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In Brief Authority

In Brief Authority

Written by: F. Anstey
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Dive into the whimsical world of In Brief Authority, a satirical comedy from 1915 that follows a nouveau riche British family and their quirky nanny as they embark on an extraordinary adventure to Maerchenland, the enchanting land of Fairy Tales. One fateful evening, they find themselves transported in a car drawn by storks, where the familys snobbish matron is mistakenly crowned Queen. Eager to impose her British social customs, she stirs up delightful chaos among the kingdoms gnomes, giants, and a dragon. As the royal family introduces concepts like capitalism and golf, tensions rise when the rightful heir to the throne is revealed. With a sprinkle of romance and a dose of reality from the backdrop of World War I, this tale promises a captivating blend of humor and heart. Join us to discover whether they all live happily ever after! (Summary by Anna Simon) Proof-listeners were Rapunzelina and April Gonzales.Copyright Comedy and Fairy Tales
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    Dive into the whimsical world of In Brief Authority, a satirical comedy from 1915 that follows a nouveau riche British family and their quirky nanny as they embark on an extraordinary adventure to Maerchenland, the enchanting land of Fairy Tales. One fateful evening, they find themselves transported in a car drawn by storks, where the familys snobbish matron is mistakenly crowned Queen. Eager to impose her British social customs, she stirs up delightful chaos among the kingdoms gnomes, giants, and a dragon. As the royal family introduces concepts like capitalism and golf, tensions rise when the rightful heir to the throne is revealed. With a sprinkle of romance and a dose of reality from the backdrop of World War I, this tale promises a captivating blend of humor and heart. Join us to discover whether they all live happily ever after! (Summary by Anna Simon) Proof-listeners were Rapunzelina and April Gonzales.
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    57 mins
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    Dive into the whimsical world of In Brief Authority, a satirical comedy from 1915 that follows a nouveau riche British family and their quirky nanny as they embark on an extraordinary adventure to Maerchenland, the enchanting land of Fairy Tales. One fateful evening, they find themselves transported in a car drawn by storks, where the familys snobbish matron is mistakenly crowned Queen. Eager to impose her British social customs, she stirs up delightful chaos among the kingdoms gnomes, giants, and a dragon. As the royal family introduces concepts like capitalism and golf, tensions rise when the rightful heir to the throne is revealed. With a sprinkle of romance and a dose of reality from the backdrop of World War I, this tale promises a captivating blend of humor and heart. Join us to discover whether they all live happily ever after! (Summary by Anna Simon) Proof-listeners were Rapunzelina and April Gonzales.
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    Aug 22 2026
    Dive into the whimsical world of In Brief Authority, a satirical comedy from 1915 that follows a nouveau riche British family and their quirky nanny as they embark on an extraordinary adventure to Maerchenland, the enchanting land of Fairy Tales. One fateful evening, they find themselves transported in a car drawn by storks, where the familys snobbish matron is mistakenly crowned Queen. Eager to impose her British social customs, she stirs up delightful chaos among the kingdoms gnomes, giants, and a dragon. As the royal family introduces concepts like capitalism and golf, tensions rise when the rightful heir to the throne is revealed. With a sprinkle of romance and a dose of reality from the backdrop of World War I, this tale promises a captivating blend of humor and heart. Join us to discover whether they all live happily ever after! (Summary by Anna Simon) Proof-listeners were Rapunzelina and April Gonzales.
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    8 hrs and 34 mins
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