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  • Frauds, Forgeries, and Fake News Collection-Various

    Frauds, Forgeries, and Fake News Collection-Various
    Oct 10 2026
    "Frauds, Forgeries, and Fake News Collection-Various" delves into the intriguing world of deception and misinformation, exploring the myriad ways in which truth can be distorted. This collection invites listeners to reflect on the nature of authenticity and the impact of false narratives, themes that resonate powerfully in today's society where misinformation spreads rapidly. The timeless relevance of these stories serves as a reminder of the importance of critical thinking and discernment in an age inundated with sensationalism. Engaging with this collection not only enlightens the mind but also encourages a deeper understanding of the consequences of deceit throughout history.

    This episode includes AI-generated content.
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    3 ore e 40 min
  • Cyrano de Bergerac (Hooker translation)-Edmond Rostand

    Cyrano de Bergerac (Hooker translation)-Edmond Rostand
    Sep 12 2026
    Cyrano de Bergerac, translated by Hooker, is a timeless tale of unrequited love, wit, and the complexities of identity. The story follows the eloquent and courageous Cyrano, whose formidable intellect and poetic spirit are overshadowed by his physical appearance, leading to a poignant exploration of selflessness and sacrifice in love. This enduring classic resonates today as it delves into themes of authenticity, the nature of beauty, and the struggle for personal expression in a world that often values superficiality. Listeners will find themselves captivated by Cyrano's passionate eloquence and the emotional depth that continues to inspire and provoke thought across generations.
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    4 ore e 47 min
  • Rivals-Richard Brinsley Sheridan

    Rivals-Richard Brinsley Sheridan
    Aug 30 2026
    “The Chouans” (1829) was the first novel published under Balzac’s own name (rather than a pen-name). It became the first book in the great work of his lifetime — the novel series titled “The Human Comedy.” Balzac was impressed by the writings of Sir Walter Scott. Scott made Scottish history come alive by creating fictions that used real history as backdrop. Balzac’s novel is set in 1799 — the year that Napoleon became First Consul of France. In the far west of France (i.e., Brittany), anti-revolutionary sentiment still simmered. The Chouans were a rustic guerrilla militia who wanted to undo the French Revolution and restore the old Bourbon monarchy. Pitted against them were the forces of the new Republic and its military (“the Blues”). Balzac researched this historical period as well as living conditions for Bretons of that time, then wove into the actual history his own fictional account of a romance between lovers from opposite factions in the dispute. In “The Chouans,” we see an early and influential example of “historical fiction,” a genre which blossomed in popularity during the 1800s, and remains popular in today’s novels and films. - Summary by Bruce Pirie
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    3 ore e 4 min
  • Aristopia A Romance-History of the New World-Castello Newton Holford

    Aristopia A Romance-History of the New World-Castello Newton Holford
    Aug 29 2026
    “The Chouans” (1829) was the first novel published under Balzac’s own name (rather than a pen-name). It became the first book in the great work of his lifetime — the novel series titled “The Human Comedy.” Balzac was impressed by the writings of Sir Walter Scott. Scott made Scottish history come alive by creating fictions that used real history as backdrop. Balzac’s novel is set in 1799 — the year that Napoleon became First Consul of France. In the far west of France (i.e., Brittany), anti-revolutionary sentiment still simmered. The Chouans were a rustic guerrilla militia who wanted to undo the French Revolution and restore the old Bourbon monarchy. Pitted against them were the forces of the new Republic and its military (“the Blues”). Balzac researched this historical period as well as living conditions for Bretons of that time, then wove into the actual history his own fictional account of a romance between lovers from opposite factions in the dispute. In “The Chouans,” we see an early and influential example of “historical fiction,” a genre which blossomed in popularity during the 1800s, and remains popular in today’s novels and films. - Summary by Bruce Pirie
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    5 ore e 14 min
  • Interpretation of Keats's Endymion-Henry Clement Notcutt

    Interpretation of Keats's Endymion-Henry Clement Notcutt
    Aug 28 2026
    “The Chouans” (1829) was the first novel published under Balzac’s own name (rather than a pen-name). It became the first book in the great work of his lifetime — the novel series titled “The Human Comedy.” Balzac was impressed by the writings of Sir Walter Scott. Scott made Scottish history come alive by creating fictions that used real history as backdrop. Balzac’s novel is set in 1799 — the year that Napoleon became First Consul of France. In the far west of France (i.e., Brittany), anti-revolutionary sentiment still simmered. The Chouans were a rustic guerrilla militia who wanted to undo the French Revolution and restore the old Bourbon monarchy. Pitted against them were the forces of the new Republic and its military (“the Blues”). Balzac researched this historical period as well as living conditions for Bretons of that time, then wove into the actual history his own fictional account of a romance between lovers from opposite factions in the dispute. In “The Chouans,” we see an early and influential example of “historical fiction,” a genre which blossomed in popularity during the 1800s, and remains popular in today’s novels and films. - Summary by Bruce Pirie
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    3 ore e 40 min
  • Uneasy Money-P. G. Wodehouse

    Uneasy Money-P. G. Wodehouse
    Aug 26 2026
    “The Chouans” (1829) was the first novel published under Balzac’s own name (rather than a pen-name). It became the first book in the great work of his lifetime — the novel series titled “The Human Comedy.” Balzac was impressed by the writings of Sir Walter Scott. Scott made Scottish history come alive by creating fictions that used real history as backdrop. Balzac’s novel is set in 1799 — the year that Napoleon became First Consul of France. In the far west of France (i.e., Brittany), anti-revolutionary sentiment still simmered. The Chouans were a rustic guerrilla militia who wanted to undo the French Revolution and restore the old Bourbon monarchy. Pitted against them were the forces of the new Republic and its military (“the Blues”). Balzac researched this historical period as well as living conditions for Bretons of that time, then wove into the actual history his own fictional account of a romance between lovers from opposite factions in the dispute. In “The Chouans,” we see an early and influential example of “historical fiction,” a genre which blossomed in popularity during the 1800s, and remains popular in today’s novels and films. - Summary by Bruce Pirie
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    6 ore e 41 min
  • Hermann and Dorothea-Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

    Hermann and Dorothea-Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
    Aug 25 2026
    “The Chouans” (1829) was the first novel published under Balzac’s own name (rather than a pen-name). It became the first book in the great work of his lifetime — the novel series titled “The Human Comedy.” Balzac was impressed by the writings of Sir Walter Scott. Scott made Scottish history come alive by creating fictions that used real history as backdrop. Balzac’s novel is set in 1799 — the year that Napoleon became First Consul of France. In the far west of France (i.e., Brittany), anti-revolutionary sentiment still simmered. The Chouans were a rustic guerrilla militia who wanted to undo the French Revolution and restore the old Bourbon monarchy. Pitted against them were the forces of the new Republic and its military (“the Blues”). Balzac researched this historical period as well as living conditions for Bretons of that time, then wove into the actual history his own fictional account of a romance between lovers from opposite factions in the dispute. In “The Chouans,” we see an early and influential example of “historical fiction,” a genre which blossomed in popularity during the 1800s, and remains popular in today’s novels and films. - Summary by Bruce Pirie
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    2 ore e 30 min