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Emma Woodhouse é bela e inteligente, mas um pouco convencida. Ela vive bem com o pai na pequena cidade de Highbury. Quando sua querida amiga Miss Taylor se casa com o vizinho Mr. Weston, Emma é confrontada com um grande vazio e decide ajudar os outros para que tenham uma vida tão perfeita como a dela. Ela resolve arranjar casamentos e começa a proteger Harriet Smith, uma jovem simples de outro nível social.

The acclaimed BBC Radio 4 dramatisation of Anthony Trollope's gently satirical tales of provincial life One of the most respected, successful chroniclers of nineteenth-century life, Anthony Trollope is still widely read and much-loved today. The Barchester Chronicles - witty moral comedies with...

Emma by Jane Austen.Jane Austen famously described Emma Woodhouse, the title character of her 1815 novel, as "a heroine whom no-one but myself will much like." Yet generations of readers have loved Emma, as much for her blunders as for her wit and vivacity. Emma, "handsome, clever, and rich," has nothing else to do but try to pair off her friends, and she consistently mis-reads the relationships and situations around her as much as she mis-reads her own heart. The novel features a wonderful cast of characters, including Emma's hypochondriac father, the odiously prideful Mrs. Elton, the ...

The Scarlet Pimpernel by Baroness Emma Orczy. In the year 1792, the French Revolution is in the midst of its bloodiest stage. Aristocrats are being executed left and right by the Republic when the guillotine begins to be repeatedly cheated of aristocratic victims due to a series of daring rescues carried out by a mysterious hero known only as “The Scarlet Pimpernel.” Nothing is known about this person, save that he is a master of disguise, has saved dozens of lives, and has never been caught. He is the hero of the aristocrats, the bane of the Republic, and the talk of high society across...

Dive into the mysterious world of Mabel Wilcox, a woman who has just opened a girls boarding school and is thrown into a whirl of intrigue when the wealthy Mr. Conway Fitzgibbon enrolls his delicate daughter. But as Mabel delves into their background, she uncovers a shocking truth - theres no wealthy Fitzgibbon family! The supposed heiress Matilda is an imposter. What will Mabel do? Brought to life posthumously and introduced by Charlotte Brontës editor, W. M. Thackeray, these two chapters are the only known pieces of Emma, the novel Brontë was crafting before her untimely passing. ...

Winner of the Susan Smith Backburn Prize honoring women writers worldwide, Emma’s Child explores the idea of commitment in a marriage as a parent. Told gently, lovingly, and with unexpected humor, this is the story of a childless couple struggling to decide whether to continue the adoption process when the baby they had hoped for is born severely disabled.

Emma and Naomi have thoughts on all things theatre....normally after the show at the bar with a glass of wine. But now, with a mimosa in hand, they have come together for brunch, to share their unfiltered thoughts, insights, and passion for all things theatre. It's time to join Emma and Naomi and immerse yourself in the fascinating world of theatre in London. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lend me your ears! Welcome to my podcast. I'm Emma Sheehan writer of funny stuff, playwright and storyteller, brings you a fix of lovely little stories, comedy sketches and more. Super smart tales with a dark twist..For more info about Emma and the show, check out www.emmasheehan.co.uk Enjoy the show!

Emma Wood comes home to find her parents missing! She goes to find them, and on the way meets a way sassy pixie and a mysterious leprechaun! Someone is trying to stop her from finding her parents . . . but who?

Two dumb teenage girls who talk about random things. Their lives, their interests, and everything in between!

An addictively gripping queer coming-of-age story about an all-consuming, insidious love affair between a college freshman and a mysterious older woman, from an unforgettable new voice in fiction. Eighteen-year-old Natalie has just arrived at her first year of university in Toronto, leaving her...

Mitreißend, dramatisch und voller Romantik Willkommen im Crimson Club, dem exklusivsten und angesagtesten Members‘ Club der Londoner High Society. Eigentlich für jemanden wie Mia unerreichbar, aber mit Organisationstalent und Charme sichert sie sich ihren Traumjob: Sie wird die neue Eventmanagerin des Clubs. Doch gleich am ersten Tag gerät sie mit dem unverschämten Millionär und Gründer der weltweit bekannten App »Talktime« aneinander. Dean Parker ist nicht nur arrogant und erfolgreich, sondern auch noch unglaublich gutaussehend. Und Mia soll ihr erstes großes Clubevent ausgerechnet...

Tune in every week for Movie Review Monday, where we break down the latest blockbusters, hidden gems, and timeless classics! Whether you're a casual moviegoer or a cinephile, our hosts dive deep into film analysis, offering fresh perspectives, behind-the-scenes insights, and passionate discussions. Get ready for spoiler-filled reviews, fun debates, and recommendations that will keep you in the loop for your next movie night. Don’t miss out—grab your popcorn and join the conversation!🍿🎬

BBC Audio presents Mansfield Park, Jane Austen's perceptive study of middle class morals in the 19th century. Jane Austen's unlikely heroine Fanny Price is plucked from her impoverished family and brought up by wealthy relatives at Mansfield Park. When two outrageous and flirtatious guests...

Deep in the heart of Ellington library, Beatrice reads long lost stories of paranormal investigations, ghosts that linger, lost souls finding a way a home. Yet the more Beatrice reads, the wider the door back to our world opens. Soon, Beatrice might not be able to stop them coming back from the dead.

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An exciting podcast all about your favorite romance novels, series and tropes! Listen along with Emma and Abby as we talk about our Book Club Books of the month, and our favorite throwback books from the past!!

Antonio, a wealthy and popular merchant, is in financial difficulty. He approaches a Jewish money lender, Shylock, who agrees to provide 3000 ducats, with a very curious bond – a pound of the merchant’s flesh, to be levied if Antonio fails to make a timely repayment. Feeling confident that his argosies will arrive in time to cover the debt, Antonio agrees to this bizarre transaction.

In As You Like It, a wicked Duke expels his virtuous brother, the lawful ruler, from his domains. The banished Duke takes refuge with his followers in the Forest of Arden, where they live as free a life as did Robin Hood and his merry men.