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Mr. Sponges Sporting Tour

Mr. Sponges Sporting Tour

Written by: Robert Smith Surtees
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 Dive into the whimsical world of Mr. Sponges Sporting Tour, a charming comic satire that pokes fun at the fox-hunting elite of mid-19th Century England. With a keen eye for humor, Surtees crafts unforgettable characters and witty dialogue, reminiscent of the later works of Dickens, who may have drawn inspiration from Surtees style. Follow the misadventures of Soapy Sponge, a cunning Victorian charmer and confidence trickster, as he navigates the lavish homes of southern England, indulging in the fox-hunting scene and leaving a trail of laughter in his wake. - Summary by Kevin GreenCopyright Comedy and Fairy Tales
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  • 061 - Chapter 60 - Facey Romford at Home

    061 - Chapter 60 - Facey Romford at Home
    Jan 7 2026
    Dive into the whimsical world of Mr. Sponges Sporting Tour, a charming comic satire that pokes fun at the fox-hunting elite of mid-19th Century England. With a keen eye for humor, Surtees crafts unforgettable characters and witty dialogue, reminiscent of the later works of Dickens, who may have drawn inspiration from Surtees style. Follow the misadventures of Soapy Sponge, a cunning Victorian charmer and confidence trickster, as he navigates the lavish homes of southern England, indulging in the fox-hunting scene and leaving a trail of laughter in his wake. - Summary by Kevin Green
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    21 mins
  • 060 - Chapter 59 - The Adjourned Debate

    060 - Chapter 59 - The Adjourned Debate
    Jan 6 2026
    Dive into the whimsical world of Mr. Sponges Sporting Tour, a charming comic satire that pokes fun at the fox-hunting elite of mid-19th Century England. With a keen eye for humor, Surtees crafts unforgettable characters and witty dialogue, reminiscent of the later works of Dickens, who may have drawn inspiration from Surtees style. Follow the misadventures of Soapy Sponge, a cunning Victorian charmer and confidence trickster, as he navigates the lavish homes of southern England, indulging in the fox-hunting scene and leaving a trail of laughter in his wake. - Summary by Kevin Green
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    6 mins
  • 059 - Chapter 58 - Facey Romford

    059 - Chapter 58 - Facey Romford
    Jan 5 2026
    Dive into the whimsical world of Mr. Sponges Sporting Tour, a charming comic satire that pokes fun at the fox-hunting elite of mid-19th Century England. With a keen eye for humor, Surtees crafts unforgettable characters and witty dialogue, reminiscent of the later works of Dickens, who may have drawn inspiration from Surtees style. Follow the misadventures of Soapy Sponge, a cunning Victorian charmer and confidence trickster, as he navigates the lavish homes of southern England, indulging in the fox-hunting scene and leaving a trail of laughter in his wake. - Summary by Kevin Green
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    17 mins
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