https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/love-s-contrivance--7035470enBooksCopyright Comedy Genrehttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/b31e981ba27610066a0add3b1b205135.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/love-s-contrivance--7035470Mon, 24 Aug 2026 11:09:17 +0000Susanna CentlivreComedy Genrespreaker46@podcastlibrary.orgThe usual: One Woman with two suitors for her hand. One preferred by the woman, another preferred for her by her father. How might she get her way? (Based on The Physician in Spite of Himself, a play by Moliere, which is also available at Librivox.)...falseed255e96-a20f-5d70-ae01-080c0a7993c6episodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/amphitryon-or-jupiter-in-disguise-titus-maccius-plautus--74474659https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74474659Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:07:11 +0000Susanna Centlivre"Amphitryon; or, Jupiter in Disguise" by Titus Maccius Plautus is a captivating exploration of themes such as identity, deception, and the complexities of love. The story unfolds with the god Jupiter disguising himself to pursue romantic interests,...8101falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/captives-titus-maccius-plautus--74427466https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74427466Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:06:44 +0000Susanna Centlivre"Captives" by Titus Maccius Plautus is a captivating exploration of themes such as love, deception, and the complexities of human relationships. Set against the backdrop of ancient Rome, this comedic masterpiece delves into the trials and tribulations...6688falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hobby-horse-arthur-wing-pinero--74362848https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74362848Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:06:08 +0000Susanna CentlivreHobby-Horse-Arthur Wing Pinero invites listeners into the intricate world of human desires and the whimsical pursuits that define our lives. This work captures the essence of personal passions and the often humorous, yet poignant, nature of our...10762falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beauty-stone-joseph-comyns-carr-arthur-wing-pinero--74292345https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74292345Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:07:35 +0000Susanna Centlivre"Beauty Stone" by Joseph Comyns Carr and Arthur Wing Pinero explores themes of love and desire, weaving a narrative that delves into the complexities of human relationships. This work captures the essence of beauty and its profound impact on the lives...10544falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/princess-and-the-butterfly-arthur-wing-pinero--74176816https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74176816Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:07:39 +0000Susanna Centlivre"Princess and the Butterfly" by Arthur Wing Pinero invites listeners into a world where whimsy and romance intertwine, exploring the intricate dance of love and desire. This enchanting tale captivates with its exploration of the human heart, making it...15445falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/monsieur-de-pourceaugnac-moliere--74116250https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74116250Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:07:10 +0000Susanna CentlivreMonsieur De Pourceaugnac by Molière is a captivating exploration of love, deception, and the intricacies of human relationships. This comedic play delves into the lengths to which individuals will go to secure their desires, highlighting the...5177falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/captain-jinks-of-the-horse-marines-clyde-fitch--74068573https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74068573Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:07:30 +0000Susanna Centlivre"Captain Jinks of the Horse Marines" by Clyde Fitch offers a captivating glimpse into the life of a spirited military figure, showcasing themes of honor, camaraderie, and the complexities of duty. This engaging narrative resonates with listeners...12255falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/princess-of-elis-moliere--74014097https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74014097Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:07:35 +0000Susanna Centlivre"Princess of Elis-Molière" invites listeners into a world where royal duty intertwines with the complexities of love and personal desire. This tale explores the timeless themes of ambition, sacrifice, and the quest for identity, resonating with anyone...6032falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/perjur-d-husband-or-the-adventures-of-venice-susanna-centlivre--73957971https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73957971Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:06:42 +0000Susanna Centlivre"Perjur'd Husband, or The Adventures of Venice-Susanna Centlivre" captures the complexities of love and fidelity through the lens of its titular character, Susanna. This engaging narrative explores themes of trust, deception, and the trials of...7165falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rocket-arthur-wing-pinero--73899135https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73899135Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:08:25 +0000Susanna CentlivreRocket-Arthur Wing Pinero invites listeners into a world where the complexities of love and human relationships take center stage. This work explores the intricate dance of emotions, revealing the contrivances that often underpin romantic...9201falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/heautontimorumenos-the-self-tormentor-terence--73786237https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73786237Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:04:36 +0000Susanna Centlivre"Heautontimorumenos; the Self-Tormentor" by Terence is a powerful exploration of the complexities of human emotion and the consequences of self-inflicted suffering. This timeless work delves into themes of love, guilt, and the moral dilemmas that...6893falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brewster-s-millions-byron-ongley-winchell-smith--73750174https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73750174Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:04:50 +0000Susanna CentlivreBrewster's Millions, penned by Byron Ongley and Winchell Smith, is a timeless tale that explores the concept of wealth and its implications on personal identity and relationships. The story delves into the challenges and absurdities faced by its...11741falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/paolo-and-francesca-stephen-phillips--73720801https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73720801Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:05:01 +0000Susanna Centlivre"Paolo and Francesca" by Stephen Phillips explores the timeless themes of love, passion, and the tragic consequences of desire. This poignant tale delves into the complexities of human emotion, capturing the essence of love that defies societal norms...6270falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lying-lover-or-the-ladies-friendship-richard-steele--73697795https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73697795Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:05:16 +0000Susanna Centlivre"Lying Lover or, The Ladies' Friendship" by Richard Steele delves into the complexities of romantic relationships and the intricacies of friendship among women. This enduring tale explores themes of deception, loyalty, and the challenges of navigating...9834falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/wonder-a-woman-keeps-a-secret-susanna-centlivre--73673823https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73673823Sat, 08 Aug 2026 17:00:55 +0000Susanna Centlivre"Wonder! A Woman Keeps a Secret" by Susanna Centlivre is a captivating exploration of love and deception, where the complexities of relationships and the power of secrets take center stage. This enduring work delves into themes of identity and the...7666falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/night-off-or-a-page-from-balzac-augustin-daly-franz-von-schonthan--73648934https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73648934Sat, 08 Aug 2026 03:33:02 +0000Susanna Centlivre"Night Off; or A Page From Balzac" by Augustin Daly and Franz von Schönthan invites listeners into a world of theatrical intrigue and romantic entanglements, capturing the essence of human desire and the complexities of love. This engaging tale...11916falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/don-quixote-in-england-henry-fielding--73614134https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73614134Fri, 07 Aug 2026 12:23:05 +0000Susanna Centlivre"Don Quixote in England" by Henry Fielding presents a satirical take on the classic tale of the deluded knight, exploring themes of idealism versus reality. Fielding's work delves into the absurdity of romantic notions and the folly of chasing...7574falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/love-s-contrivance-susanna-centlivre--73293495https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73293495Fri, 31 Jul 2026 20:56:32 +0000Susanna CentlivreLove's Contrivance by Susanna Centlivre is a timeless exploration of love, wit, and the complexities of human relationships. Set against a backdrop of clever schemes and romantic entanglements, the narrative delves into the art of courtship and the...7687falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/love-s-contrivance-susanna-centlivre--72021169https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72021169Fri, 15 May 2026 14:49:42 +0000Susanna CentlivreThe usual: One Woman with two suitors for her hand. One preferred by the woman, another preferred for her by her father. How might she get her way? (Based on The Physician in Spite of Himself, a play by Moliere, which is also available at Librivox.)...7687bellmie,centlivre,comedy,contrivance,love,lucinda,preferred,selfwill,servant,toddhwfalsefull