logo
episode-header-image
Oct 2024
53m 59s

Old Country Inns of England, by Maskell ...

SHARON HANDY
About this episode

Let’s fall asleep with a new listener request! This time, we travel back in time to learn the origins of that most pleasant and cozy of places, the country inn. From manors to monasteries and pilgrimage houses, it’s quite a relaxing trip.

 

Help us stay ad-free and 100% listener supported!

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/boringbookspod

Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/d5kcMsW

 

Read “Old Country Inns of England” at Project Gutenberg here: https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/44382

 

Music: "Changing Colours” by Lee Rosevere, licensed under CC BY, https://leerosevere.bandcamp.com

 

If you'd like to suggest a copyright-free reading for soft-spoken relaxation to help you overcome insomnia, anxiety and other sleep issues, connect on our website, http://www.boringbookspod.com.

Up next
Yesterday
The History of Bread, by John Ashton, Part 6 - Conclusion
Let relaxation rise with this conclusion to one of our most (understandably) popular books. This time in we learn of gingerbread, penny loaf scrambles, riots, and bread-related superstitions like sin-eating and . . . floating corpse compasses? Oh, delicious bread, is there anythi ... Show More
1h 14m
Aug 18
Old Country Inns of England, by Maskell and Gregory, Part 2
Let’s relax with more about the evolution of that useful place to sleep, the inn. This time, we travel from pilgrimage hostels to lodging for wool guilds and secret meeting places for the first trade unions. Also, some history behind many common inn names. Inn-teresting indeed! H ... Show More
52m 14s
Aug 11
The Book of the Hamburgs, by L. Frank Baum, Part 1
Let’s roost into relaxation with this rather charming guide to the Hamburg chicken from an author better known for wizards and wicked witches. This time, speculations on the origins of the Hamburg breed and characteristics of the beautiful Black Hamburg. So fancy! Help us stay ad ... Show More
48m 37s
Recommended Episodes
Jun 14
The Soothing Sounds of Santorini | Romantic Sleep Story for Grown Ups | Bedtime Stories
Can’t sleep? Listen to a beautiful romantic bedtime story that will help you fall asleep faster as you experience the beauty of a village in coastal Greece with your love by your side.🔥 Download and install our FREE apphttp://bit.ly/SoothingPod💙 Find out more about Soothing Pod ... Show More
37m 40s
Aug 22
Politics of the UK | Calm Bedtime Reading for Sleep
Unwind with a calm, slow-paced bedtime reading about the politics of the United Kingdom. Learn how this system of government works while your mind relaxes and lets go. Benjamin Boster’s natural, soothing cadence helps you fall asleep peacefully. No whispering, no hypnosis, just g ... Show More
37m 29s
Dec 2024
Bertie's New Year - A Cozy Bedtime Story (Rebroadcast)
Welcome friends! I hope you all had a safe and joyful holiday season.As we step into the new year, I want to take a moment to thank you for your unwavering support as my family and I navigate my daughter’s illness. Your kindness and encouragement have been a source of strength an ... Show More
32m 48s
Apr 2025
A Wine Lovers' Walk | Relaxing Travel Sleep Story for Grown Ups | Bedtime Sleep Stories
Dream away while listening to this relaxing travel bedtime story for grown ups about the long walks through the Italian countryside. Surrender to sleep as you experience the stillness of the Lombardy region and have a night or peaceful and restful sleep. Sleep tight!🔥 Download a ... Show More
24m 24s
Jun 3
The Cozy Bedtime Story of Anne of Green Gables (Chapter 29 & 30)
Welcome kindred spirits! Drift off peacefully with this cozy bedtime story, featuring more delightful chapters from Anne of Green Gables by L.M. Montgomery. This timeless classic is the perfect companion for relaxation, offering an escape into the enchanting world of Anne Shirley ... Show More
53m 6s
Jul 2024
Walking Through New Orleans | Bedtime Story For Better Sleep
Looking for the solution to insomnia? Join Geoffrey by the fireside for another meditative bedtime story. Tonight, we're going on an adventure around the birthplace of Jazz- New Orleans, from the lush green bayou to the sounds and smells of bourbon street. Be transported into the ... Show More
47m 56s
Jan 2025
The Windfairies: A Magical Bedtime Story to Help You Sleep
Happy New Year, friends, and welcome back! 🌟 Tonight, I invite you to relax and drift off to sleep with a whimsical and enchanting bedtime story. In this episode, I’ll be narrating The Windfairies, a delightful tale by Mary De Morgan. This gentle story is both soothing and encha ... Show More
47m 52s
Jul 22
The Reluctant Dragon | A Gentle Tale for Sleep
In tonight’s episode, we’ll journey into the whimsical world of The Reluctant Dragon by Kenneth Grahame — a gentle and thoughtful tale that invites us to see things a little differently. This charming classic weaves a heartwarming story of friendship, understanding, and finding p ... Show More
33m 24s
Jul 15
The Cozy Bedtime Story of Anne of Green Gables (Chapter 35 & 36)
Welcome kindred spirits! Drift off peacefully with this cozy bedtime story, featuring more delightful chapters from Anne of Green Gables by L.M. Montgomery. This timeless classic is the perfect companion for relaxation, offering an escape into the enchanting world of Anne Shirley ... Show More
44m 51s
Aug 5
The Cozy Bedtime Story of Anne of Green Gables (Chapter 35 & 36)
Welcome kindred spirits! Drift off peacefully with this cozy bedtime story, featuring more delightful chapters from Anne of Green Gables by L.M. Montgomery. This timeless classic is the perfect companion for relaxation, offering an escape into the enchanting world of Anne Shirley ... Show More
29m 17s