The Landing of the Pilgrims

audiobook

The Landing of the Pilgrims

by Henry Fisk Carlton

EN·~28 minutes·14 chapters

Chapters

14 total
1

DRAMATIC HOURS IN COLONIAL HISTORY

0:02
2

BUREAU OF PUBLICATIONS TEACHERS COLLEGE, COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY NEW YORK CITY

0:04
3

The Landing of the Pilgrims - BY - HENRY FISK CARLTON

0:08
4

HOW TO BE A GOOD RADIO ACTOR

1:24
5

HOW TO FOLLOW DIRECTIONS IN THE PLAY

1:04
6

The Landing of the Pilgrims - CAST

0:08
7

ANNOUNCER

5:32
8

ANNOUNCER

4:19
9

ANNOUNCER

3:00
10

ANNOUNCER

3:44

Description

Step into a vivid radio drama that brings the uneasy hope of the Pilgrims to life through sound alone. Listeners hear Pastor Robinson, Elder Carver, and a surprising visitor from the Dutch colony, each voice marked by careful stage directions that show how close or distant they are to the microphone. The play’s script is peppered with crowd murmurs, whispered prayers, and the rustle of a 17th‑century tavern, letting imaginations fill in the scenery while the actors guide you with clear, distinct speech.

Beyond the historic backdrop of Leyden, Holland, the drama captures the tension of a fledgling community scrambling for funds, fearing abandonment, and clinging to faith. As the characters grapple with a charter that promised a Virginian settlement but delivers a harsh New England coast, their dialogue reveals the human side of a journey that shaped a nation. This audio‑only performance offers a hands‑on glimpse into early colonial life, perfect for anyone curious about the voices that once whispered across the Atlantic.

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Details

Language

en

Duration

~28 minutes (27K characters)

Series

Dramatic hours in colonial history

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Colin Bell, Joseph Cooper, Diane Monico, and The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net

Release date

2008-11-29

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

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Henry Fisk Carlton

1892–1973

Known for turning American history into lively scripts for young performers, this early radio-era writer helped make events like Washington’s crossing and Nathan Hale’s story feel vivid and speakable. His work sits at the crossroads of education, drama, and patriotic storytelling.

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