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  • Bab Ballads (version 2)-W. S. Gilbert

    Bab Ballads (version 2)-W. S. Gilbert
    Oct 10 2026
    "Bab Ballads (version 2)" by W. S. Gilbert is a collection of humorous and satirical poems that showcase the author's sharp wit and clever wordplay. These verses, rich in irony and social commentary, capture the essence of Victorian society while entertaining listeners with their playful narratives and whimsical characters. The themes of absurdity and the folly of human nature resonate just as powerfully today, inviting reflection on the quirks and eccentricities of life that remain relevant across generations. This delightful compilation not only highlights Gilbert's literary genius but also serves as a timeless reminder of the joy found in laughter and the art of storytelling.
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    2 ore e 50 min
  • Miss Mapp-E. F. Benson

    Miss Mapp-E. F. Benson
    Sep 12 2026
    "Miss Mapp" by E. F. Benson invites listeners into the intriguing world of a small English community, where the sharp-witted and socially astute Miss Mapp navigates the complexities of friendship, rivalry, and ambition. This captivating tale showcases the timeless themes of social maneuvering and the pursuit of status, reflecting the human condition in its most relatable form. As Miss Mapp engages in her clever games of one-upmanship, her story resonates today with anyone who has experienced the intricacies of social dynamics. Benson's keen observations and humor make this a delightful exploration of character and community that remains relevant across generations.
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    8 ore e 26 min
  • Talleyrand Maxim-J. S. Fletcher

    Talleyrand Maxim-J. S. Fletcher
    Sep 5 2026
    Mr. Sponge's Sporting Tour is a delightful comic satire of the fox-hunting fraternity of the mid 19th Century. Surtees takes great pleasure in creating comic personalities and dialogue and resembles the later Pickwick Papers of Dickens, whose style may well have been influenced by Surtees. The story follows the eponymous Soapy Sponge, a Victorian freeloader and confidence trickster, who manages to work his way around the gentrified houses of southern England, fox-hunting as he goes. - Summary by Kevin Green

    This episode includes AI-generated content.
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    6 ore e 56 min
  • Clergymen Of The Church Of England-Anthony Trollope

    Clergymen Of The Church Of England-Anthony Trollope
    Sep 4 2026
    Mr. Sponge's Sporting Tour is a delightful comic satire of the fox-hunting fraternity of the mid 19th Century. Surtees takes great pleasure in creating comic personalities and dialogue and resembles the later Pickwick Papers of Dickens, whose style may well have been influenced by Surtees. The story follows the eponymous Soapy Sponge, a Victorian freeloader and confidence trickster, who manages to work his way around the gentrified houses of southern England, fox-hunting as he goes. - Summary by Kevin Green
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    2 ore e 42 min
  • History Of Egypt, Chaldea, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria, Vol. 2-Gaston Maspero

    History Of Egypt, Chaldea, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria, Vol. 2-Gaston Maspero
    Sep 3 2026
    Mr. Sponge's Sporting Tour is a delightful comic satire of the fox-hunting fraternity of the mid 19th Century. Surtees takes great pleasure in creating comic personalities and dialogue and resembles the later Pickwick Papers of Dickens, whose style may well have been influenced by Surtees. The story follows the eponymous Soapy Sponge, a Victorian freeloader and confidence trickster, who manages to work his way around the gentrified houses of southern England, fox-hunting as he goes. - Summary by Kevin Green
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    7 ore e 53 min
  • History Of Egypt, Chaldea, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria, Vol. 1-Gaston Maspero

    History Of Egypt, Chaldea, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria, Vol. 1-Gaston Maspero
    Sep 2 2026
    Mr. Sponge's Sporting Tour is a delightful comic satire of the fox-hunting fraternity of the mid 19th Century. Surtees takes great pleasure in creating comic personalities and dialogue and resembles the later Pickwick Papers of Dickens, whose style may well have been influenced by Surtees. The story follows the eponymous Soapy Sponge, a Victorian freeloader and confidence trickster, who manages to work his way around the gentrified houses of southern England, fox-hunting as he goes. - Summary by Kevin Green
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    7 ore e 17 min
  • Praise of Folly-Desiderius Erasmus

    Praise of Folly-Desiderius Erasmus
    Sep 1 2026
    Mr. Sponge's Sporting Tour is a delightful comic satire of the fox-hunting fraternity of the mid 19th Century. Surtees takes great pleasure in creating comic personalities and dialogue and resembles the later Pickwick Papers of Dickens, whose style may well have been influenced by Surtees. The story follows the eponymous Soapy Sponge, a Victorian freeloader and confidence trickster, who manages to work his way around the gentrified houses of southern England, fox-hunting as he goes. - Summary by Kevin Green
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    3 ore e 43 min
  • Reign of George VI, 1900-1925 A Forecast Written in the Year 1763-Samuel Madden, Charles William Chadwick Oman

    Reign of George VI, 1900-1925 A Forecast Written in the Year 1763-Samuel Madden, Charles William Chadwick Oman
    Aug 31 2026
    Mr. Sponge's Sporting Tour is a delightful comic satire of the fox-hunting fraternity of the mid 19th Century. Surtees takes great pleasure in creating comic personalities and dialogue and resembles the later Pickwick Papers of Dickens, whose style may well have been influenced by Surtees. The story follows the eponymous Soapy Sponge, a Victorian freeloader and confidence trickster, who manages to work his way around the gentrified houses of southern England, fox-hunting as he goes. - Summary by Kevin Green
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    3 ore e 31 min