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A Short History of Carousels

A Short History of Carousels

FromLost Ladies of Lit


A Short History of Carousels

FromLost Ladies of Lit

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Length:
20 minutes
Released:
Feb 15, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Inspired by Dorothy B. Hughes’s noir novel Ride the Pink Horse, we’re exploring the fascinating history of merry-go-rounds in life and literature. And speaking of horses, we share feedback from listeners who wrote in regarding Episode 28, A Short History of Riding Saddle. Discussed in this episode: Ride the Pink Horse by Dorothy B. HughesStrangers on a Train (1951 film)Strangers on a Train by Patricia Highsmith The Talented Mr. Ripley by Patricia HighsmithThe Talented Mr. Ripley (1999 film) Carousels in Paris: A Complete Guide“Beneath the Paint: One Man’s Trip Through an Old Carousel’s Distant Past” (NYTIMES) Mary Poppins (1964 film) Griffith Park Merry-Go-RoundLos Angeles Zoo Merry-Go-RoundWalt DisneySomething Wicked This Way Comes by Ray BradburyCarousel (1956 film) The Music Man (1962 film)Lost Ladies of Lit Episode 28: A Short History of Riding Side SaddleFor episodes and show notes, visit: LostLadiesofLit.com Follow us on instagram @lostladiesoflit. Follow Kim on twitter @kaskew. Sign up for our newsletter: LostLadiesofLit.com Email us: Contact — Lost Ladies of Lit Podcast
Released:
Feb 15, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

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A book podcast hosted by writing partners Amy Helmes and Kim Askew. Guests include biographers, journalists, authors, and cultural historians discussing lost classics by women writers.