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Jane Austen and her Country-House Comedy

Jane Austen and her Country-House Comedy

Immerse yourself in the delightful world of country-house comedy, where wit and social commentary intertwine in the charming narratives inspired by Jane Austen. This podcast transports listeners to the elegant drawing rooms and sprawling estates that serve as the backdrop for incisive explorations of class, romance, and human folly. Each episode features a new complete audiobook, showcasing a rotating collection of works that embrace the spirit of Austen’s humor and keen observations on society. As we navigate through the intricacies of relationships, manners, and the peculiarities of social interactions, you'll encounter a rich tapestry of characters and scenarios that reflect the timeless themes of love and misunderstanding. This is not a single story but a series of unique explorations that invite you to discover a new book with every episode, celebrating the enduring appeal of country-house comedy in literature. Join us on this literary journey filled with laughter, insight, and a touch of nostalgia.

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Ingersoll on ROBERT BURNS, from the Works of Robert G. Ingersoll, Volume 3, Lecture 2-Robert G. Ingersoll 1 hr 11 min 4 sec
Ernest Renan 51 min 57 sec
Hawthorne-Henry James 6 hr 14 min 21 sec
Autobiography of Benvenuto Cellini Vol 2-Benvenuto Cellini 7 hr 21 min 58 sec
Ingersoll on THE GREAT INFIDELS, from the Works of Robert G. Ingersoll, Volume 3, Lectures-Robert G. Ingersoll 2 hr 18 min 16 sec
Unsung Heroes-Elizabeth Ross Haynes 5 hr 19 min 39 sec
Abraham Lincoln A History (Volume 10)-John Hay, John George Nicolay 9 hr 40 min 20 sec
Florence Nightingale the Angel of the Crimea-Laura E. Howe Richards 3 hr 23 min 40 sec
Astrophel and Stella-Sir Philip Sidney 1 hr 40 min 54 sec
Wonderful Adventures of Mrs. Seacole in Many Lands-Mary Seacole 5 hr 58 min 44 sec
Biography of Mahommah G. Baquaqua-Samuel Downing Moore 2 hr 24 min 59 sec
Eminent Doctors Their Lives and Their Work; Vol. 1-George Thomas Bettany 8 hr 57 min 16 sec
Little Masterpieces of Autobiography - Writers-George Iles 4 hr 37 min 4 sec
Famous Impostors-Bram Stoker 8 hr 48 min 57 sec
Warren Hastings-Thomas Babington Macaulay 4 hr 47 min 36 sec
Lord Clive-Thomas Babington Macaulay 3 hr 25 min 39 sec
Little Masterpieces of Autobiography - Artists and Composers-George Iles 4 hr 44 min 51 sec
07 - Jane Austen and her Country-House Comedy by William Henry Helm 4 min 58 sec
06 - Jane Austen and her Country-House Comedy by William Henry Helm 57 min 55 sec
05 - Jane Austen and her Country-House Comedy by William Henry Helm 40 min 50 sec
04 - Jane Austen and her Country-House Comedy by William Henry Helm 42 min 20 sec
03 - Jane Austen and her Country-House Comedy by William Henry Helm 44 min 15 sec
02 - Jane Austen and her Country-House Comedy by William Henry Helm 54 min 37 sec
01 - Jane Austen and her Country-House Comedy by William Henry Helm 45 min 37 sec

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