We read out classic short stories from literaturefrom the pens of the masters: Katherine Mansfield, Anton Chekov, O. Henry, Françoise Sagan, James Joyce, Guy de Maupassant. D. H. Lawrence and more.
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We read out classic short stories from literaturefrom the pens of the masters: Katherine Mansfield, Anton Chekov, O. Henry, Françoise Sagan, James Joyce, Guy de Maupassant. D. H. Lawrence and more.
In Sean O'Faolain's "Lovers of the Lake," a middle-aged couple's annual pilgrimage to a sacred Irish island becomes a crucible for their illicit relationship. As Jenny grapples with the weight of her Catholic upbringing and Bobby confronts his own skepticism, their love affair is tested against the backdrop of ancient rituals and modern desires. O'Faolain's nuanced portrayal of faith, passion, and identity offers a compelling glimpse into the complexities of mid-20th century Irish society, where the sacred and the profane often intertwine in unexpected ways.
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Classic Short Stories
We read out classic short stories from literaturefrom the pens of the masters: Katherine Mansfield, Anton Chekov, O. Henry, Françoise Sagan, James Joyce, Guy de Maupassant. D. H. Lawrence and more.
