https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-romancersenPerforming Artspublic domainhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/a11092ab216c864587b076bbd4ec2adc.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/show/the-romancersMon, 24 Aug 2026 09:11:16 +0000Edmond RostandSol Good Networksolgoodmedia44@gmail.comBy the author of Cyrano de Bergerac, this comic-romance formed the basis for the long-running 1960's musical "The Fantasticks".false9633d597-9a74-54c0-b93f-b6f2eacac31depisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/carpenter-s-world-travels-france-to-scandinavia-frank-g-carpenter--74260585https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74260585Mon, 07 Sep 2026 09:00:50 +0000Edmond Rostand"Carpenter's World Travels France to Scandinavia" by Frank G Carpenter invites listeners on a captivating journey through the vibrant landscapes of France, Belgium, Holland, Denmark, Norway, and Sweden, offering a unique glimpse into Europe nearly 100...25926falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/around-the-world-with-the-children-frank-g-carpenter--73831103https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73831103Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:01:01 +0000Edmond Rostand"Around the World with the Children" by Frank G. Carpenter serves as an engaging introduction to world geography, making it accessible for both young listeners and adults. Covering diverse topics such as China, Japan, the American Indian, Europe, and...10390falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ethelred-preston-or-the-adventures-of-a-newcomer-francis-j-finn-sj--73848312https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73848312Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:01:18 +0000Edmond Rostand"Ethelred Preston or The Adventures of a Newcomer" by Francis J Finn SJ tells the whimsical tale of Ethelred, a young man who, on his way to college, swaps identities with a peddler named Packy Jarloe. This clever switch leads to a series of humorous...17759falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-romancers-edmond-tostand--74505981https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74505981Sat, 22 Aug 2026 10:00:07 +0000Edmond Rostand"The Romancers" by Edmond Tostand invites listeners into a world where love and illusion intertwine, exploring the timeless themes of romance and the idealization of relationships. This engaging work delves into the complexities of love, highlighting...3894falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/conscious-lovers-richard-steele--73797700https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73797700Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:00:59 +0000Edmond Rostand"Conscious Lovers" by Richard Steele is a comedy that explores themes of honor, love, and the complexities of relationships in the early 18th century. The play features characters grappling with unprovoked wrongs and the moral dilemmas of maintaining...10461falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/breaking-winnie-a-comedy-in-three-acts-carl-webster-pierce--73772177https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73772177Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:01:03 +0000Edmond Rostand"Breaking Winnie: A Comedy in Three Acts" by Carl Webster Pierce invites listeners into a delightful escapade where a hesitant fiancée embarks on a summer project of writing letters to her sister's Lonely Hearts Club penpals. As the plot unfolds, the...6958falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/coffee-break-collection-026-it-s-a-small-world-various--73747370https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73747370Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:01:09 +0000Edmond RostandThe "Coffee Break Collection 026 - It's a Small World" brings together a delightful array of short readings, all under fifteen minutes, that explore the theme of smallness in various interpretations. From whimsical tales like "Jack and the Beanstalk"...6656falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/heart-of-a-dog-albert-payson-terhune--73695288https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73695288Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:00:54 +0000Edmond Rostand"Heart of a Dog" by Albert Payson Terhune explores the profound bond between humans and dogs, delving into the contrasting natures of these beloved companions. The narrative invites listeners to reflect on the duality of dogs as both gentle, loving...23929falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bird-world-a-bird-book-for-children-jenny-h-stickney--73677201https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73677201Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:01:20 +0000Edmond Rostand"Bird World: A Bird Book for Children" by Jenny H Stickney is an engaging guide that introduces young listeners to the fascinating world of New England birds. Through vivid descriptions of their characteristics, habitats, and songs, children will...15680falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/courtship-of-susan-bell-anthony-trollope--73657832https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73657832Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:01:17 +0000Edmond Rostand"Courtship of Susan Bell" by Anthony Trollope explores the life of Susan, who navigates her existence in a boarding house alongside her overbearing sister and timid mother. The arrival of an unexpected guest at their door sets the stage for a tale of...4139falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/experiments-and-observations-on-different-kinds-of-air-joseph-priestley--73640397https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73640397Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:01:10 +0000Edmond Rostand"Experiments and Observations on Different Kinds of Air" by Joseph Priestley delves into groundbreaking experiments with gases, exploring their properties and interactions in a way that laid the foundation for modern chemistry. Priestley meticulously...29120falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/heart-of-darkness-joseph-conrad--73613770https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73613770Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:01:35 +0000Edmond Rostand"Heart of Darkness" by Joseph Conrad delves into the harrowing journey of Marlow, a ship’s captain tasked with retrieving the enigmatic Kurtz during a time of oppressive colonization in Africa. This powerful narrative explores the thin veneer...16602falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/come-out-of-the-kitchen-alice-duer-miller--73588231https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73588231Fri, 14 Aug 2026 09:01:25 +0000Edmond Rostand"Come Out of the Kitchen" by Alice Duer Miller presents a charming tale centered around a man who rents a house for the season, only to find himself entangled in a series of amusing predicaments with his staff, particularly the captivating cook. This...16778falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/carpenter-s-world-travels-from-tangier-to-tripoli-frank-g-carpenter--73565319https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73565319Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:01:20 +0000Edmond Rostand"Carpenter's World Travels From Tangier to Tripoli" by Frank G Carpenter is a captivating account of his journeys through Algeria, Tunisia, Tripoli, and the vast Sahara Desert. Through vivid storytelling, Carpenter shares insights into the diverse...28191falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/booklover-and-his-books-henry-lyman-koopman--73538304https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73538304Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:01:23 +0000Edmond Rostand"Booklover and His Books" by Henry Lyman Koopman is a delightful collection of essays that explores various facets of the literary world through the eyes of a passionate bibliophile. Written during his tenure as head librarian at Brown University,...20078falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/base-ball-how-to-become-a-player-john-montgomery-ward--73511563https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73511563Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:01:28 +0000Edmond RostandBase-Ball: How to Become a Player offers a concise history of baseball, detailing the rules and positions essential to the game. This audiobook serves not only as an informative guide for aspiring players but also as a celebration of a sport that has...12433falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/conversations-on-the-plurality-of-worlds-bernard-le-bovier-de-fontenelle--73484273https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73484273Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:01:19 +0000Edmond Rostand"Conversations on the Plurality of Worlds" by Bernard Le Bovier de Fontenelle is a captivating exploration of the heliocentric model of our solar system, presented through engaging dialogues between a philosopher and a countess as they stroll through...13385falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cathedral-courtship-kate-douglas-wiggin--73457659https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73457659Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:01:26 +0000Edmond Rostand"Cathedral Courtship" by Kate Douglas Wiggin is a charming romantic comedy that follows a pretty young American girl on a tour of English cathedrals with her aristocratic aunt. As the story unfolds, we witness the classic tale of boy meets girl, a...5474falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/death-comes-for-the-archbishop-willa-cather--73431639https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73431639Sat, 08 Aug 2026 09:01:21 +0000Edmond RostandWilla Cather's "Death Comes for the Archbishop" is a poignant historical novel that transports listeners to mid-19th century New Mexico, following the life of the first Catholic bishop in the territory. As he navigates his vast and largely uncharted...29467falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/exploits-and-triumphs-in-europe-of-paul-morphy-the-chess-champion-frederick-milnes-edge--73410697https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73410697Fri, 07 Aug 2026 09:01:40 +0000Edmond Rostand"Exploits and Triumphs in Europe of Paul Morphy the Chess Champion" chronicles the remarkable journey of Paul Morphy, a chess prodigy from New Orleans who rose to prominence in the mid-19th century. The book details his ambitious trip to Europe, where...20305falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/all-for-love-or-the-world-well-lost-john-dryden--73387837https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73387837Thu, 06 Aug 2026 09:01:09 +0000Edmond RostandAll for Love is John Dryden's masterful tragedy that reimagines the poignant love story of Roman general Marc Antony and the enchanting Cleopatra, culminating in their tragic double-suicide. Set against the backdrop of their final days in Alexandria,...9859falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/broken-hearts-w-s-gilbert--73363767https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73363767Wed, 05 Aug 2026 09:00:55 +0000Edmond Rostand"Broken Hearts" by W S Gilbert transports listeners to The Island of Broken Hearts, where a group of maidens, each mourning lost loves, vows never to love again. Prince Florian of Spain arrives to challenge their resolve, and through the interplay of...5371falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/family-of-love-lording-barry-thomas-dekker-thomas-middleton--73343085https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73343085Tue, 04 Aug 2026 09:00:49 +0000Edmond Rostand"Family of Love" is an early Jacobean city comedy that satirizes the sexual lasciviousness of the Familists, a 16th-century religious sect. At its heart, the play follows Maria, who is in love with Gerardine, while her uncle, Glister the physician,...9470falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/courtship-of-susan-bell-anthony-trollope--73333903https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73333903Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:00:48 +0000Edmond Rostand"Courtship of Susan Bell" by Anthony Trollope explores the life of Susan, who navigates her existence in a boarding house alongside her overbearing sister and timid mother. The arrival of an unexpected guest at their door sets the stage for a tale of...4139falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/gambler-s-world-the-yillian-way-keith-laumer--73326683https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73326683Sun, 02 Aug 2026 09:00:43 +0000Edmond Rostand"Gambler's World The Yillian Way" by Keith Laumer features the unconventional Terrestrial Diplomat, Retief, whose unorthodox methods and sharp wit often turn diplomatic chaos into success. In these two stories, Retief navigates intergalactic...5754falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/christmas-comes-but-once-a-year-john-leighton--73311608https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73311608Sat, 01 Aug 2026 11:25:07 +0000Edmond Rostand"Christmas Comes but Once a Year" by John Leighton presents a humorous look at the ghastly family dynamics of John Brown and Captain Bonaventure de Camp, alongside the unfortunate Soavo Spohf, an organist whose musical talent is overshadowed by his...11375falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cold-heart-wilhelm-hauff--73298934https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73298934Sat, 01 Aug 2026 01:12:58 +0000Edmond Rostand"Cold Heart" by Wilhelm Hauff tells the story of Peter Munk, a poor charcoal burner who, in his dissatisfaction with life, summons an ancient spirit to grant him three wishes. However, his newfound wealth is fleeting, leading him to make a dire pact...6148falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/from-passion-to-peace-james-allen--73268227https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73268227Fri, 31 Jul 2026 00:55:12 +0000Edmond Rostand"From Passion to Peace" by James Allen explores the duality of human existence through its three parts: Passion, Aspiration, and Temptation, which depict the struggles of common life filled with emotion and tragedy. Transitioning into the Divine Life,...3824falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cynthia-s-revels-or-the-fountain-of-self-love-ben-jonson--73249193https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73249193Thu, 30 Jul 2026 01:52:24 +0000Edmond Rostand"Cynthia's Revels or The Fountain of Self-Love" is a complex and elaborate play by Ben Jonson that satirizes the nature of self-obsession and the follies of society. Set in a world where personal satire reigns supreme, the dialogue is filled with wit...15268falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/essay-on-the-slavery-and-commerce-of-the-human-species-particularly-the-african-thomas-clarkson--73225716https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73225716Wed, 29 Jul 2026 02:03:57 +0000Edmond RostandThomas Clarkson's "Essay on the Slavery and Commerce of the Human Species Particularly the African" is a pivotal work that delves into the commercial dimensions of the slave trade, structured into three insightful sections: The History of Slavery, The...18518falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/for-every-music-lover-aubertine-woodward-moore--72771394https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72771394Tue, 28 Jul 2026 09:00:24 +0000Edmond Rostand"For Every Music Lover" by Aubertine Woodward Moore is a compelling collection of essays that delves into various aspects of music, from appreciation and education to the origins of sound itself. This diverse exploration ensures that there is...17167falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cricket-on-the-hearth-charles-dickens--73204536https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73204536Tue, 28 Jul 2026 02:36:10 +0000Edmond Rostand"Cricket on the Hearth" by Charles Dickens tells the heartwarming story of John Peerybingle, his young wife Dot, and their family, who are watched over by a chirping cricket that serves as a guardian angel. As John's suspicions about Dot's fidelity...12122falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/farewell-love-a-novel-matilde-serao--73186899https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73186899Mon, 27 Jul 2026 03:25:10 +0000Edmond Rostand"Farewell Love: A Novel" by Matilde Serao tells the poignant story of Anna Acquaviva, a passionate woman who defies societal norms by choosing to elope with her lover after her guardian, Cesare Dias, denies his consent to their marriage. As Anna...29597falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/all-for-love-or-the-world-well-lost-john-dryden--73114090https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73114090Sun, 26 Jul 2026 09:00:21 +0000Edmond RostandAll for Love, regarded as John Dryden's finest work, presents a poignant retelling of the tragic love story between Roman general Marc Antony and the Egyptian queen Cleopatra, culminating in their heartbreaking double-suicide. Unlike Shakespeare's...9859falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cosmic-courtship-julian-hawthorne--73171552https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73171552Sun, 26 Jul 2026 01:59:44 +0000Edmond Rostand"Cosmic Courtship" by Julian Hawthorne invites listeners on a thrilling celestial adventure as Mary Faust, a brilliant scientist, creates a machine that allows the conscious human soul to explore the cosmos. When her promising assistant, Miriam Mayne,...26855falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/come-and-welcome-to-jesus-christ-john-bunyan--73114056https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73114056Sat, 25 Jul 2026 09:00:29 +0000Edmond Rostand"Come and Welcome to Jesus Christ" by John Bunyan is a compelling exploration of the Gospel Invitation, offering a full and free promise of pardon and salvation to all who seek it. Bunyan addresses common objections and difficulties that sinners often...26110falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/despairing-lover-william-walsh--72771379https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72771379Sat, 25 Jul 2026 09:00:25 +0000Edmond Rostand"Despairing Lover" by William Walsh invites listeners into the poignant world of unfulfilled longing and the complexities of love. As an English poet and critic, Walsh’s reflections resonate with timeless themes of aspiration and the pursuit of...2029falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/essentials-of-spirituality-felix-adler--73114009https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73114009Fri, 24 Jul 2026 09:00:34 +0000Edmond Rostand"Essentials of Spirituality" by Felix Adler presents four insightful addresses that explore spirituality through the lens of Ethical Culture, a movement founded by Adler himself. He emphasizes that spirituality is fundamentally tied to morality and...6681falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/across-mongolian-plains-a-naturalist-s-account-of-china-s-great-northwest-roy-chapman-andrews--73114004https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73114004Thu, 23 Jul 2026 09:00:37 +0000Edmond Rostand"Across Mongolian Plains" is a captivating account of Roy Chapman Andrews' 1918 expedition to Northern China, where he explores the vast and rugged landscapes of the region. As a renowned adventurer and paleontologist, Andrews shares his journey in a...28414falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/experiments-and-observations-on-different-kinds-of-air-joseph-priestley--73113994https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73113994Wed, 22 Jul 2026 20:24:12 +0000Edmond Rostand"Experiments and Observations on Different Kinds of Air" by Joseph Priestley delves into the fascinating world of gases through meticulous experiments and observations. Priestley explores the properties of various gases, measuring their volumes and...29120falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/children-s-tabernacle-or-hand-work-and-heart-work-charlotte-maria-tucker-a-l-o-e--72771375https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72771375Tue, 21 Jul 2026 09:00:24 +0000Edmond Rostand"Children's Tabernacle Or Hand Work and Heart Work" by Charlotte Maria Tucker A L O E invites listeners into the imaginative world of five children and their mother as they embark on the creative journey of building a model of the tabernacle. Through...11678falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/wired-love-a-romance-of-dots-and-dashes-ella-cheever-thayer--72771364https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72771364Sat, 18 Jul 2026 09:00:23 +0000Edmond Rostand"Wired Love: A Romance of Dots and Dashes" by Ella Cheever Thayer invites listeners into a whimsical world where a telegraph operator encounters a mysterious stranger through the wires of communication. This charming romantic comedy features a cast of...18345falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/four-phases-of-love-paul-heyse--72771350https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72771350Tue, 14 Jul 2026 09:00:20 +0000Edmond Rostand"Four Phases of Love" by Paul Heyse is a collection of four short stories that delve into the complexities of love and relationships, showcasing the author’s lyrical prowess and deep understanding of human emotions. The stories—Eye-Blindness and...18908falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/heart-of-hyacinth-onoto-watanna--72771331https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72771331Sat, 11 Jul 2026 09:00:20 +0000Edmond Rostand"Heart of Hyacinth" by Onoto Watanna tells the poignant story of a young white woman who dies abandoned in rural Japan, leaving her baby to be raised by a Japanese woman. As the child grows, she identifies solely as Japanese, but as necessity arises,...13446falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/confessions-of-a-book-lover-e-walter-walters--72771322https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72771322Tue, 07 Jul 2026 09:00:28 +0000Edmond Rostand"Confessions of a Book-Lover" by E. Walter Walters is a heartfelt exploration of the joy of reading, where the author shares his passion for discovering hidden literary gems in discount bookstores. Through the lens of "book fishing," Walters artfully...7490falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dozen-ways-of-love-lily-dougall--72771312https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72771312Sat, 04 Jul 2026 09:00:19 +0000Edmond Rostand"Dozen Ways of Love" by Lily Dougall is a captivating collection of romantic short stories, each exploring the myriad facets of love. These tales resonate with timeless themes of passion, connection, and the complexities of human relationships, making...29147falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/breaking-winnie-a-comedy-in-three-acts-carl-webster-pierce--72771274https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72771274Wed, 01 Jul 2026 13:59:44 +0000Edmond Rostand"Breaking Winnie: A Comedy in Three Acts" by Carl Webster Pierce invites listeners into a delightful escapade where a hesitant fiancée embarks on a summer project of writing letters to her sister's Lonely Hearts Club penpals. As the plot unfolds, the...6958falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/romancers-edmond-rostand--72771265https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72771265Wed, 01 Jul 2026 13:58:58 +0000Edmond Rostand"Romancers" by Edmond Rostand is a delightful comic-romance that explores the complexities of love and the art of courtship, themes that remain timeless and relevant today. This enchanting play, which inspired the beloved musical "The Fantasticks,"...4015falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/act-3-the-romancers-edmond-rostand--51871638https://www.solgoodmedia.com
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