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Set against the backdrop of a small community during the Napoleonic Wars, Quality Street follows two spirited sisters who establish a school for local children when the towns doctor leaves to fight. A decade later, the doctor returns, expecting to seamlessly resume his former life, unaware of the vibrant changes that have taken place. This charming tale, infused with humor and heart, features Katharine Hepburn in a classic film adaptation from 1937. Interestingly, the beloved Quality Street chocolates were inspired by this enchanting play. - Summary by ToddHW

Step into a captivating twist on the classic tale of Cinderella! Set against the backdrop of World War I, this unique play combines familiar characters like the Godmother, royalty, and iconic glass slippers with a storyline that defies traditional fairy tale conventions. First produced on Broadway in 1916 and later adapted into a silent film in 1925, Kiss for Cinderella is a delightful journey that promises to surprise and entertain. - Summary by ToddHW

In this captivating tale from the author of Peter Pan, Lord Loam, a British nobleman, boldly challenges the notion of class divisions, much to the discomfort of his aristocratic peers. His progressive views are showcased at tea parties where servants and guests mingle, much to the disapproval of Crichton, his loyal butler. When fate casts them all away on a deserted tropical island, the pragmatic Crichton emerges as the only one equipped with practical skills. As social roles are upended, Crichton rises to power as the governor of their new world. Join us for a journey that explores themes of ...

In a picturesque country house, eight intriguing guests gather for an unusual invitation to step into a magical wood that offers a glimpse of what their lives might have been had they made different choices. Despite warnings to stay away, curiosity drives them to explore this enchanting yet perilous realm. Drawing inspiration from Shakespeares poignant words—The fault lies in ourselves, dear Brutus, not in our stars—this play delves into the age-old question when given a second chance, will we repeat our past mistakes? (summary by David O) The cast features Mr. Dearth azureblue, Mrs. Alice...

Peter Pan es un niño que nunca crece, tiene diez años y odia el mundo de los adultos. Siempre va acompañado de su hada, Campanilla. El polvo que esta desprende hace que Peter tenga la capacidad de volar. Vive en el país de Nunca Jamás, una isla poblada tanto por piratas como por indios, hadas y sirenas, donde vive numerosas aventuras junto a sus amigos, los Niños Perdidos.

Continuing the journey begun in Sentimental Tommy, this enchanting tale follows Tommy as he matures and embarks on a life with Grizel. However, their story is more than just a fairytale; it beautifully encapsulates the complexities of love, the trials of growing up, and the quest for ones unique voice in the world. - Summary by Stav Nisser.

A timeless classic story, J.M. Barrie's Peter Pan is brought to life by Vivian Heilbron and David Rintoul in this abridged, downloadable audiobook edition. Peter Pan and Tinkerbell lead the three Darling children over the rooftops of London and away to Neverland - the island where the lost boys...

Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of childhood wonder and adventure that "Peter Pan in Kensington Gardens" evokes, as this podcast delves into the themes of innocence, imagination, and the magic of nature. Each episode invites listeners to explore a rotating collection of audiobooks that celebrate the whimsical spirit of youth, featuring tales of fantastical creatures, hidden realms, and the joys of flight. These stories transport you to lush gardens where fairies dance and birds sing, revealing the beauty of innocence and the longing for freedom. This is not a single story but a series...

Embark on a journey where the spirit of adventure, the allure of imagination, and the essence of childhood take center stage, as inspired by the enchanting title. This podcast invites you to explore the realms of fantasy and wonder, where every episode features a new complete audiobook that celebrates the themes of eternal youth and the magic of storytelling. Listeners will encounter whimsical characters, thrilling escapades, and the profound connections that bind us to our dreams and desires. This is not a single narrative but a series of unique explorations that delve into the joys and ...

Immerse yourself in a realm where the innocence of childhood meets the complexities of adult life, as suggested by the enchanting title. This podcast invites listeners to explore themes of imagination, belonging, and the bittersweet nature of growing up, weaving together tales that resonate across generations. Each episode features a new complete audiobook, offering a rotating collection that captures the magic of childhood wonder while delving into deeper reflections on identity and connection. This is not a single story but a series of unique explorations that illuminate the fragile beauty ...

Terbang, ayo kita terbang!Dan Peter pun mengajak ketiga anak keluarga Darling—Wendy, John, dan Michael—ikut dengannya ke Neverland. Di sana mereka mengalami banyak petualangan seru bersama Peter, Tinker Bell, dan para Anak Hilang pengikut setia Peter. Mereka berhadapan dengan Kapten Hook dan...

In this volume our classic authors conjure up all sorts of damnations and destructions in literary assaults testing our will to survive and our ingenuity to overcome situations where the outlook is bleak at best and the total extinction of us at worse.

Murder comes in two familiar forms. Whether as a crime of passion with high emotions or a cold dispassionate plot to take life in order to gain in some way, the act strikes us all as somehow inhuman. Beneath us as civilised beings. But however we cloak our animal instincts the need to remove a human being and gain relief from abuse or gain from money, the term is just the same – MURDER. Robert Louis Stevenson, Arthur Conan Doyle, J M Barrie, W W Jacobs and many others bring their literary heft to bear in as calculating a way as any killer could.

Peter az elveszett fiúk vezére, a kalózok rettegett ellensége, a büszke, pimasz, örök gyermek, berepül a nyitott ablakon, Sohaországba viszi Wendyt és két testvérét, akik hosszú időt töltenek az Elveszett fiúk szigetén. Megismerik Giling Galangot, Hook kapitányt és a kalózokat, de a rengeteg kaland után mégis hazavágynak.

Dive into the enchanting realm of childhood wonder and adventure with "Story of Peter Pan," a podcast that celebrates the timeless themes of imagination, friendship, and the magic of never growing up. Each episode features a new complete audiobook, transporting listeners to the whimsical world of Peter Pan, Wendy, and the Lost Boys, while exploring stories that capture the essence of youthful escapades and the allure of the fantastical. This rotating collection unveils a variety of narratives that evoke the spirit of adventure, reminding us of the joy and innocence of childhood. As we traverse...

Short stories have always been a sort of instant access into an author’s brain, their soul and heart. Whether they hail from the Lowlands or the Highlands, to be a Scottish author is to part of a quite an extraordinary band of authors and its literary traditions. These beguiling stories example the full range and majesty of their talents and the subjects they explore.

Poco imaginaba J.M. Barrie cuando escribió la obra de teatro Peter Pan que un siglo más tarde el mito del niño que no quería crecer seguiría cautivando a jóvenes y mayores por igual.

Following Sterling's spectacularly successful launch of its children's classic novels (240,000 books in print to date),comes a dazzling new series: Classic Starts. The stories are unabridged and have been rewritten for younger audiences. Classic Starts treats the world's beloved tales (and...

The British, it is often said, have a stiff upper lip and a dry sense of humour. It's true, we usually do, and in the case of this perfect compendium of short stories we absolutely do. Listen to our Scottish raconteur J. M. Barrie and English wits Jerome K. Jerome and Edward Lear for perfect proof of that. But humour is many things and from many places, so we also feature Mark Twain, our very talented American friend, to complete this rather witty and clever volume of short stories.

Theatre Royal. The very name summons up something of grandeur and eloquence. And it was. Hosted by Ralph Richardson, these big-name productions also included the creme de la creme of acting talents from John Gielgud, Robert Morley and Orson Welles to Trevor Howard, Michael Redgrave and Laurence Olivier. They were based on works by the world's leading authors, among them Charles Dickens, Henry James, Oscar Wilde and Anton Chekhov. These are but a few of whose company we shall be keeping as we raise the curtain on our first instalment of theatrical history.