
Preface.
Chapter One. - Saint Maudlin’s Well.
Chapter Two. - Valiant for the Faith.
Chapter Three. - The Jewish Maiden’s Vow.
Chapter Four. - The Fair of Saint Frideswide.
Chapter Five. - Warned.
Chapter Six. - Taken in the Net.
Chapter Seven. - Via Dolorosa.
Chapter Eight. - In the White Witch’s Hut.
Chapter Nine. - The Secret that was not told.
Set in 12th‑century Oxford, this quietly powerful tale opens with a weary mother sending her daughters out on a cold night to fetch water from Saint Martin’s Well. The streets they traverse—Kepeharme Lane, the bustling market, the looming castle—are rendered with vivid detail, immersing listeners in a world of narrow alleys, whispered prayers, and the everyday struggle of a family caught between duty and fear.
Beyond the simple task of drawing water, the story hints at deeper currents: the uneasy coexistence of faiths, the lingering echo of early Christian persecution, and the weight of authority that shapes every decision. As the girls navigate a city where saints and skeptics collide, listeners are drawn into a richly textured portrait of medieval life, where hope and hardship walk side by side.
Full title
One Snowy Night Long ago at Oxford Long ago at Oxford
Language
en
Duration
~8 hours (466K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England
Release date
Feb 2, 2009
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects
1836–1893
A prolific Victorian storyteller, this English novelist is best known for historical tales for younger readers, often weaving faith, loyalty, and everyday courage into the past. Her books brought medieval and Tudor settings to life in a clear, accessible style.
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