https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/makeshifts-realities--7044540enBooksCopyright Drama Genrehttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/8edf3744affa21481605f907752818be.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/makeshifts-realities--7044540Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:59:48 +0000Gertrude RobinsDrama Genrespreaker49@podcastlibrary.orgFirst performed in 1908, Makeshifts and Realities follow the sisters Caroline and Dolly Parker as they find themselves living a financially precarious existence in their late 20s and early 30s. With limited choices available, what will they make of...false64ed8ee4-e3c7-5aaa-bbd0-46155616d3d2episodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/agnes-grey-dramatic-reading-anne-bronte--74489660https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74489660Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:07:32 +0000Gertrude RobinsAgnes Grey, a poignant work by Anne Brontë, offers a dramatic reading that immerses listeners in the life of a governess facing the challenges of a harsh and unyielding world. This timeless narrative explores themes of social class, personal...22407falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/culture-and-anarchy-matthew-arnold--74436663https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74436663Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:07:09 +0000Gertrude RobinsMatthew Arnold's "Culture and Anarchy" explores the interplay between culture and society, emphasizing the importance of cultural values in navigating the challenges of modern life. Arnold critiques the disconnection between the elite and the masses,...21697falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ginger-snaps-fanny-fern--74376956https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74376956Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:06:41 +0000Gertrude RobinsGinger-Snaps-Fanny Fern is a captivating exploration of the intricacies of life, blending humor and insight to reflect on the human experience. This work invites listeners to engage with themes of resilience and the everyday challenges we all face,...29395falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/discourses-on-the-first-decade-of-titus-livius-book-3-niccolo-machiavelli--74301510https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74301510Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:08:03 +0000Gertrude Robins"Discourses on the First Decade of Titus Livius, Book 3" by Niccolò Machiavelli delves into the political and historical analysis of ancient Rome as presented by Livy, offering insights into governance, virtue, and the complexities of power....20853falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/adventures-of-tom-sawyer-dramatic-reading-mark-twain--74191569https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74191569Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:08:21 +0000Gertrude Robins"Adventures of Tom Sawyer" by Mark Twain is a timeless tale that captures the mischievous spirit of youth through the adventures of a young boy growing up along the Mississippi River. This dramatic reading brings to life the themes of friendship,...28800falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/thirteenth-chair-bayard-veiller--74125107https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74125107Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:07:49 +0000Gertrude Robins"Thirteenth Chair" by Bayard Veiller invites listeners into a gripping exploration of the supernatural and the power of belief. This intriguing tale unfolds in a mysterious setting where the boundaries between reality and the unknown blur, prompting...7302falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/history-of-egypt-chaldea-syria-babylonia-and-assyria-vol-2-gaston-maspero--74080481https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74080481Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:08:20 +0000Gertrude RobinsDelve into the rich tapestry of ancient civilizations with "History Of Egypt, Chaldea, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria, Vol. 2" by Gaston Maspero. This volume continues the exploration of the remarkable cultures that shaped the early world, revealing...28379falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/wouldbegoods-version-2-dramatic-reading-e-nesbit--74024847https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74024847Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:08:33 +0000Gertrude Robins"Wouldbegoods" by E. Nesbit is a delightful tale that captures the spirit of childhood adventure and imagination. This dramatic reading brings to life the escapades and mischief of young protagonists as they navigate the complexities of their world...33935falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/knickerbocker-s-history-of-new-york-vol-2-washington-irving--73969714https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73969714Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:07:27 +0000Gertrude Robins"Knickerbocker's History of New York, Vol. 2" by Washington Irving is a captivating exploration of the early history and culture of New York City, infused with Irving's signature wit and humor. This volume delves into the city's transformation and the...26472falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/jane-shore-a-tragedy-nicholas-rowe--73912270https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73912270Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:08:44 +0000Gertrude Robins"Jane Shore A Tragedy" by Nicholas Rowe explores the poignant tale of love, loss, and betrayal set against the backdrop of historical drama. This gripping narrative delves into the complexities of human emotions and the consequences of choices made in...5807falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/letters-of-travel-rudyard-kipling--73797978https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73797978Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:04:55 +0000Gertrude Robins"Letters of Travel" by Rudyard Kipling invites listeners on a captivating journey through the author's vivid reflections and experiences from his travels. This collection showcases Kipling's keen observations of diverse cultures and landscapes,...27901falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/discourses-on-the-first-decade-of-titus-livius-book-3-niccolo-machiavelli--73761218https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73761218Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:05:15 +0000Gertrude Robins"Discourses on the First Decade of Titus Livius, Book 3" by Niccolò Machiavelli delves into the themes of governance, power dynamics, and the lessons drawn from ancient Rome as articulated by Livy. Machiavelli's insights remain relevant today,...20853falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/exotics-and-retrospectives-lafcadio-hearn--73729135https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73729135Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:05:31 +0000Gertrude Robins"Exotics and Retrospectives-Lafcadio Hearn" invites listeners into the captivating world of Lafcadio Hearn, a writer renowned for his unique perspectives on culture and the human experience. This audiobook delves into Hearn's explorations of the...19964falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/enemy-of-the-people-henrik-ibsen--73704874https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73704874Sun, 09 Aug 2026 10:31:04 +0000Gertrude Robins"Enemy of the People" by Henrik Ibsen delves into the conflict between truth and public opinion, as a doctor discovers that the local baths, a source of income for his community, are contaminated. Faced with the choice between revealing the truth and...10673falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/new-discoveries-at-jamestown-john-l-cotter-j-paul-hudson--73681553https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73681553Sat, 08 Aug 2026 21:18:57 +0000Gertrude Robins"New Discoveries at Jamestown" by John L. Cotter and J. Paul Hudson delves into the archaeological findings at one of America's oldest settlements, shedding light on the early experiences of settlers in Jamestown. This exploration of historical...7650falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/adventures-of-tom-sawyer-dramatic-reading-mark-twain--73656070https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73656070Sat, 08 Aug 2026 07:42:14 +0000Gertrude Robins"Adventures of Tom Sawyer" by Mark Twain is a timeless tale of childhood mischief and adventure, capturing the essence of youthful exuberance and the quest for freedom. The story follows Tom Sawyer, a spirited boy navigating life along the Mississippi...28800falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lords-of-creation-ella-cheever-thayer--73629084https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73629084Fri, 07 Aug 2026 17:43:19 +0000Gertrude Robins"Lords of Creation" by Ella Cheever Thayer invites listeners into a world where the complexities of human ambition and the quest for meaning intertwine. This thought-provoking narrative explores the enduring themes of creation, aspiration, and the...5548falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hercules-thomas-broughton-georg-friedrich-handel--73300335https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73300335Sat, 01 Aug 2026 02:53:11 +0000Gertrude RobinsHercules by Thomas Broughton and Georg Friedrich Händel is a timeless exploration of heroism, strength, and the human spirit. This powerful work delves into the trials of Hercules, a figure whose legendary feats continue to inspire and resonate with...1941falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/makeshifts-realities-gertrude-robins--72071202https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72071202Tue, 19 May 2026 16:27:36 +0000Gertrude RobinsFirst performed in 1908, Makeshifts and Realities follow the sisters Caroline and Dolly Parker as they find themselves living a financially precarious existence in their late 20s and early 30s. With limited choices available, what will they make of...3825assault,choices,dolly,drama,financially,makeshifts,precarious,realities,robins,suitorsfalsefull