https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/witch-of-edmonton--6889932enFictionCopyright Short Storieshttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/06856323ed4585ce46de2ca466f6119c.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/witch-of-edmonton--6889932Sat, 12 Sep 2026 09:28:25 +0000Thomas Dekker, John Ford, William RowleyShort Storiesspreaker29@adfreesounds.comIn this gripping tale, Mother Elizabeth Sawyer stands as a symbol of societal injustice—a poor, lonely old woman shunned by her community. Frank, a struggling farmer, is torn between his love for the pregnant Winnifred and the pressures of marrying...falseb8924dbc-6591-5928-b4a7-66e227441c4eepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/two-noble-kinsmen-john-fletcher-william-shakespeare--75035150https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75035150Sat, 12 Sep 2026 09:02:58 +0000Thomas Dekker, John Ford, William Rowley"Two Noble Kinsmen" is a collaborative work by John Fletcher and William Shakespeare that explores the themes of friendship, love, and rivalry through the story of two noble cousins who vie for the affection of the same woman. This enduring tale...9997falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/broken-heart-john-ford--74449787https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74449787Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:05:47 +0000Thomas Dekker, John Ford, William Rowley"Broken Heart" by John Ford is a poignant exploration of love, loss, and the complexities of human emotion. This timeless work delves into the depths of heartbreak and the struggle to find solace amidst despair. Its themes of longing and the quest for...9588falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/astrophel-and-stella-sir-philip-sidney--74404559https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74404559Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:05:42 +0000Thomas Dekker, John Ford, William Rowley"Astrophel and Stella" by Sir Philip Sidney is a poignant exploration of love, desire, and the complexities of unrequited affection. This collection of sonnets delves into the emotional turmoil faced by the speaker, Astrophel, as he grapples with his...6054falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tongues-of-conscience-robert-smythe-hichens--74326977https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74326977Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:05:03 +0000Thomas Dekker, John Ford, William RowleyTongues of Conscience by Robert Smythe Hichens delves into the complexities of human morality and the inner struggles of conscience. This thought-provoking narrative invites listeners to explore the depths of ethical dilemmas, making it a timeless...31415falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dramatic-version-of-greek-myths-and-hero-tales-fanny-amanda-comstock--74278575https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74278575Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:06:46 +0000Thomas Dekker, John Ford, William Rowley"Dramatic Version of Greek Myths and Hero Tales" by Fanny Amanda Comstock brings to life the timeless narratives of ancient Greek mythology and heroic legends. This collection captures the essence of these storied figures and their epic journeys,...16877falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beyond-the-horizon-eugene-o-neill--74165934https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74165934Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:07:09 +0000Thomas Dekker, John Ford, William Rowley"Beyond the Horizon" by Eugene O'Neill is a poignant exploration of dreams, aspirations, and the complexities of human relationships. The narrative delves into the lives of two brothers and the choices that shape their destinies, highlighting the...10233falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/merry-devil-of-edmonton-william-shakespeare--74112402https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74112402Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:06:57 +0000Thomas Dekker, John Ford, William RowleyMerry Devil of Edmonton by William Shakespeare is a captivating exploration of the intertwining of human folly and the supernatural, set against the backdrop of a bustling town. This tale showcases the timeless themes of deception, ambition, and the...5642falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/faust-i-johann-wolfgang-von-goethe--74068048https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74068048Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:07:39 +0000Thomas Dekker, John Ford, William Rowley"Faust I" by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe delves into the profound struggle between ambition and morality as it follows the character Faust, a scholar who makes a pact with the devil in his quest for ultimate knowledge and fulfillment. This timeless...15542falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tragedy-of-macbeth-version-2-william-shakespeare--74017582https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74017582Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:08:01 +0000Thomas Dekker, John Ford, William RowleyThe "Tragedy of Macbeth" by William Shakespeare delves into themes of ambition, power, and moral decay as it follows the rise and fall of its titular character, Macbeth, who is driven to madness and ruin by his unchecked desires and the influence of...8108falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/big-lake-a-tragedy-in-two-parts-lynn-riggs--73965727https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73965727Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:07:15 +0000Thomas Dekker, John Ford, William Rowley"Big Lake, A Tragedy in Two Parts" by Lynn Riggs delves into the complexities of human emotions and relationships against the backdrop of a small-town setting. This poignant work explores themes of love, loss, and the search for meaning, making it a...5020falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mary-stuart-friedrich-schiller--73912786https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73912786Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:08:47 +0000Thomas Dekker, John Ford, William Rowley"Mary Stuart" by Friedrich Schiller delves into the tumultuous life of Mary, Queen of Scots, capturing her struggles for power, identity, and faith in a world rife with political intrigue and personal betrayal. Schiller's masterful portrayal of Mary's...14492falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tragical-history-of-doctor-faustus-1616-version-christopher-marlowe--73816864https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73816864Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:04:18 +0000Thomas Dekker, John Ford, William Rowley"Tragical History of Doctor Faustus" by Christopher Marlowe explores the profound themes of ambition, knowledge, and the human condition through the story of a man who makes a pact with the devil in his quest for power and enlightenment. This timeless...8305falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mary-louise-l-frank-baum--73779343https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73779343Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:04:23 +0000Thomas Dekker, John Ford, William Rowley"Mary Louise-L. Frank Baum" invites listeners into a captivating exploration of timeless themes such as imagination, resilience, and the power of storytelling. This audiobook delves into the life and legacy of Frank Baum, the visionary author behind...15155falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/orra-joanna-baillie--73744287https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73744287Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:04:31 +0000Thomas Dekker, John Ford, William RowleyOrra-Joanna Baillie is a compelling exploration of themes such as faith, morality, and the human condition, showcasing the timeless struggles and triumphs that resonate across generations. This work captures the essence of its characters' internal and...9174falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/oedipus-rex-murray-translation-sophocles--73716881https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73716881Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:04:58 +0000Thomas Dekker, John Ford, William Rowley"Oedipus Rex," translated by Murray, is a timeless tragedy by Sophocles that explores the harrowing tale of fate, guilt, and self-discovery. The story follows Oedipus, a man determined to uncover the truth of his origins, only to confront the...6120falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mary-wollstonecraft-godwin-elizabeth-robins-pennell--73694722https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73694722Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:05:10 +0000Thomas Dekker, John Ford, William Rowley"Mary Wollstonecraft Godwin-Elizabeth Robins Pennell" explores the life and legacy of Mary Wollstonecraft, a pioneering figure in feminist literature and philosophy. This audiobook delves into her profound impact on the discourse surrounding women's...26489falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/edwy-a-poem-in-three-parts-ann-radcliffe--73670230https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73670230Sat, 08 Aug 2026 15:12:49 +0000Thomas Dekker, John Ford, William Rowley"EDWY: A Poem, in Three Parts" by Ann Radcliffe is a captivating exploration of emotion and nature, showcasing the profound connection between the human experience and the natural world. Radcliffe's lyrical verses delve into themes of love, loss, and...3391falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/recruiting-officer-george-farquhar--73645872https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73645872Sat, 08 Aug 2026 01:48:01 +0000Thomas Dekker, John Ford, William Rowley"Recruiting Officer" by George Farquhar is a vibrant comedy that delves into the lives of soldiers and the complexities of love and loyalty during a time of war. The play explores themes of ambition, deception, and the quest for identity, showcasing...7954falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/life-is-a-dream-maccarthy-translation-pedro-calderon-de-la-barca--73608208https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73608208Fri, 07 Aug 2026 10:06:33 +0000Thomas Dekker, John Ford, William Rowley"Life is a Dream," translated by MacCarthy, is a profound exploration of reality and illusion, as well as the nature of free will and destiny. Calderón de la Barca delves into the philosophical quandaries of life, questioning whether we are the...10701falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hedda-gabler-version-2-henrik-ibsen--73571365https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73571365Thu, 06 Aug 2026 18:17:14 +0000Thomas Dekker, John Ford, William RowleyHedda Gabler, a classic play by Henrik Ibsen, delves into the complexities of human desires and societal expectations through the life of its titular character. As Hedda navigates her constrained existence, the themes of manipulation, power, and the...12445falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/velasco-epes-sargent-iv--73532593https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73532593Thu, 06 Aug 2026 03:44:59 +0000Thomas Dekker, John Ford, William Rowley"Velasco-Epes Sargent IV" invites listeners into a captivating exploration of identity and legacy. This thought-provoking narrative delves into the intricacies of personal and familial connections, examining how the past shapes our present and future....7462falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/005-act-v--70240717https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70240717Mon, 23 Feb 2026 21:55:33 +0000Thomas Dekker, John Ford, William RowleyIn this gripping tale, Mother Elizabeth Sawyer stands as a symbol of societal injustice—a poor, lonely old woman shunned by her community. Frank, a struggling farmer, is torn between his love for the pregnant Winnifred and the pressures of marrying...1571betrayal,drama,folklore,friendship,history,injustice,love,revenge,society,witchcraftfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/004-act-iv--70240716https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70240716Mon, 23 Feb 2026 21:55:31 +0000Thomas Dekker, John Ford, William RowleyIn this gripping tale, Mother Elizabeth Sawyer stands as a symbol of societal injustice—a poor, lonely old woman shunned by her community. 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