https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/bab-ballads--7009499enBooksCopyright Biographies Genrehttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/d3217283fe5dd23e0fefa7361e07b82f.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/bab-ballads--7009499Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:49:44 +0000W. S. GilbertBiographies Genrespreaker40@podcastlibrary.orgThe Bab Ballads are a collection of light verse by W. S. Gilbert, illustrated with his own comic drawings. Gilbert wrote the Ballads before he became famous for his comic opera librettos with Arthur Sullivan. In writing the Bab Ballads, Gilbert...falsea972517e-c107-56c5-b91a-e66cfe3a8d66episodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/perverted-proverbs-a-manual-of-immorals-for-the-many-harry-graham--74453105https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74453105Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:06:10 +0000W. S. Gilbert"Perverted Proverbs: A Manual of Immorals for the Many" by Harry Graham offers a satirical twist on traditional wisdom, presenting a collection of humorous and irreverent maxims that challenge societal norms. This clever work invites listeners to...2158falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/songs-from-the-mountains-henry-kendall--74403640https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74403640Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:05:37 +0000W. S. Gilbert"Songs from the Mountains" by Henry Kendall is a rich collection of poetry that captures the beauty and spirit of the Australian landscape. This work resonates with themes of nature, identity, and the human experience, offering listeners a chance to...10042falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/captain-billy-s-whiz-bang-vol-2-no-22-july-1921-w-h-fawcett--74321595https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74321595Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:04:56 +0000W. S. Gilbert"Captain Billy's Whiz Bang, Vol. 2, No. 22, July, 1921" by W. H. Fawcett is a captivating glimpse into the humor and culture of the early 20th century, reflecting the spirit of its time through witty anecdotes and entertaining narratives. This volume...6063falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sandhya-songs-of-twilight-dhan-gopal-mukerji--74215860https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74215860Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:06:17 +0000W. S. Gilbert"Sandhya, Songs of Twilight" by Dhan Gopal Mukerji is a lyrical exploration of the beauty and depth of twilight, capturing the essence of transition and reflection. The work resonates with timeless themes of change, the passage of time, and the...4820falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brittain-s-ida--74149126https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74149126Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:06:07 +0000W. S. Gilbert"Brittain's Ida" invites listeners into a poignant exploration of identity and resilience, capturing the essence of human experience through its rich narrative. This timeless work resonates deeply with themes of self-discovery and the quest for...1946falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rose-and-roof-tree-george-parsons-lathrop--74099083https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74099083Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:05:51 +0000W. S. Gilbert"Rose and Roof-Tree" by George Parsons Lathrop invites listeners into a world of poignant reflections on love and the comforts of home. This timeless narrative captures the essence of human connection, exploring themes of intimacy and belonging that...7331falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/astrophel-and-stella-sir-philip-sidney--74043862https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74043862Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:05:54 +0000W. S. Gilbert"Astrophel and Stella" by Sir Philip Sidney is a poignant exploration of love, longing, and the complexities of desire, presented through a sequence of sonnets that delve into the emotional turmoil of the speaker, Astrophel, for his beloved, Stella....6054falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/pirates-of-penzance-w-s-gilbert-sir-arthur-sullivan--73988883https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73988883Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:05:46 +0000W. S. Gilbert"Pirates of Penzance" by W. S. Gilbert and Sir Arthur Sullivan is a delightful comic opera that captures the misadventures of a young man who is mistakenly apprenticed to a band of pirates. This timeless tale explores themes of duty, loyalty, and the...5876falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/elegiac-sonnets-and-other-poems-charlotte-turner-smith--73935075https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73935075Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:05:22 +0000W. S. GilbertElegiac Sonnets and Other Poems by Charlotte Turner Smith is a poignant collection that delves into themes of loss, longing, and the beauty of nature, reflecting the profound emotional landscapes of the human experience. Smith's mastery of the sonnet...11140falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/wit-and-humor-of-america-vol-06-various--73873862https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73873862Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:06:08 +0000W. S. Gilbert"Wit and Humor of America, Vol 06-Various" is a delightful collection that showcases the rich tapestry of American humor through various works, including the whimsical "Bab Ballads." This volume captures the essence of wit that has entertained...22781falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rubaiyat-of-umar-khaiyam-omar-khayyam--73800048https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73800048Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:03:20 +0000W. S. GilbertThe "Rubaiyat of Umar Khaiyam-Omar Khayyám" is a timeless collection of Persian poetry that explores profound themes of existence, love, and the fleeting nature of life. Khayyam's verses invite listeners to reflect on the beauty of the moment and the...9444falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/peterkin-papers-lucretia-p-hale--73763379https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73763379Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:03:10 +0000W. S. Gilbert"Peterkin Papers" by Lucretia P. Hale offers a delightful exploration of the whimsical adventures of the Peterkin family, showcasing their humorous misadventures and charming interactions. This collection of stories captures the essence of family...15855falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/princess-alfred-lord-tennyson--73730547https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73730547Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:03:22 +0000W. S. Gilbert"Princess-Alfred, Lord Tennyson" captures the essence of Tennyson's poetic genius, showcasing the rich tapestry of themes that define his work. This collection invites listeners to explore the intricate interplay of love, duty, and the complexities of...10794falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/abe-and-mawruss-being-further-adventures-of-potash-and-perlmutter-montague-glass--73705971https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73705971Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:03:47 +0000W. S. GilbertAbe and Mawruss Being Further Adventures of Potash and Perlmutter-Montague Glass continues the comedic journey of two Jewish merchants navigating the ups and downs of their business and personal lives. This delightful work captures the essence of...30651falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/captain-billy-s-whiz-bang-vol-2-no-22-july-1921-w-h-fawcett--73682710https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73682710Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:03:29 +0000W. S. Gilbert"Captain Billy's Whiz Bang, Vol. 2, No. 22, July, 1921" by W. H. Fawcett captures the spirit of early 20th-century humor and satire, offering a glimpse into the playful and irreverent culture of its time. This volume showcases the wit and creativity...6063falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/helen-s-babies-john-habberton--73657269https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73657269Sat, 08 Aug 2026 09:03:37 +0000W. S. GilbertHelen's Babies by John Habberton is a delightful exploration of the chaotic yet charming lives of children and their impact on adults. The story captures the essence of parenting and the humorous trials that come with it, making it a timeless...14835falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/selection-of-19th-century-scientific-verse-various--73631652https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73631652Fri, 07 Aug 2026 18:36:49 +0000W. S. Gilbert"Selection of 19th Century Scientific Verse-Various" presents a captivating anthology of poetic works that intertwine the realms of science and art during a transformative era. This collection showcases the innovative spirit of the 19th century, where...2823falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/pippa-passes-robert-browning--73587732https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73587732Fri, 07 Aug 2026 01:47:41 +0000W. S. Gilbert"Pippa Passes" by Robert Browning is a lyrical poem that captures the essence of a young girl's journey through life, filled with hope and the desire to uplift the spirits of those around her. As Pippa moves through her day, her simple yet profound...6643falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/disagreeable-man-w-s-gilbert--73280301https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73280301Fri, 31 Jul 2026 11:28:04 +0000W. S. Gilbert"Disagreeable Man" by W. S. Gilbert presents a humorous exploration of the complexities of human nature and social interaction. Through witty dialogue and clever observations, Gilbert delves into the quirks of a character who embodies the essence of...3256falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bab-ballads-w-s-gilbert--71859109https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71859109Mon, 04 May 2026 16:16:44 +0000W. S. GilbertThe Bab Ballads are a collection of light verse by W. S. Gilbert, illustrated with his own comic drawings. Gilbert wrote the Ballads before he became famous for his comic opera librettos with Arthur Sullivan. In writing the Bab Ballads, Gilbert...10903bab,ballads,comic,gilbert,humour,librettos,recycle,sullivan,topsy,turvyfalsefull