https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/androcles-and-the-lion--7020519enBooksCopyright Children's Genrehttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/2742992e660036a768d9068b324c0527.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/androcles-and-the-lion--7020519Sun, 23 Aug 2026 10:01:10 +0000George Bernard ShawChildren's Genrespreaker43@podcastlibrary.orgA dramatic version of the classic fable of a kind man who comes across a lion with a thorn in its paw, his compassion for the injured lion prompts him to aid it and the kindness is remembered by the lion who will later save his life. - Summary by...false6f164f58-e1f3-584c-812e-bd8ba344093aepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/persians-version-2-aeschylus--74462538https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74462538Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:06:38 +0000George Bernard Shaw"Persians (version 2)" by Aeschylus offers a poignant exploration of the aftermath of war, focusing on the Persian perspective following their defeat at the hands of the Greeks. This timeless tragedy delves into themes of loss, hubris, and the...4061falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/amphitryon-moliere--74417993https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74417993Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:06:05 +0000George Bernard Shaw"Amphitryon-Molière" is a captivating exploration of mistaken identities and the complexities of love and fidelity, as crafted by the renowned playwright Molière. This timeless work delves into themes of deception and the human condition, showcasing...6993falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/octavius-marcus-minucius-felix--74335101https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74335101Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:05:20 +0000George Bernard Shaw"Octavius-Marcus Minucius Felix" is a profound exploration of faith and reason, presenting a dialogue that delves into the heart of Christian belief in a time of skepticism. This work invites listeners to engage with the enduring questions of faith,...7249falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/monster-and-magician-or-the-fate-of-frankenstein-antony-beraud-john-kerr-jean-toussaint-merle--74281368https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74281368Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:06:49 +0000George Bernard Shaw"Monster and Magician or, The Fate of Frankenstein" is a compelling exploration of the themes surrounding creation, responsibility, and the duality of human nature. This thought-provoking narrative delves into the complex relationship between creator...4798falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rudens-or-the-fisherman-s-rope-titus-maccius-plautus--74162793https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74162793Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:07:11 +0000George Bernard Shaw"Rudens; or The Fisherman's Rope" by Titus Maccius Plautus is a classic Roman comedy that explores themes of love, deception, and the complexities of human relationships. Set against the backdrop of the sea, the story weaves together the lives of...9268falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/love-at-a-venture-susanna-centlivre--74106947https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74106947Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:06:37 +0000George Bernard Shaw"Love at a Venture" by Susanna Centlivre is a captivating exploration of romance, wit, and the complexities of love. This timeless play delves into the unpredictability of relationships, highlighting how love often emerges from unexpected...9189falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/from-the-foundation-of-the-city-vol-01-titus-livius--74055468https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74055468Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:06:49 +0000George Bernard Shaw"From the Foundation of the City Vol. 01-Titus Livius" invites listeners to explore the rich tapestry of ancient Rome through the eyes of its most celebrated historian. This volume delves into the origins and early history of the city, capturing the...25892falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/electra-sophocles--74002454https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74002454Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:06:29 +0000George Bernard ShawElectra-Sophocles is a timeless exploration of the complex interplay between fate, family, and vengeance, rooted in the rich tradition of Greek tragedy. This powerful narrative delves into the emotional turmoil faced by its characters, reflecting the...5082falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/symposium-version-2-dramatic-reading-plato-platon--73946331https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73946331Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:06:13 +0000George Bernard Shaw"Symposium (version 2) (dramatic reading)" by Plato presents a profound exploration of love through a series of dialogues among notable figures of ancient Athens. This dramatic reading captures the essence of philosophical discourse, inviting...9171falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dream-of-gerontius-version-2-john-henry-newman--73886779https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73886779Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:07:11 +0000George Bernard Shaw"Dream of Gerontius" by John Henry Newman is a profound exploration of the soul's journey after death, reflecting on themes of faith, redemption, and the afterlife. This deeply spiritual work invites listeners to contemplate the nature of existence...3125falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/agamemnon-morshead-translation-aeschylus--73811920https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73811920Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:04:00 +0000George Bernard Shaw"Agamemnon," translated by Morshead, presents the tragic tale of the return of King Agamemnon to Argos after the Trojan War, where he faces the consequences of his past actions. This powerful work by Aeschylus delves into themes of justice, revenge,...8855falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/giles-corey-of-the-salem-farms-henry-wadsworth-longfellow--73774152https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73774152Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:03:59 +0000George Bernard Shaw"Giles Corey of the Salem Farms" by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow delves into the historical figure of Giles Corey, a man who stood firm against the oppressive forces of the Salem witch trials. This powerful narrative explores themes of courage,...5778falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dramatic-version-of-greek-myths-and-hero-tales-fanny-amanda-comstock--73739530https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73739530Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:04:09 +0000George Bernard Shaw"Dramatic Version of Greek Myths and Hero Tales" by Fanny Amanda Comstock brings to life the timeless stories of ancient Greece, showcasing the heroic journeys and moral lessons embedded within these classic narratives. This audiobook captures the...16877falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/georgics-a-poem-of-the-land-virgil--73712854https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73712854Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:04:36 +0000George Bernard Shaw"Georgics: A Poem of the Land" by Virgil is a profound exploration of agriculture and the relationship between humanity and nature. This poetic work delves into the rhythms of rural life, celebrating the labor of farmers and the beauty of the land....10984falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tristram-and-iseult-and-other-poems-matthew-arnold--73690598https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73690598Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:04:31 +0000George Bernard Shaw"Tristram and Iseult and other poems" by Matthew Arnold delves into the timeless themes of love, longing, and the complexities of human relationships, encapsulated in the poignant tale of Tristram and Iseult. This collection showcases Arnold's lyrical...9184falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/heir-at-law-george-colman-the-younger--73664487https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73664487Sat, 08 Aug 2026 12:28:52 +0000George Bernard Shaw"Heir At Law" by George Colman the Younger is a captivating exploration of legal and familial entanglements, showcasing the complexities of inheritance and the human condition. This enduring work delves into themes of duty, legacy, and the often...10321falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/trojan-women-murray-translation-euripides--73641355https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73641355Fri, 07 Aug 2026 23:03:45 +0000George Bernard ShawTrojan Women, translated by Murray, is a powerful and poignant play by Euripides that explores the harrowing aftermath of the Trojan War, focusing on the plight of the women left behind. As they grapple with loss, despair, and the looming threat of...6180falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bold-stroke-for-a-husband-hannah-cowley--73600590https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73600590Fri, 07 Aug 2026 06:47:16 +0000George Bernard ShawBold Stroke for a Husband by Hannah Cowley is a compelling exploration of love, deception, and the complexities of marriage. As characters navigate the intricate dynamics of relationships, the story highlights the enduring themes of fidelity and the...10095falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lucian-s-dialogues-volume-3-the-dialogues-of-the-dead-lucian-of-samosata--73286400https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73286400Fri, 31 Jul 2026 15:59:56 +0000George Bernard ShawLucian's Dialogues Volume 3, The Dialogues of the Dead, presents a thought-provoking exploration of life, death, and the afterlife through a series of engaging conversations among the deceased. This work invites listeners to ponder profound...9810falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/androcles-and-the-lion-george-bernard-shaw--71924946https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71924946Fri, 08 May 2026 15:27:09 +0000George Bernard ShawA dramatic version of the classic fable of a kind man who comes across a lion with a thorn in its paw, his compassion for the injured lion prompts him to aid it and the kindness is remembered by the lion who will later save his life. - Summary by...5944androcles,christian,inkell,lion,mapstone,retiarius,roxby,secutor,shaw,spinthofalsefull