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The characters navigate their relationships with wit and humor, reminding us of the timeless nature of community and camaraderie. As listeners immerse themselves in this spirited narrative, they will discover why Shakespeare's works continue to resonate, celebrating the complexities of human behavior and the lightheartedness that can be found even in the most chaotic situations.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73488191</guid><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 10:55:48 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73488191/merry_devil_of_edmonton_william_shakespeare.mp3" length="45182071" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Ronald Firbank</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Merry Devil of Edmonton" by William Shakespeare is a delightful exploration of mischief and merriment set in the vibrant town of Edmonton. 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Enid and Eric, newlyweds in name only, find themselves at a friends vacation home in Florence, where Eric and his friend Adrian venture off into the mountains. Left behind, the women entertain themselves with a colorful cast of characters, including the flamboyant Lord Orkish and his young companion Reggie—thinly veiled representations of Oscar Wilde and his lover, Lord Alfred Douglas. Among the group are the provocative Blanche Negress, author of “Lesbia, or Would he Understand?”, and Lady Rocktower, whose imaginative daughter Glyda navigates her own fanciful romantic escapades. 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Among the group are the provocative Blanche Negress, author of “Lesbia, or Would he Understand?”, and Lady Rocktower, whose imaginative daughter Glyda navigates her own fanciful romantic escapades. 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Among the group are the provocative Blanche Negress, author of “Lesbia, or Would he Understand?”, and Lady Rocktower, whose imaginative daughter Glyda navigates her own fanciful romantic escapades. 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