal from a good-natured, albeit uninspiring, schoolhood chum who has loved her from afar, followed by another equally disheartening offer from someone closer at hand. These moments profoundly clash with Anne's secret, romantic dreams of an eloquent Prince Charming.  As her college term progresses, Anne finds renewed purpose and companionship in the exciting prospect of sharing a house with her friends, a plan brought to life by Stella Maynard.  Join us as Anne & Priscilla embark on a house-hunting adventure, with a mysterious twist that makes Anne's thumbs tingle! Credits Narration and Production: Gizelle Erickson Executive Producer: Jon Hagadorn Music and Sound Effects:  Thanks to Luis_Humanoide "Victorian Violin Waltz" Music by Luis Humanoide from Pixabay Thanks to Music_For_Videos "Romance" Music by Anastasia Chubarova from Pixabay Thanks to freesound_community, "FEBRUARY STORM"  Sound Effect by freesound_community from Pixabay

In Chapter 7, "Home Again," of L.M. Montgomery's Anne of the Island, we witness Anne Shirley's cherished return to Green Gables after her initial weeks at Redmond College.  This episode perfectly captures the poignant nostalgia and comforting embrace of home after a period of new experiences and independence. Anne's heart truly yearns for the familiar, where she is greeted with a "festal appearance" and enthusiastic welcomes from Davy and Dora, complete with a bonfire and an "Indian war-whoop".  The chapter beautifully illustrates the profound "faithful, tender love" awaiting her, making Green Gables a "masterpiece" in her eyes, even amidst the bittersweet changes of growing up.  Listeners will find warmth in the interactions, such as Anne's gentle guidance to Davy demonstrating her evolving maturity.  The narrative is further enriched by delightful letters from friends like Philippa.   "Home Again" is a testament to the enduring power of family, friendship, and the irreplaceable comfort of one's roots. Sponsor Tags Sponsor intro 10:10 Show re-entry 10:15 Credits Narration and Production: Gizelle Erickson Executive Producer: Jon Hagadorn Music and Effects:  Thanks to Luis_Humanoide "Victorian Violin Waltz" Music by Luis Humanoide from Pixabay Thanks to Music_For_Videos "Romance" Music by Anastasia Chubarova from Pixabay Thanks to freesound_community by freesound_community from Pixabay  "Amish Buggy" Sound Effect 10-year-old-boy-screaming

Show Description In this week's episode of "1001 Stories from the Gilded Age," join Gizelle Erickson as we delve into Anne of the Island, Chapter 6, 'In the Park'".  Anne Shirley, along with Gilbert, Charlie, Philippa, and Priscilla, embark on a serene autumn walk through Kingsport's park, where Anne and Gilbert's reflect on life's joys and sorrows amidst the comforting pines. They come across the charming, vine-covered "Patty's Place" that captures Anne's imagination. This quaint cottage, with its old-fashioned, "unworldly flowers and shrubs", stands in stark contrast to the surrounding opulence.  This beautifully echoes the author L.M. Montgomery's own profound love for gardening and natural beauty.  As Anne feels an inexplicable connection to this enchanting haven, she harbors a mysterious presentiment that she will become better acquainted with it. Tune in to explore this delightful chapter, where simple beauty challenges Gilded Age extravagance and Anne's intuition hints at future adventures. Sponsor Tags Sponsor intro 7:30 Show re-entry 7:35 Credits Narrated and Produced by Gizelle Erickson Executive Producer Jon Hagadorn Music and Effects: Thanks to Luis_Humanoide "Victorian Violin Waltz" Music by Luis Humanoide from Pixabay Thanks to Music_For_Videos "Romance" Music by Anastasia Chubarova from Pixabay Thanks to freesound_community, "ambience_Cyprus_Troodos_Mountains_Mount_Olympus_OMNI_mics" Sound Effect by freesound_community from Pixabay   PLEASE SHARE AND REVIEW!!!! We love our Patreon supportsrs!   www.patreon.com/1001storiesnetwork     Sign up fornewsletters at www.bestof1001stories.com

Get ready for "Letters from Home," a poignant chapter from Anne of the Island that speaks to anyone navigating life's big changes. As Anne settles into the exciting, yet sometimes disorienting, world of college, you'll feel the universal emotions of adjustment, the longing for loved ones far away, and the comforting embrace of familiar connections that make the new seem less strange.  This episode offers a delightful escape from your daily routine, allowing you to immerse yourself in Anne's new friendships, her humorous observations, and the subtle complexities of budding romances.  For those seeking a companion during their own life transitions or a nostalgic return to a simpler era where courtesy and manners mattered, Anne's journey, filled with relatable challenges and heartwarming moments, provides both intellectual engagement and a sense of feeling truly at home. Sponsor Tags Sponsor Intro at 9:45 Show Re-entry 9:50 Credits Narration and Production: Gizelle Erickson Executive Producer: Jon Hagadorn Music: Thanks to Music_For_Videos "Romance" Music by Anastasia Chubarova from Pixabay Thanks to Luis_Humanoide "Victorian Violin Waltz" Music by Luis Humanoide from Pixabay  

Show Description Today's show, "The Parson's Daughter of Oxney Colne" by Anthony Trollope, introduces readers to the remote beauty of Dartmoor and the life of Patience Woolsworthy, a strong-willed young woman who manages her father's parish household.  Her world is suddenly widened in the expanse of love when her neighbor and friend, Miss Le Smyrger, has a relative visit that leads to romance for Patience.  However, the story takes a turn when their differing values and social expectations begin to clash, particularly as Captain Broughton begins a campaign to "improve" Patience for London society. Sponsor Tags

This week on "1001 Stories From The Gilded Age," we delve into Chapter Four: "April's Lady" of Anne of the Island, as Anne Shirley truly begins to navigate her new life. Having landed in Kingsport, a quaint old town wrapped in its ancient colonial atmosphere and haloed by the romance of many legends, Anne initially feels as insignificant as the teeniest drop in a most enormous bucket amidst the throngs of Redmond freshies and freshettes.  Seeking solace from the bustling new environment, Anne finds an unexpected haven in Old St. John's Cemetery, a quaint and delightful  historical spot at the heart of Kingsport.  Here, we meet the vibrant  Philippa Gordon, a bewitching new friend whose charming indecision, candid confessions about vanity, boys, and the absurdities of life, both amuse and disarm Anne and Priscilla.  Join us as Anne, Priscilla, and Phil begin to forge new friendships and put forth "a tiny soul-root into Kingsport soil".