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Matthew Arnold discusses Middle Class Education and why France then had a superior system in his opinion because the government was involved.

A young soldier born among Tartars but sired by the mighty Persian lord Rustum, serves in the Tartar army, seeking his great father. To this end, he persuades his general to call a truce and arrange for him to challenge the Persians to single combat. Should he prevail, his father will learn his whereabouts and come to him, or so he thinks, for Sohrab is unaware that his mother, fearing to lose her son, wrote to Rustum that their child was a girl. The Persians agree but have no champion until it is learned that they have recently been joined by Rustum. Although the great hero is contemplating ...

Dive into the gripping tale of Balder Dead, where ancient myth meets modern intrigue. Follow the unraveling mystery surrounding the legendary figure Balder, exploring themes of fate, sacrifice, and the intertwining of past and present. This captivating narrative will keep you on the edge of your seat as it challenges your perceptions of heroism and destiny.

Arnold examines God and the Bible from a Rationalist's point of view.

Read by the author, Sarah Harkness. From an impoverished childhood in the Scottish highlands to Victorian London, this is the inspiring story of brothers Daniel and Alexander Macmillan who built a publishing empire - and brought Alice in Wonderland to the world. Their remarkable achievements are...

Fr. Wayne Sattler draws upon the teachings of Sts. John of the Cross and Teresa of Ávila to guide listeners through the stages of contemplative prayer. He offers insights into deepening one's relationship with God, understanding the "dark night of the senses," and cultivating inner stillness amidst distractions. This work serves as a roadmap for those seeking to rest in God's love and advance in the spiritual life.