74. A Short History of Carousels
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. Hughes
Strangers on a Train (1951 film)
Strangers on a Train by Patricia Highsmith
The Talented Mr. Ripley by Patricia Highsmith
The 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)
Los Angeles Zoo Merry-Go-Round
Something Wicked This Way Comes by Ray Bradbury
Lost Ladies of Lit Episode 28: A Short History of Riding Side Saddle