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The hit Broadway play that spawned the musical of the same name! All the low-life, Jazz-Age characters are here, including Roxie Hart, the famous murderess and her lawyer, Billy Flynn. In addition to the musical, Chicago had three other film versions, including a silent movie in 1927. Based on the true story of Beulah Annan who killed her boyfriend in 1924.

Note: Due to the characters and subject matter, some of the language is crass and insulting. The character of Roxie uses the n-word one time.]]>enPerforming ArtsCopyright Audiobookshttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/add3dd83fcb4ddd41ef4b63551f4c7b3.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/show/chicago-by-maurine-watkins-1896-1969Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:07:47 +0000Maurine WatkinsAudiobooksadfreebooks@gmail.comThe hit Broadway play that spawned the musical of the same name! All the low-life, Jazz-Age characters are here, including Roxie Hart, the famous murderess and her lawyer, Billy Flynn. In addition to the musical, Chicago had three other film versions,...
The hit Broadway play that spawned the musical of the same name! All the low-life, Jazz-Age characters are here, including Roxie Hart, the famous murderess and her lawyer, Billy Flynn. In addition to the musical, Chicago had three other film versions, including a silent movie in 1927. Based on the true story of Beulah Annan who killed her boyfriend in 1924.

Note: Due to the characters and subject matter, some of the language is crass and insulting. The character of Roxie uses the n-word one time.]]>false9b51a47a-7b6e-5255-ad33-4dbaefaff08bepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/footnote-to-history-eight-years-of-trouble-in-samoa-robert-louis-stevenson--73353640https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73353640Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:00:38 +0000Maurine Watkins"Footnote to History: Eight Years of Trouble in Samoa" by Robert Louis Stevenson offers a vivid exploration of the tumultuous events that unfolded in Samoa during the late 19th century. Through Stevenson's keen observations, listeners can grasp the...25518falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/selected-poems-siegfried-sassoon--73351138https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73351138Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:00:32 +0000Maurine Watkins"Selected Poems-Siegfried Sassoon" showcases the poignant and powerful poetry of one of the 20th century's most significant war poets. 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This collection showcases the cunning and audacity of Captain Sharkey,...19401falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/selected-poems-of-john-drinkwater-john-drinkwater--73345009https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73345009Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:00:36 +0000Maurine Watkins"Selected Poems of John Drinkwater" presents a curated collection of the evocative and lyrical works of John Drinkwater, a poet whose verses capture the essence of human experience and emotion. This audiobook invites listeners to explore themes of...5528falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/black-house-in-harley-street-j-s-fletcher--73342984https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73342984Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:00:44 +0000Maurine Watkins"Black House in Harley Street" by J. S. Fletcher invites listeners into a world of intrigue and mystery set against the backdrop of a London street known for its secrets. The narrative weaves a tale that explores themes of trust, deception, and the...26280falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/john-dough-and-the-cherub-l-frank-baum--73341050https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73341050Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:00:39 +0000Maurine Watkins"John Dough and the Cherub" by L. Frank Baum invites listeners into a whimsical world filled with adventure and imagination. This enchanting tale centers around the curious journey of John Dough, a dough figure brought to life, and his delightful...16058falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/celestial-omnibus-and-other-stories-e-m-forster--73338974https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73338974Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:00:42 +0000Maurine Watkins"Celestial Omnibus, and Other Stories" by E. M. Forster invites listeners into a realm of thought-provoking narratives that explore the complexities of human experience and the interplay of dreams and reality. Forster's storytelling weaves together...16077falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/criminal-from-lost-honour-friedrich-schiller--73336865https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73336865Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:00:45 +0000Maurine Watkins"Criminal from Lost Honour" by Friedrich Schiller is a powerful exploration of morality, honor, and the human condition. This poignant tale delves into the struggles of individuals faced with societal expectations and personal integrity. Its themes of...3987falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/our-village-volume-1-mary-russell-mitford--73330112https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73330112Sat, 08 Aug 2026 09:00:52 +0000Maurine WatkinsOur Village, Volume 1 by Mary Russell Mitford invites listeners into a charming exploration of rural life, capturing the essence of a close-knit community through vivid observations and reflections. Mitford's keen eye for detail and her warm prose...35655falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/imperialism-and-world-politics-part-2-of-4-parker-thomas-moon--73328383https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73328383Fri, 07 Aug 2026 09:00:51 +0000Maurine Watkins"Imperialism and World Politics, Part 2 of 4" by Parker Thomas Moon delves into the intricate dynamics of imperialism and its profound impact on global politics. This work examines the historical context and the enduring effects of imperialistic...24037falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/this-finer-shadow-harlan-cozad-mcintosh--73326732https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73326732Thu, 06 Aug 2026 09:00:40 +0000Maurine Watkins"This Finer Shadow" by Harlan Cozad McIntosh invites listeners into a profound exploration of life's complexities and the nuances of human experience. The narrative delves into themes of introspection, resilience, and the shadows that shape our...32813falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/avalanche-gertrude-atherton--73325052https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73325052Wed, 05 Aug 2026 09:00:39 +0000Maurine WatkinsAvalanche by Gertrude Atherton is a powerful exploration of human resilience and the complexities of life’s challenges. Atherton’s narrative captures the essence of struggle and triumph, reflecting themes of perseverance that resonate deeply in...15263falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blythe-girls-helen-margy-and-rose-laura-lee-hope--73323156https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73323156Tue, 04 Aug 2026 09:00:38 +0000Maurine Watkins"Blythe Girls Helen, Margy and Rose" by Laura Lee Hope invites listeners into the charming world of the Blythe sisters, whose adventures and experiences reflect the timeless bonds of family and friendship. As they navigate life's challenges and joys,...16691falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sonnets-of-john-keats-john-keats--73321431https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73321431Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:00:35 +0000Maurine Watkins"Sonnets of John Keats" by John Keats is a collection of lyrical poetry that encapsulates the beauty of nature, love, and the human experience. Keats, known for his vivid imagery and emotional depth, invites listeners to immerse themselves in the...4245falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/number-seventeen-louis-tracy--73319578https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73319578Sun, 02 Aug 2026 09:00:31 +0000Maurine WatkinsNumber Seventeen by Louis Tracy invites listeners into a world of intrigue and suspense, where the unexpected twists of fate unfold in captivating ways. This gripping narrative explores themes of mystery and the human condition, making it a timeless...32738falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/stories-the-iroquois-tell-their-children-mabel-powers--73317526https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73317526Sat, 01 Aug 2026 15:23:11 +0000Maurine Watkins"Stories the Iroquois Tell Their Children" by Mabel Powers is a captivating collection that brings to life the rich oral traditions of the Iroquois people. Through engaging tales, the book imparts valuable lessons and cultural wisdom, making it a...10947falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/songs-of-love-and-life-zora-cross--73274494https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73274494Fri, 31 Jul 2026 09:00:34 +0000Maurine Watkins"Songs of Love and Life" by Zora Cross, first published in 1917, is a groundbreaking collection that challenges Victorian norms through its exploration of eroticism, anti-war sentiments, and feminist themes. This expanded edition features four...9717falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/boy-scout-and-other-stories-for-boys-richard-harding-davis--73253850https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73253850Thu, 30 Jul 2026 09:00:21 +0000Maurine Watkins"Boy Scout And Other Stories For Boys" by Richard Harding Davis is a captivating collection that speaks directly to the hearts and imaginations of young readers. Featuring timeless tales such as “The Boy Scout,” “The Boy Who Cried Wolf,” and the...17831falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/animals-of-the-past-frederic-lucas--73229988https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73229988Wed, 29 Jul 2026 09:00:25 +0000Maurine Watkins"Animals of the Past" by Frederic Lucas offers a fascinating exploration of vertebrate animals that have vanished from the Earth, as revealed through fossil records. Written in 1901, the book sheds light on the concept of extinction, which was not...21346falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/basis-of-morality-arthur-schopenhauer--73209832https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73209832Tue, 28 Jul 2026 09:00:33 +0000Maurine WatkinsArthur Schopenhauer's "Basis of Morality" is a profound exploration of the foundations of ethical thought, originally submitted in response to a challenge by the Danish Royal Society of Sciences. In this essay, Schopenhauer critically dismantles the...26346falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/case-of-the-pool-of-blood-in-the-pastor-s-study-auguste-groner--73190115https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73190115Mon, 27 Jul 2026 09:00:30 +0000Maurine Watkins"Case of the Pool of Blood in the Pastor's Study" by Auguste Groner follows police detective Joseph Muller as he journeys to a remote Hungarian village to uncover the truth behind the murder of a beloved pastor. This gripping tale delves into themes...7175falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tales-of-the-jazz-age-f-scott-fitzgerald--73175391https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73175391Sun, 26 Jul 2026 09:36:29 +0000Maurine Watkins"Tales of the Jazz Age" is a captivating collection of eleven short stories by F. Scott Fitzgerald, showcasing his signature exploration of the exuberance and excess of the 1920s. Divided into three parts based on subject matter, this anthology...31511falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/life-in-a-tank-richard-haigh--73047779https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73047779Thu, 23 Jul 2026 09:00:20 +0000Maurine Watkins"Life in a Tank" by Richard Haigh offers a gripping firsthand account of his experiences as an Infantry lieutenant in the 2nd Royal Berkshire Infantry Regiment during World War I. 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