Paul the minstrel, and other stories

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Paul the minstrel, and other stories

by Arthur Christopher Benson

EN·~12 hours·22 chapters

Chapters

22 total

PAUL THE MINSTREL - AND OTHER STORIES

0:39

PREFACE

11:14

PAUL THE MINSTREL - I

1:51:36

THE ISLES OF SUNSET

1:10:12

THE WAVING OF THE SWORD

21:58

RENATUS

15:59

THE SLYPE HOUSE

32:55

OUT OF THE SEA

29:49

THE TROTH OF THE SWORD

29:01

THE HILL OF TROUBLE

42:05

Description

A collection of lyrical, semi‑medieval tales invites listeners into a world where chivalry and imagination intertwine. Each story follows young protagonists navigating the allure of adventure, impulse, and the subtle pull of moral choice. The narrator’s gentle, reflective voice offers a glimpse of knights, enchanted landscapes, and the quiet struggles that shape a boy’s heart.

Through vivid scenes of castle halls, misty hills, and whispered legends, the narratives explore how courage, honesty, and restraint can shine amid tempting mischief. Listeners will hear the quiet tension between daring deeds and the steady beat of duty, as the characters confront early tests that hint at larger questions of right and wrong. The tone remains warm and thoughtful, encouraging reflection without ever revealing the ultimate resolutions.

These stories, rooted in a timeless romantic atmosphere, aim to stir both wonder and contemplation, making them a fitting companion for anyone who enjoys tales that blend fantasy with gentle moral insight.

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Full title

Paul the minstrel, and other stories Reprinted from The Hill of Trouble and The Isles of Sunset

Language

en

Duration

~12 hours (703K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Irma Spehar and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries)

Release date

2007-05-19

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Arthur Christopher Benson

Arthur Christopher Benson

1862–1925

Best known for writing the words to "Land of Hope and Glory," this English essayist and poet also left behind an enormous diary and a wide range of reflective prose. His work blends literary charm, wit, and an intimate look at the intellectual life of late Victorian and Edwardian England.

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