On the Origin of Species, by Charles Darwin, Part 5
In our annual celebration of Darwin Day, let's enjoy a relaxing read from this foundational text of science. This time, we finally get to natural selection, what it is, what it isn't, and why birds ar...
12 Feb 202455min
The Voyage of The Bounty to the South Sea, by William Bligh, Part 2
Let's continue the infamous voyage of HMS Bounty, which so far isn't too exciting. This time, lots of latitude and longitude marking, Fletcher Christian gets a promotion, we see a whale, and the attem...
5 Feb 202448min
Bicycling for Ladies, by Maria E. Ward, Part 3
Let's relax and sleep to advice about the latest fad, bicycling! We learn the art of efficient pedaling, passing safely, and climbing a hill with power and ease. Don't forget to pack your butter sandw...
29 Jan 202453min
Astronomy for Young Folks, by Isabel Martin Lewis, Part 8
Tonight, we relax and sleep with knowledge about Earth's magnetism, why the sky is blue, how rainbows happen, and the origin of auroras that paint northern and southern skies. Lovely! Help us stay ...
22 Jan 202453min
A Short History of the World, by H.G. Wells, Part 7
In tonight's relaxing read, we cover the philosophies of Buddha, Confucius, and Lao Tse, then swing back to the origins of the Roman Empire, all in less than an hour. Short history indeed! Help us ...
15 Jan 202449min
Our Cats and All About Them, by Harrison Weir, Part 2
Let's fall asleep to more about nature's supreme relaxers—cats! This time, we learn about the trainability of cats, the traits of three longhair breeds, and a tale about a deaf cat with a happy ending...
8 Jan 202446min
Manual of Egyptian Archaeology and Guide to Antiquities, Part 6
Let's kick off 2024 with another sleepy stroll across the sands of time to ancient Egypt. This time, we unravel the labyrinth of Saqqara, see how pyramids changed, and head to the vaunted Valley of th...
1 Jan 202454min
Where the Forest Murmurs, by Fiona Macleod, Part 1
Let's set aside the commercial noise of the holidays and relax with this walk through the forest, appreciate the glories revealed by winter, and consider the turning of the year through the rhythms of...
25 Des 202345min
