Ruth Chapter 22 - The Liberal Candidate and his Precursor
In which the quiet seaside retreat at Abermouth offers a respite and a change of scenery for Ruth and the young girls under her care, whilst the political manoeuvrings and preparations in Eccleston pr...
24 Jun 36min
Ruth Chapter 19 - After Five Years
In which calm and quiet years settle gently over the Benson household, marked by the growth and innocent struggles of young Leonard, whose lively spirit and troubles with truthfulness preoccupy his gu...
23 Jun 34min
Ruth Chapter 20 - Jemima Refuses to be Managed
In which the delicate tensions between Jemima and Mr Farquhar unfold amidst the watchful eyes of her family and the gentle intercession of Ruth, revealing the varied shades of affection, expectation, ...
23 Jun 51min
Ruth Chapter 18 - Ruth Becomes a Governess in Mr. Bradshaw’s Family
In which we find Ruth settled into a peaceful routine, her thoughts mingling tenderly with the growth of her beloved child and the blossoming garden around her, whilst the steady companionship of Sall...
22 Jun 25min
Ruth Chapter 17 - Leonard’s Christening
In which a solemn christening ceremony is quietly observed within the close-knit circle of dissenters, and Ruth is enveloped in the tender and earnest hopes for her child’s future amid the gentle mini...
22 Jun 31min
Ruth Chapter 16 - Sally Tells of her Sweehearts, and Discourses on the Duties of Life
In which the tender attentions of faithful friends soothe a mother and her infant through a trying season, while the mother’s resolve to nurture her child with earnest care and quiet dignity deepens u...
21 Jun 33min
Ruth Chapter 15 - Mother and Child
In which Ruth grapples with the uneasy gift of fine muslin from Mr Bradshaw and finds solace in crafting simple garments for herself and her newborn son, while Miss Benson’s concern mingles with her o...
21 Jun 22min
Ruth Chapter 13 - The Dissenting Minister’s household
In which Ruth arrives at the Bensons’ humble and orderly home, finding herself enveloped in quiet kindness and unassuming domestic routines amid gentle, if occasionally brusque, company. The episode q...
20 Jun 30min
