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Begum's Fortune

Begum's Fortune

Di: Jules Verne
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Explore the complex interplay of ambition, idealism, and the darker sides of human nature in "Begum's Fortune," a podcast that delves into the nuances of utopian and dystopian societies. This series invites listeners to reflect on the visions of two men who inherit vast fortunes and attempt to create their own distinct realities in America, each driven by contrasting ideologies and values. With a focus on themes of power, conflict, and the quest for societal perfection, every episode features a new complete audiobook that examines the struggles and triumphs of characters navigating these ambitious projects. This is not a single story but a series of unique explorations that draw from diverse perspectives and historical contexts, encouraging a deeper understanding of what it means to build a society. Discover a new book with every episode, and journey through the rich tapestry of human experience as it grapples with the challenges of creating an ideal world.

This show includes AI-generated content.Copyright 1900s genre Arte Disturbo fisico e malattia Igiene e vita sana Storia e critica della letteratura
Episodi
  • Colonel Chabert (Version 2)-Honoré de Balzac

    Colonel Chabert (Version 2)-Honoré de Balzac
    Aug 28 2026
    A novel with some utopian elements, but primarily dystopian. A French doctor and a German professor both inherit a vast fortune as descendants of a French soldier who married the rich widow of an Indian prince. They both decide to go to America and establish their own "ideal" society. Dr. Sarrasin, the French doctor, is focused on maintaining public health. He builds Ville-France. Professor Schultze, the German scientist, is a bit of a militarist and racist. He builds Stahlstadt and devotes his city to the production of ever more powerful weapons so that he can destroy Sarrasin's city. They manage to get the US to cede sovereignty to two cities so that the two newly rich men can create their utopia. The setting for Ville-France would place it on the Oregon Coast, near Bandon, Oregon. The location for the second city, Stahlstadt, is less clear, but the description would place it somewhere near Roseburg, Oregon. - Summary by Kate Follis

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    3 ore e 2 min
  • On the Trail of the Space Pirates-Carey Rockwell

    On the Trail of the Space Pirates-Carey Rockwell
    Aug 27 2026
    A novel with some utopian elements, but primarily dystopian. A French doctor and a German professor both inherit a vast fortune as descendants of a French soldier who married the rich widow of an Indian prince. They both decide to go to America and establish their own "ideal" society. Dr. Sarrasin, the French doctor, is focused on maintaining public health. He builds Ville-France. Professor Schultze, the German scientist, is a bit of a militarist and racist. He builds Stahlstadt and devotes his city to the production of ever more powerful weapons so that he can destroy Sarrasin's city. They manage to get the US to cede sovereignty to two cities so that the two newly rich men can create their utopia. The setting for Ville-France would place it on the Oregon Coast, near Bandon, Oregon. The location for the second city, Stahlstadt, is less clear, but the description would place it somewhere near Roseburg, Oregon. - Summary by Kate Follis

    This episode includes AI-generated content.
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    5 ore e 43 min
  • Topsy-Turvy-Jules Verne

    Topsy-Turvy-Jules Verne
    Aug 26 2026
    A novel with some utopian elements, but primarily dystopian. A French doctor and a German professor both inherit a vast fortune as descendants of a French soldier who married the rich widow of an Indian prince. They both decide to go to America and establish their own "ideal" society. Dr. Sarrasin, the French doctor, is focused on maintaining public health. He builds Ville-France. Professor Schultze, the German scientist, is a bit of a militarist and racist. He builds Stahlstadt and devotes his city to the production of ever more powerful weapons so that he can destroy Sarrasin's city. They manage to get the US to cede sovereignty to two cities so that the two newly rich men can create their utopia. The setting for Ville-France would place it on the Oregon Coast, near Bandon, Oregon. The location for the second city, Stahlstadt, is less clear, but the description would place it somewhere near Roseburg, Oregon. - Summary by Kate Follis
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    4 ore e 27 min
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