Ep. 861, The Wind in the Rose Bush, by Mary Wilkins Freeman

Why does the rose bush tremble, when there isn't a hint of wind? Mary Wilkins Freeman, today on The Classic Tales Podcast. Welcome to The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening. How are we liking the Vintage Episodes? Are they brightening up your week? Are you looking for more? Please let us know by going to http://classictalesaudiobooks.com . Pick up an audiobook, become a supporter, leave a review, or send us an email. Let us know if you'd like more. When I first started the show, we did a lot of ghost stories. So, this week, you'll hear Rappaccini's Daughter , by Nathaniel Hawthorne, and The Monkey's Paw , by W. W. Jacobs. Keep an eye on your podcast feed for two Vintage Episodes – one on Monday, another on Wednesday. If you like them, head on over to http://classictalesaudiobooks.com and let us know one way or another. And thanks for your support! Today's story is riddled with secrets, and but the main theme is deception. Each woman handles the truth differently in this story, and it's interesting to see who does what with the information they have. Puritanism is rampant in the story, from the characters' style of speaking, their way of life, the attitude toward teenage boys, and the unspoken understanding of how to handle the truth. Good people don't tell lies, right? Well, let's see. And now, The Wind in the Rose Bush, by Mary Wilkins Freeman. Follow this link to become a monthly supporter: Follow this link to subscribe to our YouTube Channel: Follow this link to subscribe to the Arsène Lupin Podcast: Follow this link to follow us on Instagram Follow this link to follow us on Facebook: Follow this link to follow us on TikTok: