https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/captives--6887662enFictionCopyright 19th and 20th Century Fictionhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/abe29edf21bd1eca05f7e943d5e6c0e2.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/captives--6887662Tue, 25 Aug 2026 09:27:27 +0000Hugh Walpole19th and 20th Century Fictionspreaker28@adfreesounds.comDive into the poignant tale of alienation and entrapment as experienced by a young woman whose seemingly ordinary life is abruptly upended. Journey with her through a maze of restrictive social circles and unfulfilled romantic dreams, all while...false334be5e5-e55f-5f3c-9fb4-9c7d0cb90207episodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/thunderbolt-arthur-wing-pinero--74443862https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74443862Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:05:31 +0000Hugh Walpole"Thunderbolt" by Arthur Wing Pinero is a compelling exploration of human emotions and societal expectations. This powerful work delves into themes of love, ambition, and the quest for personal fulfillment, making it a timeless reflection on the...14947falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/don-caesar-de-bazan-adolphe-d-ennery-dumanoir--74394834https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74394834Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:05:14 +0000Hugh Walpole"Don Caesar de Bazan" by Adolphe d'Ennery and Dumanoir is a timeless tale that explores themes of love, honor, and redemption. Set against a backdrop of adventure and intrigue, it follows the journey of a nobleman who faces the trials of fate and the...5747falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/captain-jinks-of-the-horse-marines-clyde-fitch--74318341https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74318341Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:04:49 +0000Hugh Walpole"Captain Jinks of the Horse Marines" by Clyde Fitch invites listeners into a world of military bravado and personal ambition. This story captures the essence of leadership and camaraderie, exploring the dynamics of duty and honor within a unique...12255falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/author-s-farce-henry-fielding--74271899https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74271899Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:06:25 +0000Hugh Walpole"Author's Farce" by Henry Fielding is a sharp and witty exploration of the theatrical world, showcasing the absurdities and complexities of authorship and performance. Fielding's keen observations on the nature of art and the struggles of creators...8371falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/one-act-play-collection-009-various--74157544https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74157544Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:07:01 +0000Hugh WalpoleOne-Act Play Collection 009-Various presents a captivating array of theatrical shorts that explore the intricacies of human experience in a concise format. Each play delves into universal themes of connection, conflict, and resolution, making it a...15147falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/recruiting-officer-george-farquhar--74107161https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74107161Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:06:36 +0000Hugh Walpole"Recruiting Officer" by George Farquhar is a lively and engaging exploration of military recruitment and the complexities of love and deception. Set against the backdrop of the 18th-century British Army, the play delves into themes of ambition,...7954falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/his-house-in-order-arthur-wing-pinero--74060402https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74060402Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:07:06 +0000Hugh Walpole"His House in Order" by Arthur Wing Pinero is a compelling exploration of the complexities of human relationships and the struggles of maintaining order in one's life. The themes of responsibility, the quest for stability, and the impact of personal...14098falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/eunuchus-the-eunuch-terence--74010532https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74010532Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:07:20 +0000Hugh Walpole"Eunuchus The Eunuch-Terence" explores themes of desire, identity, and the complexities of human relationships through the lens of a eunuch's experiences. This timeless work delves into the nuances of love and societal roles, making it a profound...7058falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/truculentus-the-churl-titus-maccius-plautus--73958711https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73958711Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:06:54 +0000Hugh Walpole"Truculentus; The Churl" by Titus Maccius Plautus is a vibrant exploration of human folly and social dynamics in ancient Rome. This comedic play delves into themes of greed, deception, and the complexities of relationships, showcasing how the churlish...6136falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/letty-arthur-wing-pinero--73904469https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73904469Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:08:40 +0000Hugh Walpole"Letty" by Arthur Wing Pinero is a poignant exploration of human emotions and societal expectations. This compelling narrative delves into the struggles of its characters as they navigate the complexities of love, duty, and personal freedom. The...16436falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beauty-stone-joseph-comyns-carr-arthur-wing-pinero--73809351https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73809351Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:03:56 +0000Hugh Walpole"Beauty Stone" by Joseph Comyns Carr and Arthur Wing Pinero is a captivating exploration of the interplay between art, beauty, and societal values. This compelling work delves into the timeless themes of aesthetic appeal versus moral integrity,...10544falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/one-act-play-collection-016-various--73772314https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73772314Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:03:48 +0000Hugh WalpoleOne-Act Play Collection 016-Various presents a diverse array of compelling one-act plays that capture the essence of human experience in its many forms. This collection invites listeners to explore the intricate dynamics of relationships, the weight...23017falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/his-house-in-order-arthur-wing-pinero--73738375https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73738375Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:04:03 +0000Hugh Walpole"His House in Order" by Arthur Wing Pinero explores the complexities of domestic life and the intricacies of human relationships. This timeless play delves into themes of responsibility, morality, and the often tumultuous journey toward personal...14098falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/truculentus-the-churl-titus-maccius-plautus--73712294https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73712294Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:04:30 +0000Hugh Walpole"Truculentus; The Churl" by Titus Maccius Plautus is a vibrant exploration of themes such as social class, human folly, and the complexities of relationships. This comedic tale delves into the antics of a churlish character, providing a humorous yet...6136falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/psyche-moliere--73690524https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73690524Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:04:33 +0000Hugh Walpole"Psyche-Molière" invites listeners into a profound exploration of the human psyche through the lens of classic theatrical elements. This work delves into the intricacies of emotion, identity, and the complexities of the human condition, making it a...7252falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/adelphi-or-the-brothers-terence--73664529https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73664529Sat, 08 Aug 2026 12:30:36 +0000Hugh Walpole"Adelphi or, The Brothers-Terence" delves into the intricate dynamics of familial relationships, exploring themes of loyalty, conflict, and the quest for identity. This timeless narrative invites listeners to reflect on the complexities of brotherhood...6466falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/love-for-love-william-congreve--73641262https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73641262Fri, 07 Aug 2026 23:00:43 +0000Hugh Walpole"Love for Love" by William Congreve is a timeless exploration of love, deception, and the complexities of human relationships. Set against the backdrop of 17th-century society, the play delves into the intricacies of romantic entanglements and the...14363falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/falstaff-s-wedding-1766-version-william-kenrick--73600916https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73600916Fri, 07 Aug 2026 06:56:42 +0000Hugh Walpole"Falstaff's Wedding," a 1766 work by William Kenrick, reimagines the beloved character of Sir John Falstaff, known from Shakespeare's plays, in a comedic exploration of love and marriage. This delightful narrative showcases the humor and charm of...9112falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/agamemnon-lucius-annaeus-seneca--73563681https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73563681Thu, 06 Aug 2026 15:10:24 +0000Hugh Walpole"Agamemnon" by Lucius Annaeus Seneca delves into themes of power, fate, and the human condition, exploring the tragic consequences of ambition and revenge. This timeless work captures the essence of moral conflict and the devastating effects of...4915falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/amphitryon-moliere--73526001https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73526001Thu, 06 Aug 2026 01:04:41 +0000Hugh Walpole"Amphitryon-Molière" is a classic play by the renowned playwright Molière that explores themes of identity, deception, and the complexities of love through the lens of a clever comedy. The story unfolds with the titular character Amphitryon, whose...6993falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/029-part-4-chapter-3--70204385https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70204385Sat, 21 Feb 2026 23:11:34 +0000Hugh WalpoleDive into the poignant tale of alienation and entrapment as experienced by a young woman whose seemingly ordinary life is abruptly upended. Journey with her through a maze of restrictive social circles and unfulfilled romantic dreams, all while...1531alienation,clique,disruption,faith,identity,romance,society,spirituality,struggle,youthfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/028-part-4-chapter-2--70204384https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70204384Sat, 21 Feb 2026 23:11:32 +0000Hugh WalpoleDive into the poignant tale of alienation and entrapment as experienced by a young woman whose seemingly ordinary life is abruptly upended. Journey with her through a maze of restrictive social circles and unfulfilled romantic dreams, all while...1875alienation,clique,disruption,faith,identity,romance,society,spirituality,struggle,youthfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/027-part-4-chapter-1--70204383https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70204383Sat, 21 Feb 2026 23:11:31 +0000Hugh WalpoleDive into the poignant tale of alienation and entrapment as experienced by a young woman whose seemingly ordinary life is abruptly upended. Journey with her through a maze of restrictive social circles and unfulfilled romantic dreams, all while...1699alienation,clique,disruption,faith,identity,romance,society,spirituality,struggle,youthfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/026-part-3-chapter-10--70204382https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70204382Sat, 21 Feb 2026 23:11:29 +0000Hugh WalpoleDive into the poignant tale of alienation and entrapment as experienced by a young woman whose seemingly ordinary life is abruptly upended. Journey with her through a maze of restrictive social circles and unfulfilled romantic dreams, all while...2187alienation,clique,disruption,faith,identity,romance,society,spirituality,struggle,youthfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/025-part-3-chapter-9--70204380https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70204380Sat, 21 Feb 2026 23:11:27 +0000Hugh WalpoleDive into the poignant tale of alienation and entrapment as experienced by a young woman whose seemingly ordinary life is abruptly upended. Journey with her through a maze of restrictive social circles and unfulfilled romantic dreams, all while...1711alienation,clique,disruption,faith,identity,romance,society,spirituality,struggle,youthfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/024-part-3-chapter-8--70204379https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70204379Sat, 21 Feb 2026 23:11:26 +0000Hugh WalpoleDive into the poignant tale of alienation and entrapment as experienced by a young woman whose seemingly ordinary life is abruptly upended. Journey with her through a maze of restrictive social circles and unfulfilled romantic dreams, all while...1796alienation,clique,disruption,faith,identity,romance,society,spirituality,struggle,youthfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/023-part-3-chapter-7--70204378https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70204378Sat, 21 Feb 2026 23:11:24 +0000Hugh WalpoleDive into the poignant tale of alienation and entrapment as experienced by a young woman whose seemingly ordinary life is abruptly upended. Journey with her through a maze of restrictive social circles and unfulfilled romantic dreams, all while...1829alienation,clique,disruption,faith,identity,romance,society,spirituality,struggle,youthfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/022-part-3-chapter-6--70204377https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70204377Sat, 21 Feb 2026 23:11:22 +0000Hugh WalpoleDive into the poignant tale of alienation and entrapment as experienced by a young woman whose seemingly ordinary life is abruptly upended. Journey with her through a maze of restrictive social circles and unfulfilled romantic dreams, all while...2467alienation,clique,disruption,faith,identity,romance,society,spirituality,struggle,youthfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/021-part-3-chapter-5--70204376https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70204376Sat, 21 Feb 2026 23:11:20 +0000Hugh WalpoleDive into the poignant tale of alienation and entrapment as experienced by a young woman whose seemingly ordinary life is abruptly upended. Journey with her through a maze of restrictive social circles and unfulfilled romantic dreams, all while...2483alienation,clique,disruption,faith,identity,romance,society,spirituality,struggle,youthfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/020-part-3-chapter-4--70204375https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70204375Sat, 21 Feb 2026 23:11:18 +0000Hugh WalpoleDive into the poignant tale of alienation and entrapment as experienced by a young woman whose seemingly ordinary life is abruptly upended. Journey with her through a maze of restrictive social circles and unfulfilled romantic dreams, all while...1545alienation,clique,disruption,faith,identity,romance,society,spirituality,struggle,youthfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/019-part-3-chapter-3--70204374https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70204374Sat, 21 Feb 2026 23:11:17 +0000Hugh WalpoleDive into the poignant tale of alienation and entrapment as experienced by a young woman whose seemingly ordinary life is abruptly upended. Journey with her through a maze of restrictive social circles and unfulfilled romantic dreams, all while...1845alienation,clique,disruption,faith,identity,romance,society,spirituality,struggle,youthfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/018-part-3-chapter-2--70204373https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70204373Sat, 21 Feb 2026 23:11:15 +0000Hugh WalpoleDive into the poignant tale of alienation and entrapment as experienced by a young woman whose seemingly ordinary life is abruptly upended. Journey with her through a maze of restrictive social circles and unfulfilled romantic dreams, all while...2797alienation,clique,disruption,faith,identity,romance,society,spirituality,struggle,youthfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/017-part-3-chapter-1--70204371https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70204371Sat, 21 Feb 2026 23:11:13 +0000Hugh WalpoleDive into the poignant tale of alienation and entrapment as experienced by a young woman whose seemingly ordinary life is abruptly upended. Journey with her through a maze of restrictive social circles and unfulfilled romantic dreams, all while...1999alienation,clique,disruption,faith,identity,romance,society,spirituality,struggle,youthfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/016-part-2-chapter-11--70204370https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70204370Sat, 21 Feb 2026 23:11:11 +0000Hugh WalpoleDive into the poignant tale of alienation and entrapment as experienced by a young woman whose seemingly ordinary life is abruptly upended. Journey with her through a maze of restrictive social circles and unfulfilled romantic dreams, all while...1468alienation,clique,disruption,faith,identity,romance,society,spirituality,struggle,youthfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/015-part-2-chapter-10--70204369https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70204369Sat, 21 Feb 2026 23:11:09 +0000Hugh WalpoleDive into the poignant tale of alienation and entrapment as experienced by a young woman whose seemingly ordinary life is abruptly upended. Journey with her through a maze of restrictive social circles and unfulfilled romantic dreams, all while...1297alienation,clique,disruption,faith,identity,romance,society,spirituality,struggle,youthfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/014-part-2-chapter-9--70204368https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70204368Sat, 21 Feb 2026 23:11:08 +0000Hugh WalpoleDive into the poignant tale of alienation and entrapment as experienced by a young woman whose seemingly ordinary life is abruptly upended. Journey with her through a maze of restrictive social circles and unfulfilled romantic dreams, all while...2940alienation,clique,disruption,faith,identity,romance,society,spirituality,struggle,youthfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/013-part-2-chapter-8--70204367https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70204367Sat, 21 Feb 2026 23:11:06 +0000Hugh WalpoleDive into the poignant tale of alienation and entrapment as experienced by a young woman whose seemingly ordinary life is abruptly upended. Journey with her through a maze of restrictive social circles and unfulfilled romantic dreams, all while...3040alienation,clique,disruption,faith,identity,romance,society,spirituality,struggle,youthfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/012-part-2-chapter-7--70204361https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70204361Sat, 21 Feb 2026 23:11:04 +0000Hugh WalpoleDive into the poignant tale of alienation and entrapment as experienced by a young woman whose seemingly ordinary life is abruptly upended. Journey with her through a maze of restrictive social circles and unfulfilled romantic dreams, all while...2763alienation,clique,disruption,faith,identity,romance,society,spirituality,struggle,youthfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/011-part-2-chapter-6--70204354https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70204354Sat, 21 Feb 2026 23:11:02 +0000Hugh WalpoleDive into the poignant tale of alienation and entrapment as experienced by a young woman whose seemingly ordinary life is abruptly upended. Journey with her through a maze of restrictive social circles and unfulfilled romantic dreams, all while...2007alienation,clique,disruption,faith,identity,romance,society,spirituality,struggle,youthfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/010-part-2-chapter-5--70204350https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70204350Sat, 21 Feb 2026 23:11:00 +0000Hugh WalpoleDive into the poignant tale of alienation and entrapment as experienced by a young woman whose seemingly ordinary life is abruptly upended. Journey with her through a maze of restrictive social circles and unfulfilled romantic dreams, all while...2346alienation,clique,disruption,faith,identity,romance,society,spirituality,struggle,youthfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/009-part-2-chapter-4--70204343https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70204343Sat, 21 Feb 2026 23:10:58 +0000Hugh WalpoleDive into the poignant tale of alienation and entrapment as experienced by a young woman whose seemingly ordinary life is abruptly upended. Journey with her through a maze of restrictive social circles and unfulfilled romantic dreams, all while...2503alienation,clique,disruption,faith,identity,romance,society,spirituality,struggle,youthfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/008-part-2-chapter-3--70204337https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70204337Sat, 21 Feb 2026 23:10:57 +0000Hugh WalpoleDive into the poignant tale of alienation and entrapment as experienced by a young woman whose seemingly ordinary life is abruptly upended. Journey with her through a maze of restrictive social circles and unfulfilled romantic dreams, all while...2217alienation,clique,disruption,faith,identity,romance,society,spirituality,struggle,youthfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/007-part-2-chapter-2--70204329https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70204329Sat, 21 Feb 2026 23:10:55 +0000Hugh WalpoleDive into the poignant tale of alienation and entrapment as experienced by a young woman whose seemingly ordinary life is abruptly upended. Journey with her through a maze of restrictive social circles and unfulfilled romantic dreams, all while...2881alienation,clique,disruption,faith,identity,romance,society,spirituality,struggle,youthfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/006-part-2-chapter-1--70204325https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70204325Sat, 21 Feb 2026 23:10:53 +0000Hugh WalpoleDive into the poignant tale of alienation and entrapment as experienced by a young woman whose seemingly ordinary life is abruptly upended. Journey with her through a maze of restrictive social circles and unfulfilled romantic dreams, all while...3003alienation,clique,disruption,faith,identity,romance,society,spirituality,struggle,youthfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/005-part-1-chapter-4--70204317https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70204317Sat, 21 Feb 2026 23:10:51 +0000Hugh WalpoleDive into the poignant tale of alienation and entrapment as experienced by a young woman whose seemingly ordinary life is abruptly upended. Journey with her through a maze of restrictive social circles and unfulfilled romantic dreams, all while...2417alienation,clique,disruption,faith,identity,romance,society,spirituality,struggle,youthfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/004-part-1-chapter-3--70204314https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70204314Sat, 21 Feb 2026 23:10:49 +0000Hugh WalpoleDive into the poignant tale of alienation and entrapment as experienced by a young woman whose seemingly ordinary life is abruptly upended. Journey with her through a maze of restrictive social circles and unfulfilled romantic dreams, all while...1563alienation,clique,disruption,faith,identity,romance,society,spirituality,struggle,youthfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/003-part-1-chapter-2--70204308https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70204308Sat, 21 Feb 2026 23:10:47 +0000Hugh WalpoleDive into the poignant tale of alienation and entrapment as experienced by a young woman whose seemingly ordinary life is abruptly upended. Journey with her through a maze of restrictive social circles and unfulfilled romantic dreams, all while...2620alienation,clique,disruption,faith,identity,romance,society,spirituality,struggle,youthfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/002-part-1-chapter-1--70204305https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70204305Sat, 21 Feb 2026 23:10:45 +0000Hugh WalpoleDive into the poignant tale of alienation and entrapment as experienced by a young woman whose seemingly ordinary life is abruptly upended. Journey with her through a maze of restrictive social circles and unfulfilled romantic dreams, all while...2478alienation,clique,disruption,faith,identity,romance,society,spirituality,struggle,youthfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/001-introduction--70204299https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70204299Sat, 21 Feb 2026 23:10:43 +0000Hugh WalpoleDive into the poignant tale of alienation and entrapment as experienced by a young woman whose seemingly ordinary life is abruptly upended. Journey with her through a maze of restrictive social circles and unfulfilled romantic dreams, all while...77alienation,clique,disruption,faith,identity,romance,society,spirituality,struggle,youthfalsefull