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The Charlotte Mary Yonge Library

The Charlotte Mary Yonge Library

By: Charlotte Mary Yonge
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In this little library of spoken volumes, it is our hope to gather those works which, though written in former days, may yet speak with profit and quiet pleasure to the thoughtful listener. Here are tales of home and duty, of trial borne with patience, and of affection strengthened through sacrifice; such as may both engage the fancy and steady the heart.

If, in hearing them, any should be led to discern more clearly the beauty of steadfastness, the worth of humble service, or the comfort of a well-ordered life, the purpose of this undertaking will not have been in vain. For though times alter, the principles which guide and uphold us remain, and may still be found, as ever, in the faithful telling of a good story.Public domain
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  • Cameos from English History Cameo 32

    Cameos from English History Cameo 32
    Jun 29 2026
    In which the enduring spirit of the Cymry is traced through their ancient Keltic origins, customs, and struggles to preserve their independence amid Roman, Saxon, and Norman pressures, with special regard to their bardic traditions and legal codes. The narrative gently unfolds the spirited history of Wales, marked by fierce resistance, cultural richness, and intriguing legends that whisper of distant voyages and enduring mysteries.
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    25 mins
  • Cameos from English History Cameo 31

    Cameos from English History Cameo 31
    Jun 28 2026
    In which the decline of the Crusader kingdoms is traced with gentle sorrow, leading to a last great but weary expedition led by Louis IX and Edward of England, marked by piety, hardship, and noble endurance. The tale tenderly unfolds the trials of these noble pilgrims, their steadfast faith amidst sickness and loss, and the fading hope of reclaiming the Holy Land, which remained long after their valiant efforts.
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    35 mins
  • Cameos from English History Cameo 30

    Cameos from English History Cameo 30
    Jun 27 2026
    In which the tempestuous character of Simon de Montfort is unfolded amidst the strife of King Henry III’s reign, revealing a man whose austere devotion and stern justice won both love and enmity, and whose rise to power brought new hope and grave division in England. The narrative gently traces the tangled alliances, oaths, and battles that shaped the epoch, illustrating how the noble cause of law and reform was interwoven with personal ambition and the heavy burden of loyalty.
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    51 mins
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