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John Websters gripping Jacobean tragedy unveils the dark underbelly of the Italian court. The virtuous Duchess of Malfi, a young widow, dares to marry her devoted steward Antonio in secret, only to face relentless persecution from her power-hungry brothers the dangerously obsessive Ferdinand, who spirals into madness, and the corrupt Cardinal. In a tale woven with themes of ambition, betrayal, and the struggle for agency, the Duchesss fate hangs in the balance. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)

John Webster's bloody Jacobean tragedy exposes the decadence of the Italian court. The virtuous Duchess of Malfi, a young widow, secretly marries her steward Antonio, and is subsequently persecuted by her brothers: the sexually obsessed and eventually mad Ferdinand, and the corrupt Cardinal. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett).Characters:Narrator/Stage Directions & Castruccio -- BellonaTimesDelio -- Andy MinterAntonio -- Martin GeesonBosola -- David NicolCardinal, 2nd Servant, 2nd Officer, Executioner -- jonesyFerdinand -- mbSilvio -- Lars RolanderRoderigo -- David MuncasterGrisolan -- Miriam Esther ...

John Webster's The White Devil (1612) is a Jacobean revenge tragedy, replete with adultery, murder, ghosts, and violence. The Duke of Brachiano and Vittoria Corombona decide to kill their spouses, Isabella and Camillo, in order to be together, aided by the crafty and ambitious Flamineo, Vittoria's brother. Their actions prompt vows of revenge from Isabella's brother Francisco, the Duke of Florence, and Count Lodovico, who was secretly in love with her. The title refers to the early modern proverb that "the white devil is worse than the black," indicating the hypocrisy practiced by many of the ...

What could possibly go wrong when a hesitant fiancée takes up a summer hobby writing letters to her sister's Lonely Hearts Club penpals? Especially when the household help is inveigled into a contorted scheme to head off disaster . . . Enjoy this 1923 comedy. - Summary by Lynette Caulkins Cast List: Stage Directions: Marie Christian Winnie Bronson: Jenn Broda Margaret Bronson: Anna Maria Myra Green: Kendra Alice Carter: Christina Fu Olga Johnson: Lynette Caulkins Valentine Romaine: Rick Cordray Pete McGlinchey: Wayne Cooke Ed Roper: ToddHW Arthur Gray: redrun Reverend Mr. Darling: Jim Hedrick

100 Episodes of Webster

Leitura completa do livro "Querido Inimigo" da Jean Webster.Esse livro é a continuação do livro Sempre sua, Judy. Esse é um livro exclusivo para os assinantes do clube de leitores Pedra Azul.Leitura interativa feita com exclusividade para os sócios do clube Sons da Leitura. Esse livro tem 200 páginas e teremos a leitura completa Esse é o 3º livro lido pelo clube Sons da Leitura. Para ter acesso a leitura completa , deve assinar o clube. Para acompanhar nossas leituras mensais, deve-se tornar sócio do clube "Sons da Leitura". Informações sobre o clube e efetuar a assinatura ...

This is the podcast for foodies everywhere! Join Bettina Campolucci Bordi of Bettina’s Kitchen and Niki Webster of Rebel Recipes as they chat about everything to do with food, from mouthwatering recipes to how we can all be more sustainable with our food choices, and they'll be joined by some very well known guests who'll be telling their own food stories. What The Focaccia Season 5 is sponsored by Stoneleigh Wines, their premium wines come all the way from Marlborough, New Zealand. They are made from 100% sustainably sourced grapes and are vegan certified! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/...

Explore the enthralling tale of The Four Pools Mystery, where a despotic plantation owner meets his untimely demise, seemingly at the hands of the oppressed slaves he continued to mistreat post-war. This captivating narrative is crafted by Jean Webster, an acclaimed American author famed for her works like Daddy-Long-Legs and Dear Enemy. Born as Alice Jane Chandler Webster on July 24, 1876, she left an indelible mark in the literary world before her demise on June 11, 1916.

A Mini-Podcast that pairs funny humor columns from writer-speaker Jay Webster with original music by singer-songwriter Ann-Janette.

Journey into the mysterious with new companions Drew and Jeffrey as they delve deep into the puzzling demise of the enigmatic Dr. Marshall. In a world where love intertwines with suspense, your curiosity will be piqued until the dramatic conclusion, where the true identity of the perpetrator will leave you astounded.

What could possibly go wrong when a hesitant fiancée takes up a summer hobby writing letters to her sister's Lonely Hearts Club penpals? Especially when the household help is inveigled into a contorted scheme to head off disaster . . . Enjoy this 1923 comedy. - Summary by Lynette Caulkins Cast List: Stage Directions: Marie Christian Winnie Bronson: Jenn Broda Margaret Bronson: Anna Maria Myra Green: Kendra Alice Carter: Christina Fu Olga Johnson: Lynette Caulkins Valentine Romaine: Rick Cordray Pete McGlinchey: Wayne Cooke Ed Roper: ToddHW Arthur Gray: redrun Reverend Mr. Darling: Jim Hedrick

He's a man burdened with guilt. She's an amoral assassin. Sometimes, paths crossing can be a good thing. Sometimes...

Prank-loving Bob Henderson is sent off to sea in hopes of becoming more responsible. But shipwreck, survival, and wild adventures make for anything but a calm voyage. Discover hundreds of ad-free audiobooks, soothing sounds for sleep and meditation, and more—unwind and learn at www.adfreebooks.com!

Follow the heartwarming and inspiring journey of "Daddy-Long-Legs." This podcast narrates Jean Webster’s beloved tale of an orphan girl and her mysterious benefactor, capturing the charm and spirit of the original story. Ideal for fans of classic literature, coming-of-age stories, and uplifting narratives.

Reading through The Dark Tower series by Stephen King in the most chaotic way we could think of. Many Constant Worlds is not a spoiler free journey. While we are not aiming to spoil any of The Dark Tower or other Stephen King novels, part of our approach to reading these books may require us to tap into our foggy but possibly accurate knowledge of other related things from King books, movies, and misc knowledge. If you wish to remain pure for your first journey without the corruption of our Constant analyzing we understand if you have to go without us but we hope you will join us another ...

Daddy-Long-Legs is a 1912 novel by an American writer Jean Webster, written in the form of letters. It follows the protagonist, a young girl named Jerusha “Judy” Abbott, through her college years. She writes the letters to her benefactor, a rich man whom she has never seen.View our full collection of podcasts at our website: https://www.solgoodmedia.com or YouTube channel: https://www.solgood.org/subscribe Check out our ad free subscription: http://www.adfreesounds.com for our Premium, 10 Hour SoundsThe best audiobooks - Our collection includes memoirs, fiction, non fiction, and more!...

InSpiris Audio Magazine is a podcast show about the nature of creativity, inspiration and imagination. From interviews with creative people and people who enjoy art in all its creative forms to narrated stories, InSpiris Audio Magazine will explore what it means to be creative.

A contest between two episodes of Star Trek using various categories to spark conversation.

Word Matters is a show for readers, writers, and anyone who's curious about the English language. Join Merriam-Webster editors as they challenge supposed grammar rules, reveal the surprising origins behind words, tackle common questions, and generally geek out about the beautiful nightmare that is our language.