https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beautiful-stories-from-shakespeare-by-e-nesbit-1858-1924--6502074enArtsCopyright The Podcast Networkhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/ed0d7ff9998516f6ad95545e8abd9e39.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beautiful-stories-from-shakespeare-by-e-nesbit-1858-1924--6502074Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:05:33 +0000E. NesbitThe Podcast Networkthepodcastnetwork0@gmail.comEdith Nesbit, the author of Beautiful Stories from Shakespeare, felt passionately that young children should enjoy Shakespeare's great works. She set about to retell his plays in a language that children would not only understand, but delight in. This...false8da7b47d-8395-55dc-bdf2-5ee055a4d144episodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/selected-poems-of-john-drinkwater-john-drinkwater--73371729https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73371729Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:00:29 +0000E. NesbitSelected Poems of John Drinkwater showcases the lyrical and evocative poetry of its namesake author, capturing the essence of human experience through a range of themes. Drinkwater's work reflects a deep appreciation for nature, love, and the...5528falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mother-s-nursery-tales-katharine-pyle--73368030https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73368030Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:00:31 +0000E. Nesbit"Mother’s Nursery Tales" by Katharine Pyle is a charming collection of timeless tales that enchant listeners with their whimsical narratives and moral lessons. Pyle's storytelling captures the essence of childhood wonder, making it a delightful...23777falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/1-venus-and-adonis--73364635https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73364635Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:00:20 +0000E. Nesbit"1" by Venus and Adonis is a captivating exploration of love and desire, showcasing the timeless themes of passion and beauty that resonate throughout Shakespeare's work. This narrative delves into the complexities of romantic attraction and the...4115falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beautiful-stories-from-shakespeare-e-nesbit--74497039https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74497039Sat, 22 Aug 2026 04:00:10 +0000E. Nesbit"Beautiful Stories from Shakespeare" by E. Nesbit is a delightful retelling of Shakespeare's timeless plays, crafted specifically for young audiences. Nesbit's passion for making Shakespeare accessible and enjoyable shines through as she transforms...18144falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lotta-schmidt-and-other-stories-anthony-trollope--73361352https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73361352Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:00:23 +0000E. Nesbit"Lotta Schmidt and Other Stories" by Anthony Trollope presents a collection of tales that delve into the complexities of human relationships and societal norms. Trollope's keen observations and rich characterizations bring to life the struggles and...26690falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/life-and-writings-of-addison-thomas-babington-macaulay--73358398https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73358398Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:00:26 +0000E. Nesbit"Life and Writings of Addison-Thomas Babington Macaulay" offers a compelling exploration of one of the most influential figures in British history. Macaulay, a renowned historian and essayist, shaped the landscape of political thought and literary...12298falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ingersoll-on-robert-burns-from-the-works-of-robert-g-ingersoll-volume-3-lecture-2-robert-g-ingersoll--73355140https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73355140Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:00:22 +0000E. NesbitIngersoll on ROBERT BURNS is a compelling lecture from the esteemed orator Robert G. Ingersoll, featured in Volume 3 of his works. This thought-provoking piece delves into the life and legacy of the beloved Scottish poet Robert Burns, celebrating his...4264falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brittain-s-ida--73351539https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73351539Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:00:28 +0000E. Nesbit"Brittain's Ida" is a compelling narrative that delves into themes of identity, resilience, and the complexities of human relationships. This timeless story explores the struggles and triumphs of its characters, reflecting the enduring nature of...1946falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/grim-tales-e-nesbit--73348374https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73348374Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:00:30 +0000E. Nesbit"Grim Tales" by E. Nesbit invites listeners into a world of enchanting and often eerie stories that explore the darker side of human nature and the complexities of life. With a masterful blend of whimsy and moral lessons, Nesbit's tales resonate with...9295falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/man-and-nature-on-the-broads-arthur-henry-patterson--73345500https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73345500Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:00:23 +0000E. Nesbit"Man and Nature on the Broads" by Arthur Henry Patterson invites listeners to explore the intricate relationship between humanity and the natural world, particularly in the enchanting landscape of the Broads. This timeless work delves into the beauty...23495falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/venus-and-adonis--73342648https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73342648Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:00:32 +0000E. Nesbit"Venus and Adonis" is a captivating narrative that explores the themes of love, desire, and the complexities of attraction through the lens of the goddess Venus and her infatuation with the beautiful youth Adonis. This timeless poem delves into the...4025falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/taming-of-the-shrew-william-shakespeare--73339823https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73339823Fri, 14 Aug 2026 09:00:33 +0000E. NesbitTaming of the Shrew by William Shakespeare is a vibrant exploration of the battle of the sexes, where the spirited Katherina and her suitor Petruchio engage in a lively contest of wills. This timeless comedy delves into themes of transformation, power...8788falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/merry-wives-of-windsor-version-2-william-shakespeare--73331635https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73331635Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:00:26 +0000E. NesbitMerry Wives of Windsor (version 2) by William Shakespeare is a delightful comedy that explores themes of love, deception, and the complexities of marriage through the humorous antics of its characters. This play showcases the cleverness of the titular...10334falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/borough-george-crabbe--73329267https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73329267Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:00:28 +0000E. NesbitBorough by George Crabbe is a compelling exploration of life in a small coastal town, capturing the essence of human experience through vivid storytelling and rich imagery. This work delves into the complexities of community, morality, and the...30893falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rainbow-and-the-rose-e-nesbit--73326793https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73326793Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:00:28 +0000E. NesbitRainbow and the Rose by E. Nesbit is a captivating tale that explores the interplay of beauty and emotion in a world filled with wonder. This enchanting story invites listeners to reflect on the timeless themes of love, hope, and the pursuit of...8114falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beautiful-stories-from-shakespeare-e-nesbit--73324224https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73324224Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:00:31 +0000E. Nesbit"Beautiful Stories from Shakespeare" by E. Nesbit offers a delightful retelling of the Bard's timeless works, making them accessible and engaging for readers of all ages. Nesbit's enchanting prose captures the essence of Shakespeare's plays, bringing...18144falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/backwater-pilgrimage-vol-2-dorothy-richardson--73321754https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73321754Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:00:33 +0000E. Nesbit"Backwater (Pilgrimage, Vol. 2)" by Dorothy Richardson continues the exploration of the inner lives of its characters, delving into themes of consciousness and perception. This volume captures the nuances of human experience, reflecting on the...19664falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/otherworld-cadences-f-s-flint--73319070https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73319070Sat, 08 Aug 2026 09:00:34 +0000E. Nesbit"Otherworld Cadences" by F. S. Flint invites listeners into a realm where imagination and reality intertwine, exploring the depths of human experience through poetic expression. This audiobook captures the essence of timeless themes such as the search...5373falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aesop-s-fables-a-new-revised-edition-aesop--73316228https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73316228Fri, 07 Aug 2026 09:00:43 +0000E. NesbitAesop's Fables A New Revised Edition by Aesop presents a timeless collection of moral tales that have captivated audiences for centuries. Each fable imparts valuable lessons through simple yet profound narratives, often featuring animals that embody...12453falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/poems-1686-anne-killigrew--73313749https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73313749Thu, 06 Aug 2026 09:00:29 +0000E. Nesbit"Poems (1686)" by Anne Killigrew showcases the poetic talent of a remarkable 17th-century writer, whose work reflects the intricate interplay of faith, nature, and human experience. Killigrew's verses invite listeners into a world where emotion and...6591falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/love-s-labour-s-lost-version-2-william-shakespeare--73311664https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73311664Wed, 05 Aug 2026 09:00:28 +0000E. NesbitLove's Labour's Lost (version 2) by William Shakespeare is a delightful exploration of love, wit, and the folly of human ambition. Set against the backdrop of a royal court, it delves into the complexities of courtship and the often humorous...10033falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/our-journey-to-sinai-agnes-von-blomberg-bensly--73309462https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73309462Tue, 04 Aug 2026 09:00:20 +0000E. Nesbit"Our Journey to Sinai" by Agnes von Blomberg Bensly invites listeners to embark on a profound spiritual quest, exploring themes of faith and discovery. This evocative narrative delves into the transformative power of pilgrimage, encouraging reflection...16921falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blue-castle-version-2-lucy-maud-montgomery--73307445https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73307445Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:00:29 +0000E. Nesbit"Blue Castle (Version 2)" by Lucy Maud Montgomery is a captivating tale that explores themes of self-discovery and the pursuit of happiness. The story invites listeners to reflect on the importance of following one's dreams and the transformative...28383falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/snow-queen-and-other-stories-hans-christian-andersen--73305421https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73305421Sun, 02 Aug 2026 09:00:24 +0000E. Nesbit"Snow Queen and Other Stories" by Hans Christian Andersen invites listeners into a world of enchanting tales that explore the depths of human emotion and the triumph of love over adversity. Andersen's masterful storytelling captivates audiences with...8678falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/armand-or-the-peer-and-the-peasant-anna-cora-mowatt-ritchie--73303068https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73303068Sat, 01 Aug 2026 09:00:38 +0000E. Nesbit"Armand; or The Peer and The Peasant" by Anna Cora Mowatt Ritchie explores the contrasts between social classes and the enduring human spirit. This compelling narrative delves into themes of identity, societal roles, and the quest for understanding...6823falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/five-children-and-it-dramatic-reading-e-nesbit--73300994https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73300994Sat, 01 Aug 2026 03:36:22 +0000E. NesbitFive Children and It (Dramatic Reading) by E. Nesbit invites listeners into a whimsical adventure where five siblings discover a magical creature that grants them wishes. This enchanting tale explores themes of childhood curiosity, the consequences of...17993falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/life-s-little-ironies-a-set-of-tales-with-some-colloquial-sketches-entitled-a-few-crusted-characters-thomas-hardy--73280764https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73280764Fri, 31 Jul 2026 11:50:29 +0000E. Nesbit"Life's Little Ironies" is a collection of eighteen short stories by the esteemed author Thomas Hardy, showcasing his remarkable storytelling prowess. Each tale weaves together themes of irony and the complexities of human nature, revealing the often...30204falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/enchanted-castle-e-nesbit--73257706https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73257706Thu, 30 Jul 2026 12:38:22 +0000E. NesbitThree children, left at school during the holidays, embark on a quest for adventure and stumble upon a seemingly enchanted castle. What begins as a fairy tale unfolds into a delightful journey filled with unexpected twists, including a magic ring that...30819falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/love-and-intrigue-friedrich-schiller--73235244https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73235244Wed, 29 Jul 2026 12:53:54 +0000E. Nesbit"Love and Intrigue" by Friedrich Schiller explores the passionate yet tumultuous romance between Ferdinand, the son of a powerful noble, and Luise Miller, the daughter of a humble musician. As they navigate the pressures of societal expectations and...13571falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/phoenix-and-the-carpet-e-nesbit--73214152https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73214152Tue, 28 Jul 2026 13:04:17 +0000E. Nesbit"The Phoenix and the Carpet" is a delightful fantasy novel for children by E. Nesbit, following the adventures of Cyril, Anthea, Robert, Jane, and the Lamb as they discover a magical carpet that grants them three wishes a day. After their mother...23832falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/these-little-ones-e-nesbit--73192925https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73192925Mon, 27 Jul 2026 13:52:11 +0000E. NesbitThese Little Ones by E. Nesbit is a poignant collection of short stories that delves into the lives of children facing adversity. Drawing inspiration from the biblical verse Matthew 18:6, the stories explore themes of innocence, vulnerability, and the...13370falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/arcadian-adventures-with-the-idle-rich-stephen-leacock--73177409https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73177409Sun, 26 Jul 2026 14:42:16 +0000E. Nesbit"Arcadian Adventures with the Idle Rich" by Stephen Leacock is a humorous exploration of the lives of the upper crust in a major American metropolis, serving as a follow-up to his beloved "Sunshine Sketches of a Little Town." Through a series of...24414falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/asgard-stories-tales-from-norse-mythology-mabel-h-cummings-mary-h-foster--73076983https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73076983Sat, 25 Jul 2026 09:00:21 +0000E. Nesbit"Asgard Stories - Tales from Norse Mythology" by Mabel H. Cummings and Mary H. Foster invites listeners into the rich tapestry of Norse myths, crafted from years of storytelling experience for children. This collection captures the essence of a...9247falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/life-of-richard-nash-esq-late-master-of-the-ceremonies-at-bath-peter-cunningham-oliver-goldsmith--73076974https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73076974Fri, 24 Jul 2026 09:00:24 +0000E. Nesbit"Life of Richard Nash Esq Late Master of the Ceremonies at Bath" by Peter Cunningham Oliver Goldsmith offers a fascinating glimpse into the life of Beau Nash, a prominent figure in 18th-century Britain known for his flair and influence as the Master...17006falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/1912-short-works-collection-various--73076957https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73076957Thu, 23 Jul 2026 09:00:23 +0000E. NesbitThe "1912 Short Works Collection" is a diverse anthology featuring public domain works published or written in 1912, encompassing a range of genres including non-fiction, short stories, poems, and one-act plays. This collection offers a glimpse into...20569falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/workhouse-characters-margaret-nevinson--73076938https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73076938Wed, 22 Jul 2026 09:00:26 +0000E. Nesbit"Workhouse Characters" by Margaret Nevinson offers a poignant collection of short stories that illuminate the grim realities faced by women in the early 20th century workhouse system. Drawing from her experiences as a suffragette and guardian,...14929falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/meadow-sprite-and-other-tales-of-modern-germany-rudolf-baumbach-richard-von-volkmann--73076927https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73076927Tue, 21 Jul 2026 09:00:33 +0000E. Nesbit"Meadow Sprite and Other Tales of Modern Germany" is a delightful collection of eleven original tales curated by Gertrude Schottenfels, featuring the enchanting works of 19th-century authors Richard von Volkmann and Rudolf Baumbach. These stories,...9142falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beautiful-stories-from-shakespeare-e-nesbit--73076918https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73076918Mon, 20 Jul 2026 22:54:17 +0000E. Nesbit"Beautiful Stories from Shakespeare" by E Nesbit is a delightful retelling of Shakespeare's plays, crafted specifically for young listeners. Nesbit passionately believed that children should not only understand but also enjoy the timeless works of...18144falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-comedy-of-errors--64013320https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64013320Wed, 29 Jan 2025 21:22:03 +0000E. Nesbit938false13fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/measure-for-measure--64013319https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64013319Wed, 29 Jan 2025 21:22:03 +0000E. Nesbit1093false18fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/two-gentlemen-of-verona--64013318https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64013318Wed, 29 Jan 2025 21:22:03 +0000E. 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Nesbit1178false7fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/twelfth-night--64013311https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64013311Wed, 29 Jan 2025 21:22:03 +0000E. Nesbit840false6fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/othello--64013310https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64013310Wed, 29 Jan 2025 21:22:03 +0000E. Nesbit1279false16fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-winter-s-tale--64013309https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64013309Wed, 29 Jan 2025 21:22:03 +0000E. Nesbit737false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-taming-of-the-shrew--64013308https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64013308Wed, 29 Jan 2025 21:22:03 +0000E. Nesbit718false17fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cymbeline--64013307https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64013307Wed, 29 Jan 2025 21:22:03 +0000E. Nesbit705false11fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/king-lear--64013306https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64013306Wed, 29 Jan 2025 21:22:03 +0000E. 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