Episodes

  • The Caxtons Part 11 Chapters 2 and 3

    The Caxtons Part 11 Chapters 2 and 3
    Jun 15 2026
    In which the worthy Mr. Squills, with the grave air of a physician versed in both body and business, diagnoses my father’s agitated state and insists upon taking charge of the London affairs to spare him from an ill-timed journey. Meanwhile, our household rallies in a blend of affectionate concern and practical resolve, as the surgeon’s keen eye discerns the delicate balance between mind and stomach amid the stir of distressing news.
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    10 mins
  • The Caxtons Part 11 Chapter 1

    The Caxtons Part 11 Chapter 1
    Jun 14 2026
    In which a silent traveller returns home to find his family enshrouded in distress caused by the imprudent ventures of a certain adventurous relative, bringing unintended entanglements and financial uncertainty upon their peaceful lives. The household, though shaken, seeks solace in mutual support and resolute hope, as they prepare to confront the tangled consequences with a mixture of gentle humour and steadfast affection.
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    22 mins
  • The Caxtons Part 10 Chapter 6

    The Caxtons Part 10 Chapter 6
    Jun 13 2026
    In which the earnest yet somewhat disenchanted student reflects upon the rigours and character of Cambridge life, contrasting youthful ardour with the lure of practical affairs, while observing the rise and fall of a curious financial journal. Amid these scholarly and social distractions, an urgent and distressing letter from home brings an unexpected but merciful reprieve from initial fears.
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    9 mins
  • The Caxtons Part 10 Chapter 5

    The Caxtons Part 10 Chapter 5
    Jun 12 2026
    In which the gentle struggles of scholarly pursuits and youthful distractions are delicately portrayed amid the rustic charm of a country house, revealing the tender bonds and quiet anxieties that knit the Caxton family together. The narrative meanders through days of studious frustration and pastoral excursions, tinted with subtle reflections on love and friendship, all set against the modest backdrop of impending change and departure.
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    9 mins
  • The Caxtons Part 10 Chapter 4

    The Caxtons Part 10 Chapter 4
    Jun 11 2026
    In which the narrative unfolds amidst the rural hospitality and reflective companionship of Captain Roland, whose stoic grief for his son is tempered by a fervent reverence for ancestral honour and lineage. Through leisurely walks and reverent recitations of family history, the names and deeds of forebears become a sacred heritage, uniting past and present in a solemn yet affectionate continuity.
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    11 mins
  • The Caxtons Part 10 Chapter 3

    The Caxtons Part 10 Chapter 3
    Jun 10 2026
    In which the Caxton family navigates the sombre aftermath of a private loss and prepares for a journey to Roland’s ancestral home in the rugged wilds of Cumberland, where the old tower stands as a venerable witness to bygone days. Amidst the rugged landscape and antiquated splendour, the characters find solace and reflection within the stone walls richly imbued with history, valor, and the quiet affection of home.
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    24 mins
  • The Caxtons Part 10 Chapters 1 and 2

    The Caxtons Part 10 Chapters 1 and 2
    Jun 9 2026
    In which the narrator contemplates the troubled origins and complex character of the enigmatic Francis Vivian, whose engagement with disconcerting French novels offers a glimpse into his conflicted soul and hints at a past shrouded in mystery and honour. Meanwhile, a sudden and solemn revelation at home unsettles the family, casting a sombre shadow over their plans and setting the tone for the challenges to come.
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    20 mins
  • The Caxtons Part 9 Chapter 7

    The Caxtons Part 9 Chapter 7
    Jun 8 2026
    In which the young narrator, having left the enticing but taxing world of London, contemplates a return to scholarly repose and resolves upon a country retreat to prepare for Cambridge, all whilst pondering the uncertain fortunes of his enigmatic acquaintance, Francis Vivian. The household’s conversation drifts gently towards family ties and mysteries, revealing both affection and unspoken sorrow, as the bonds of friendship and kinship quietly intertwine amid the tranquil retreat from the city’s tumult.
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    12 mins