Episodes

  • Desultory Man - George Payne Rainsford James - Part 2

    Desultory Man - George Payne Rainsford James - Part 2
    May 27 2026
    This early novel by James is written in the first person by "James Young", and tells of his early experiences of the deaths of his father and brother, and his enduring love for his childhood companion, Emily. We watch the development of his character, influenced by these early experiences, family, education and enduring love as he becomes a Desultory Man. Unlike James's other works, this is written as a series of sketches, thoughts and poems.(Summary by LynneT)
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    8 hrs and 8 mins
  • Desultory Man - George Payne Rainsford James - Part 1

    Desultory Man - George Payne Rainsford James - Part 1
    May 26 2026
    This early novel by James is written in the first person by "James Young", and tells of his early experiences of the deaths of his father and brother, and his enduring love for his childhood companion, Emily. We watch the development of his character, influenced by these early experiences, family, education and enduring love as he becomes a Desultory Man. Unlike James's other works, this is written as a series of sketches, thoughts and poems.(Summary by LynneT)
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    9 hrs and 50 mins