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  • Author's Farce-Henry Fielding
    2026/08/24
    Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. At its helm is the timid senior partner, Brown, who offers financial backing but lacks the courage to steer the ship. His son-in-law, Jones, is busy pilfering from the cash register, while the junior partner, Robinson, fixates on the notion that extravagant advertising will save the day, ultimately squandering their funds on outrageous ad schemes and publicity stunts. Adding to the chaos are Browns two daughters the manipulative elder, married to Jones, who seeks to extract money from her father, and the younger, Maryanne, who plays both Robinson and Brisket the butcher (a nod to Trollopes clever character naming) against each other for her affections. Yet, amidst the comedic misadventures, Trollope reveals a heartfelt empathy for the challenges small business owners face, while also highlighting the pitfalls writers endure under harsh criticism. As Robinson prepares to share his journey in the esteemed Cornhill Magazine, a surprising twist in the final chapter leads to an uplifting redemption, leaving readers with a sense of hope.
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    2 時間 20 分
  • Green Carnation-Robert Smythe Hichens
    2026/08/23
    Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. At its helm is the timid senior partner, Brown, who offers financial backing but lacks the courage to steer the ship. His son-in-law, Jones, is busy pilfering from the cash register, while the junior partner, Robinson, fixates on the notion that extravagant advertising will save the day, ultimately squandering their funds on outrageous ad schemes and publicity stunts. Adding to the chaos are Browns two daughters the manipulative elder, married to Jones, who seeks to extract money from her father, and the younger, Maryanne, who plays both Robinson and Brisket the butcher (a nod to Trollopes clever character naming) against each other for her affections. Yet, amidst the comedic misadventures, Trollope reveals a heartfelt empathy for the challenges small business owners face, while also highlighting the pitfalls writers endure under harsh criticism. As Robinson prepares to share his journey in the esteemed Cornhill Magazine, a surprising twist in the final chapter leads to an uplifting redemption, leaving readers with a sense of hope.
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    4 時間 53 分
  • Shadow-Line-Joseph Conrad
    2026/08/22
    Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. At its helm is the timid senior partner, Brown, who offers financial backing but lacks the courage to steer the ship. His son-in-law, Jones, is busy pilfering from the cash register, while the junior partner, Robinson, fixates on the notion that extravagant advertising will save the day, ultimately squandering their funds on outrageous ad schemes and publicity stunts. Adding to the chaos are Browns two daughters the manipulative elder, married to Jones, who seeks to extract money from her father, and the younger, Maryanne, who plays both Robinson and Brisket the butcher (a nod to Trollopes clever character naming) against each other for her affections. Yet, amidst the comedic misadventures, Trollope reveals a heartfelt empathy for the challenges small business owners face, while also highlighting the pitfalls writers endure under harsh criticism. As Robinson prepares to share his journey in the esteemed Cornhill Magazine, a surprising twist in the final chapter leads to an uplifting redemption, leaving readers with a sense of hope.
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    3 時間 53 分
  • Where There's a Will (Dramatic Reading)-Mary Roberts Rinehart
    2026/08/21
    Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. At its helm is the timid senior partner, Brown, who offers financial backing but lacks the courage to steer the ship. His son-in-law, Jones, is busy pilfering from the cash register, while the junior partner, Robinson, fixates on the notion that extravagant advertising will save the day, ultimately squandering their funds on outrageous ad schemes and publicity stunts. Adding to the chaos are Browns two daughters the manipulative elder, married to Jones, who seeks to extract money from her father, and the younger, Maryanne, who plays both Robinson and Brisket the butcher (a nod to Trollopes clever character naming) against each other for her affections. Yet, amidst the comedic misadventures, Trollope reveals a heartfelt empathy for the challenges small business owners face, while also highlighting the pitfalls writers endure under harsh criticism. As Robinson prepares to share his journey in the esteemed Cornhill Magazine, a surprising twist in the final chapter leads to an uplifting redemption, leaving readers with a sense of hope.
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    7 時間 28 分
  • Notary's Nose-Edmond About
    2026/08/20
    Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. At its helm is the timid senior partner, Brown, who offers financial backing but lacks the courage to steer the ship. His son-in-law, Jones, is busy pilfering from the cash register, while the junior partner, Robinson, fixates on the notion that extravagant advertising will save the day, ultimately squandering their funds on outrageous ad schemes and publicity stunts. Adding to the chaos are Browns two daughters the manipulative elder, married to Jones, who seeks to extract money from her father, and the younger, Maryanne, who plays both Robinson and Brisket the butcher (a nod to Trollopes clever character naming) against each other for her affections. Yet, amidst the comedic misadventures, Trollope reveals a heartfelt empathy for the challenges small business owners face, while also highlighting the pitfalls writers endure under harsh criticism. As Robinson prepares to share his journey in the esteemed Cornhill Magazine, a surprising twist in the final chapter leads to an uplifting redemption, leaving readers with a sense of hope.
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    2 時間 46 分
  • One-Act Play Collection 015-Various
    2026/08/19
    Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. At its helm is the timid senior partner, Brown, who offers financial backing but lacks the courage to steer the ship. His son-in-law, Jones, is busy pilfering from the cash register, while the junior partner, Robinson, fixates on the notion that extravagant advertising will save the day, ultimately squandering their funds on outrageous ad schemes and publicity stunts. Adding to the chaos are Browns two daughters the manipulative elder, married to Jones, who seeks to extract money from her father, and the younger, Maryanne, who plays both Robinson and Brisket the butcher (a nod to Trollopes clever character naming) against each other for her affections. Yet, amidst the comedic misadventures, Trollope reveals a heartfelt empathy for the challenges small business owners face, while also highlighting the pitfalls writers endure under harsh criticism. As Robinson prepares to share his journey in the esteemed Cornhill Magazine, a surprising twist in the final chapter leads to an uplifting redemption, leaving readers with a sense of hope.
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    6 時間 23 分
  • Story of My Boyhood and Youth-John Muir
    2026/08/18
    Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. At its helm is the timid senior partner, Brown, who offers financial backing but lacks the courage to steer the ship. His son-in-law, Jones, is busy pilfering from the cash register, while the junior partner, Robinson, fixates on the notion that extravagant advertising will save the day, ultimately squandering their funds on outrageous ad schemes and publicity stunts. Adding to the chaos are Browns two daughters the manipulative elder, married to Jones, who seeks to extract money from her father, and the younger, Maryanne, who plays both Robinson and Brisket the butcher (a nod to Trollopes clever character naming) against each other for her affections. Yet, amidst the comedic misadventures, Trollope reveals a heartfelt empathy for the challenges small business owners face, while also highlighting the pitfalls writers endure under harsh criticism. As Robinson prepares to share his journey in the esteemed Cornhill Magazine, a surprising twist in the final chapter leads to an uplifting redemption, leaving readers with a sense of hope.
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    5 時間 26 分
  • Cinderella-George Calderon
    2026/08/17
    Dive into this sharp satire that critiques the deceitful advertising and business practices of its time, as it unravels the tale of a fledgling clothing business destined for disaster. At its helm is the timid senior partner, Brown, who offers financial backing but lacks the courage to steer the ship. His son-in-law, Jones, is busy pilfering from the cash register, while the junior partner, Robinson, fixates on the notion that extravagant advertising will save the day, ultimately squandering their funds on outrageous ad schemes and publicity stunts. Adding to the chaos are Browns two daughters the manipulative elder, married to Jones, who seeks to extract money from her father, and the younger, Maryanne, who plays both Robinson and Brisket the butcher (a nod to Trollopes clever character naming) against each other for her affections. Yet, amidst the comedic misadventures, Trollope reveals a heartfelt empathy for the challenges small business owners face, while also highlighting the pitfalls writers endure under harsh criticism. As Robinson prepares to share his journey in the esteemed Cornhill Magazine, a surprising twist in the final chapter leads to an uplifting redemption, leaving readers with a sense of hope.
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    1 時間 34 分