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Dive into the intriguing world of the doubtfully Shakespearian plays with this captivating Librivox project. The editor aims to present a comprehensive text, enriched with critical insights, of those plays that can reasonably be considered part of the Shakespeare Apocrypha. In this episode, we explore the Preface and Introduction, where 42 potential candidates are meticulously narrowed down to 14 plays deemed worthy of inclusion. These selections, grounded in both reason and tradition, pave the way for a deeper understanding of Shakespeares literary legacy. While the full texts of these plays ...

Discover the intriguing connections between the Bible and the works of Shakespeare in this insightful analysis. This compendium delves into the striking similarities and references that reveal the profound influence of Biblical themes on Shakespeare’s plays and characters. Explore how the playwrights narratives echo Biblical plots and figures, enriching our understanding of both texts. Join Joanne Turner as she unravels these compelling parallels, illuminating the timeless impact of scripture on one of literatures greatest minds.

In Two Destinies, Mary Dermodys future seems entwined with George Germaines, as foretold by her grandmothers prophecy. Yet, fate has other plans, leading to their separation and a long period of lost connection. However, when George heroically saves a young woman from drowning, an inexplicable bond ignites between him and Mary, hinting at a destiny that might be more than just chance. - Summary by Carolin

In This Is The End, join a family on a half-hearted quest to locate a missing relative who seems determined to stay lost. As they navigate their mundane lives against the backdrop of World War Is turmoil, the story beautifully explores the extraordinary within the ordinary. Each characters journey is filled with moments that are often humorous, sometimes heartbreaking, but always resonant with truth. This tale reminds us that poetry and romance can be discovered in the most unexpected places, waiting to be uncovered beneath the surface of everyday life. (Summary by Peter Eastman)

Published in 1907, Elinor Glyns Three Weeks became her most notorious work, igniting scandal and intrigue upon its release. This captivating tale follows Paul Verdayne, a young man convinced he’s in love with the parsons daughter. To shield him from a potentially unfavorable marriage, his aristocratic parents whisk him away on a European tour. However, unforeseen perils await him. In Switzerland, Paul encounters an alluring older woman and is swept into a tempest of passion that leads to a gripping saga of love, jealousy, and murder. Join Carolin as she narrates this enthralling story that ...

In this poignant drama by the esteemed German playwright August von Kotzebue, a close friend of Ludwig von Beethoven, we delve into the complexities of love and identity. Originally published as Menshenhass und Reue, the play took the English-speaking world by storm in the late 1790s, captivating audiences in both Great Britain and the United States. Its enchanting tale of lost love, hidden identities, overwhelming guilt, and the promise of redemption resonated deeply with 19th-century theatergoers, leaving them spellbound. Join us for a journey through a fairytale-like narrative that has ...

‘The Forsyte Saga’ unfolds the intricate tale of a wealthy London family from the 1880s to the 1920s. In To Let, the final book of this epic saga, we find ourselves in the year 1920—two decades have passed since Irene married Young Jolyon and welcomed their son, John, while Soames wed Annette, giving rise to their daughter, Fleur. The branches of this family have grown apart, with John and Fleur unaware of each others existence. With all the old Forsytes gone except for Timothy, Val and Holly return from South Africa where Val has been training racehorses. June has opened a gallery near ...

In Stella Maris, we meet a young girl named Stellamaris, who finds herself confined to her bed in the Channel House, overlooking the majestic English Channel. Cared for by her devoted elderly uncle and aunt, Sir Oliver and Lady Blount, her world brightens with the visits of two young men, journalist John Risca and actor Walter Herold. They enchant her with tales of an imaginary castle and fantastical lands, weaving dreams that momentarily transport her beyond her limitations. As time passes, Stellamaris begins to regain the use of her limbs, and the narrative unfolds the evolving relationships...

Saint Joan is a compelling play by George Bernard Shaw that dives into the life of Joan of Arc, a 15th-century French military icon. Premiering in 1923, just three years after her canonization by the Roman Catholic Church, the play captures Shaws perspective that the individuals involved in Joans trial acted based on their convictions. In his preface, Shaw eloquently states, “There are no villains in the piece. Crime, like disease, is not interesting it is something to be done away with by general consent, and that is all [there is] about it. It is what men do at their best, with good ...

In the gripping tale of Touchstone, Stephen Glennard finds himself at a crossroads as his career crumbles, leaving him desperate for money to marry his beautiful fiancée. When he stumbles upon a tantalizing advertisement in a London magazine offering a chance at financial gain, he sees a glimmer of hope. Once the object of affection for the renowned but recently deceased author Margaret Aubyn, Glennard holds onto her passionate love letters. In a moment of moral weakness, he decides to erase his name from the letters and sell them, striking it rich while betraying the memory of a woman who ...

Inheriting a vast fortune can change lives in unimaginable ways, as three individuals discover in this gripping tale. A good-hearted man finds his future altered when his uncles last-minute will leaves him empty-handed. His cousin, the sole heir, faces unexpected challenges that prevent him from truly enjoying his newfound wealth. Meanwhile, a desperate gambler yearns for a windfall that could change his fate. As their paths intertwine, the consequences prove deadly for at least one of them. (Summary by Carolin)

Norrie Ford, wrongfully convicted of murder, seizes a chance to escape and finds himself saved by a mysterious girl known as the Wild Olive. She helps him forge a new life under an assumed name in Argentina, where he thrives and even becomes engaged. But when he returns to New York for work, fate intervenes, bringing him face-to-face with the Wild Olive once again. Will their paths intertwine once more? (Summary by Simon Evers)

Step into the enchanting world of The Winters Tale, one of Shakespeares final masterpieces. This captivating tale unfolds the story of two kings—Leontes of Sicilia and Polixenes of Bohemia—whose lifelong friendship is shattered by jealousy and suspicion. When Leontes irrationally accuses his beloved wife, Hermione, of betrayal, chaos erupts in Sicilia, leading to heartbreaking consequences for his family. Yet, in a remarkable turn of events, Shakespeare shifts the narrative towards redemption, marked by the haunting growls of a bear and the passage of sixteen years, as narrated by the ...

Ronald West is bursting with inspiration for his next novel, and he knows that to capture the essence of his story, he needs to immerse himself in the heart of central Africa for six months. His devoted wife, Helen, encourages his adventurous spirit, but surprises him by choosing to stay behind for the first time in their marriage. Disheartened yet determined, Ronnie sets off with plans to return home in time for Christmas. However, when he arrives back in England, the unexpected awaits him—a troubling revelation that could shatter their reunion and turn their festive celebration into ...

In Widowers Houses, one of the three thought-provoking plays that make up Shaws Plays Unpleasant published in 1898, the renowned playwright challenges the status quo of Victorian theatre. Rather than simply entertain, Shaw aims to illuminate pressing social issues and critique the exploitation of the working class by the affluent elite. The story follows Dr. Harry Trench, who faces a moral crisis upon learning the unsettling truth about his fiancées father, Mr. Sartorius, and his dubious means of wealth. As the narrative unfolds, it becomes clear that Trenchs own financial situation is ...

The Oresteia is a captivating trilogy by Aeschylus, one of ancient Greeces greatest playwrights. This powerful collection includes three plays Agamemnon, The Libation Bearers, and The Furies. It unfolds the tragic saga of the House of Atreus, a family beset by a curse that drives its members toward a fate steeped in blood and vengeance. As the story begins, the Trojan War has come to an end, and the victorious Greek general, Agamemnon, returns home to his wife, Clytemnestra. However, their reunion is marred by her unresolved anger over his sacrifice of their daughter, Iphigenia, made to ensure...

Step into the richly woven narrative of The Changeling, a captivating tragicomedy from 1622 penned by Thomas Middleton and William Rowley. This enthralling tale unfolds in two interlinked plots the passionate Beatrice-Joanna, daughter of Alicantes governor, finds herself torn between her duty to her fiancé, Alonzo de Piracquo, and her desire for the charming Alsemero. In her desperation, she turns to De Flores, her fathers servant, to eliminate Alonzo, unaware of the dark price that De Flores will demand for his loyalty. Meanwhile, in a madhouse, the obsessive doctor Alibius confines his ...

When Christopher Jedbury, Jr. inadvertently finds himself in a precarious predicament, he is thrust into a whirlwind marriage with a woman he has never met. After his father discovers the truth, Christopher is banished to India to work as a lowly clerk in his father’s trading company. Things take a complicated turn when he meets the enchanting Dora and enlists the help of his lawyer friend to locate his elusive bride and seek a divorce. However, the search poses unexpected challenges, especially when the mystery wife remains hidden and Dora harbors secrets of her own! (Summary by Jenn Broda)

If youre expecting the traditional tale of glass slippers and pumpkin coaches, prepare for a delightful surprise! This is a pantomime as if Ibsen had penned it himself, set against a bleak and cheerless heath overlooking the fjord. Meet the Ibsenesque heroine, Mrs. Inquest, alongside her stepdaughter Hilda and her own daughter, Hedda, who is caught in an engagement with the hapless Tesman. Thus unfolds Calderons hilariously irreverent twist on Cinderella. A note from the editor of the 1922 volume, published posthumously, reveals that this play is more of a rough draft, initially set aside for ...