https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/skin-game--7035429enBooksCopyright Comedy Genrehttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/df33b3550ff183c1fb9e44e96139e7a0.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/skin-game--7035429Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:57:51 +0000John GalsworthyComedy Genrespreaker46@podcastlibrary.orgA small play in three acts. A kind of comic tragedy. The plot tells the story of the interaction between two very different families in rural England just after the end of the First World War. Squire Hillcrist lives in the manor house where his family...falseb9d0ef4a-8fa3-563b-b042-b7e99c5e0bccepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/one-act-play-collection-016-various--74476228https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74476228Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:07:16 +0000John GalsworthyOne-Act Play Collection 016-Various presents a captivating assortment of one-act plays that showcase the diverse talents of various playwrights. This collection invites listeners to experience the unique narratives and emotional depth that each play...23017falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tragedy-of-king-lear-version-3-william-shakespeare--74428189https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74428189Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:06:32 +0000John GalsworthyWilliam Shakespeare's "Tragedy of King Lear" delves into the profound themes of power, betrayal, and the complexities of human relationships. As King Lear divides his kingdom among his daughters, he embarks on a harrowing journey of self-discovery...13403falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/much-ado-about-nothing-version-2-william-shakespeare--74363855https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74363855Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:06:28 +0000John GalsworthyMuch Ado About Nothing is a timeless comedy by William Shakespeare that explores themes of love, deception, and the complexities of human relationships. Set in the vibrant backdrop of Messina, the play delves into the misunderstandings and witty...9171falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/comical-history-of-don-quixote-part-1-thomas-d-urfey--74293141https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74293141Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:07:50 +0000John GalsworthyDive into the whimsical world of "Comical History of Don Quixote, Part 1" by Thomas D'Urfey, a playful retelling of the beloved tale of the eccentric knight and his misadventures. This lively adaptation captures the essence of Don Quixote's absurd yet...12350falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/two-noble-kinsmen-john-fletcher-william-shakespeare--74177861https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74177861Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:08:05 +0000John Galsworthy"Two Noble Kinsmen," a collaboration between John Fletcher and William Shakespeare, explores themes of friendship, love, and rivalry through the lens of two cousins who find themselves entangled in a complex web of emotions. This poignant tale delves...9997falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/faust-i-johann-wolfgang-von-goethe--74116866https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74116866Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:07:15 +0000John Galsworthy"Faust I" by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe delves into the eternal 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 experience. This timeless tale...15542falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/vegetable-or-from-president-to-postman-f-scott-fitzgerald--74069454https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74069454Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:07:41 +0000John Galsworthy"Vegetable; or, From President to Postman" by F. Scott Fitzgerald is a satirical exploration of ambition and identity, reflecting on the absurdities of societal roles and expectations. This work delves into the journey of an individual transitioning...10652falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/earth-spirit-frank-wedekind--74015077https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74015077Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:07:44 +0000John Galsworthy"Earth Spirit" by Frank Wedekind delves into the complexities of human desire and societal constraints, exploring themes of sexuality, freedom, and the struggle for authenticity. This provocative work challenges the moral fabric of its time, making it...8235falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tragical-history-of-doctor-faustus-1616-version-christopher-marlowe--73958855https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73958855Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:06:57 +0000John GalsworthyThe "Tragical History of Doctor Faustus" by Christopher Marlowe explores the profound themes of ambition, knowledge, and the human condition through the tragic tale of a scholar who makes a pact with the devil in his quest for power and enlightenment....8305falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bracebridge-hall-washington-irving--73900134https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73900134Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:08:11 +0000John Galsworthy"Bracebridge Hall" by Washington Irving invites listeners into a charming world filled with humor and insightful observations about early American life. This collection of stories and sketches reflects the rich tapestry of rural society, showcasing...18568falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/miss-civilization--73787165https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73787165Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:04:29 +0000John Galsworthy"Miss Civilization" invites listeners into a thought-provoking exploration of societal values and the complexities of human nature. This compelling narrative delves into the intricacies of civilization and the forces that shape our collective...2256falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/phaedra-jean-racine--73750976https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73750976Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:04:53 +0000John GalsworthyPhaedra by Jean Racine is a powerful exploration of desire, guilt, and the complexities of human emotion. This classic tragedy delves into the destructive nature of passion and the inevitable consequences that arise from forbidden love. Racine's...5935falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/torch-bearers-george-kelly--73721498https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73721498Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:05:03 +0000John GalsworthyTorch-Bearers-George Kelly delves into the life and legacy of George Kelly, a pivotal figure whose contributions have shaped our understanding of theater and psychology. This audiobook explores the themes of creativity, resilience, and the pursuit of...17832falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/law-against-lovers-william-davenant--73698299https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73698299Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:05:18 +0000John Galsworthy"Law Against Lovers" by William Davenant delves into the complexities of love and the societal constraints that challenge it. This timeless narrative explores the tension between personal desires and the rigid laws governing relationships, a theme...8348falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/agamemnon-browning-translation-aeschylus--73674478https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73674478Sat, 08 Aug 2026 17:20:30 +0000John Galsworthy"Agamemnon," translated by Robert Browning, presents the harrowing tale of the titular character's return home after the Trojan War, only to confront the devastating consequences of his past actions. This timeless tragedy delves into themes of fate,...6292falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/trojan-women-murray-translation-euripides--73649431https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73649431Sat, 08 Aug 2026 03:51:56 +0000John GalsworthyEuripides' "Trojan Women," translated by Murray, presents a poignant exploration of the aftermath of war, focusing on the suffering of the women of Troy as they face the devastating consequences of their city's fall. This powerful tragedy delves into...6180falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/alice-s-adventures-underground-lewis-carroll--73615235https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73615235Fri, 07 Aug 2026 12:48:18 +0000John GalsworthyAlice's Adventures Underground by Lewis Carroll invites listeners into a whimsical world where curiosity and imagination reign supreme. As Alice navigates through a fantastical landscape filled with peculiar characters and nonsensical events, the...4855falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/two-noble-kinsmen-john-fletcher-william-shakespeare--73293971https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73293971Fri, 31 Jul 2026 21:20:26 +0000John Galsworthy"Two Noble Kinsmen," a collaboration between John Fletcher and William Shakespeare, explores the complex bond between two cousins who are torn apart by love and rivalry. As they navigate their deep friendship and the challenges of competing for the...9997falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/skin-game-john-galsworthy--72021086https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72021086Fri, 15 May 2026 14:44:22 +0000John GalsworthyA small play in three acts. A kind of comic tragedy. The plot tells the story of the interaction between two very different families in rural England just after the end of the First World War. Squire Hillcrist lives in the manor house where his family...8843comedy,galsworthy,game,hillcrist,jackman,retainers,rural,skin,squire,strangerfalsefull