A Dreamy Soiree in West Egg - The Great Gatsby
Sleepy Time Tales - Bedtime Stories for Sleep and Relaxation
Release Date: 08/21/2023
Sleepy Time Tales - Bedtime Stories for Sleep and Relaxation
We pick up in the middle of a conversation between Ralph Denham and Mary Datchet as they await the evening’s entertainment. A presentation and discussion of English literature! But if you stay awake through that you will find some prickly interpersonal relationships and uncomfortable conversations. Is romance in the air? Or something unhealthier? You will be asleep before you find out! Story (03:08) Find Night and Day by Virginia Woolf Supporting Sleepy Time Tales If you would like to support my work and help keep the podcast available and for free, there are...
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Finding the Fakes - Old Glass and How to Collect it by J. Sydney Lewis In the final reading from this popular guide we are going to explore what to look for when looking to collect old glass, and the philosophy of building a quality collection. This will truly help you sleep as there’s nothing exciting, yet it is strangely compelling. Story (02:59) Find Old Glass and How to Collect it by J. Sydney Lewis Supporting Sleepy Time Tales If you would like to support my work and help keep the podcast available and for free, there are several ways you can support the show. ...
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Twenty Thousand Leagues under the Sea by Jules Verne – Pt 3 – All at sea! We pick up part way through the hunt for the mysterious ‘whale’ and things get serious. I try not to let it get too exciting at he Abraham Lincoln gives chase, to end with the protagonist getting washed off the ship! All works out so far though as he drifts on the ocean as you will drift to sleep in company with his loyal manservant. They eventually find their way to Ned Land who is floating on the back of their quarry which they find is made of metal! Will you still be awake when they find themselves...
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Memoirs of Extraordinary Popular Delusions - Fallout of the South Sea Bubble This week we return to the bizarre economic bubble that rose up around the opening of the South Sea trade, based on fraudulent claims of treaties and access it was ultimately a method for some people to get very rich, then very poor. And while it reflects modern society in many was as people still fall for scams, it’s not so infuriating that it will keep you awake as you try drift off to sleep. Story (02:47) Find Memoirs of Extraordinary Popular Delusions and the Madness of Crowds by Mackay ...
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For this week’s bedtime story we pick up after Colin’s tantrum and Mary gets him to settle down and fall asleep. The staff in the Manor are mystified at Colin’s relatively good health and humour and Mary and Dickon decide that they can tell Colin about the garden and prepare to take him there. Story (02:47) Find The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett Supporting Sleepy Time Tales If you would like to support my work and help keep the podcast available and for free, there are several ways you can support the show. ...
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The Elements of Geology by William Harmon Norton 07 This geological work is popular with the listeners as the life of rivers and rocks is the idea background for a sleepy night. Listen in as the role of rivers in erosion and geology gets expanded on, we learn more than we ever need to know about glaciers, and find ourselves drifting to the sea, fast asleep. Story (02:49) Find The Elements of Geology by William Harmon Norton Supporting Sleepy Time Tales If you would like to support my work and help keep the podcast available and for free, there are several ways you...
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The Description of a New World, Called the Blazing-World by Duchess Margaret Cavendish I got a fright when reading this section this week. If Jewish people get mentioned in works this age it’s usually a bad thing, but I stuck with it and I felt it was quite respectful as the Empress of the Blazing World summons the spirits and asks them to teach her the ‘Jews Cabbalah’ Ultimately they convince her this wouldn’t be authentic and the bring to her Margaret Cavendish, the author of the work, to help her as a scribe and they go on a journey of world creation, which is rather strange and...
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On the Origin of Species By Means of Natural Selection by Charles Darwin A very boring reading for your sleep tonight as we continue with “On the Origin of Species” Learn in fine detail how evolution works to fill niches in a habitat while I describe diagrams to you. This one really should help you get a night’s rest. Story (02:55) Find On the Origin of Species By Means of Natural Selection by Charles Darwin Supporting Sleepy Time Tales If you would like to support my work and help keep the podcast available and for free, there are several ways you can...
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Little Women by Louisa May Alcott For bedtime this week we pick up the story of Little Women. Last episode the March family received a telegram informing them that their father was sick, so it starts out as they prepare for Mother to go see him. Lots of bustling and preparation will help you get to sleep. But be warned that a baby does sadly succumb to scarlet fever towards the end. Story (02:46) Find Little Women by Louisa May Alcott Supporting Sleepy Time Tales If you would like to support my work and help keep the podcast available and for free, there are...
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The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald
Escape into the captivating world of F. Scott Fitzgerald's literary masterpiece, 'The Great Gatsby,' in this soothing episode of Sleepy Time Tales. As the moon casts its gentle glow over the opulent mansions of West Egg, join us on a tranquil journey through the pages of this timeless tale.
In this episode, we delve into the vibrant and enchanting party at Daisy and Tom Buchanan's mansion, where the champagne flows freely and laughter dances in the air. Picture yourself strolling through the elegant gardens, the sound of jazz music serenading your senses as you encounter a cast of intriguing characters under the starry night.
As the story unfolds, we guide you through the fascinating world of the 1920s, painting vivid scenes of extravagance and glamour that surround Jay Gatsby's pursuit of his elusive American Dream. Immerse yourself in the dazzling spectacle of the evening, letting the descriptions of lavish decor and fashionable attire create a comforting atmosphere that lulls you into relaxation.
And when the festivities begin to wind down, we transition seamlessly into a dinner party where the tension simmers beneath the surface, revealing the complexities of relationships and secrets hidden behind closed doors. Allow the gentle cadence of the narrator's voice to carry you through the intricate web of emotions, as we accompany you on a journey from one chapter to the next.
Whether you're seeking to drift into a peaceful slumber or simply looking to unwind, let Sleepy Time Tales transport you to a realm where the past meets tranquility. Indulge in the dulcet tones of the narration as you're gently lulled into dreams, finding serenity amidst the enchanting world of 'The Great Gatsby.'
So, dim the lights, adjust your pillows, and let Sleepy Time Tales be your passport to a restful night's sleep, accompanied by the elegant prose of Fitzgerald's classic novel. Sweet dreams await as we invite you to join us in the realm of slumber through this captivating episode.
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