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William Shakespeare's The Merchant of Venice was probably written between 1596 and 1598, and was printed with the comedies in the First Folio of 1623. Bassanio, an impoverished gentleman, uses the credit of his friend, the merchant Antonio, to borrow money from a wealthy associate. Antonio pledges to pay Shylock a pound of flesh if he defaults on the loan, which Bassanio will use to woo a rich heiress, Portia. View our full collection of podcasts at our website: https://www.solgoodmedia.com or YouTube channel: www.solgood.org/subscribeThis is a Librivox Recording. All Librivox recordings are ...

The William Shakespeare Classics Podcast presents a rich collection of his greatest plays and sonnets. Whether you enjoy gripping tragedies like Macbeth or witty comedies like A Midsummer Night’s Dream, this podcast offers an immersive experience of Shakespeare’s genius.

The William Shakespeare Works Collection brings together the complete works of history’s greatest playwright. This essential collection includes every play, sonnet, and poem, making it the ultimate resource for Shakespeare enthusiasts.

Experience the legendary works of the Bard with William Shakespeare Collection, featuring masterful narrations of his most famous plays and sonnets. From the tragic love of Romeo and Juliet to the political intrigue of Julius Caesar, these works showcase the depth and brilliance of Shakespeare’s storytelling.

Timeless William Shakespeare Stories delivers beautifully narrated performances of Shakespeare’s greatest works. Lose yourself in the world of star-crossed lovers, ambitious kings, and mischievous fairies as his words come to life.

Straight Acting is a surprising portrait of Shakespeare's queer lives - his own and those in his plays and poems. It is a journey back in time and through Shakespeare's England, revealing a culture that both endorsed and supressed same-sex desire. It is a call to stop making Shakespeare act straight and to recognise how queerness powerfully shaped the life and career of the world's most famous playwright.

Written around the middle of his career, Much Ado About Nothing is one of Shakespeare's great festive comedies. The men are back from the war, and everyone is ready for romance. The dashing young Claudio falls for Hero, the daughter of Leonato, governor of Messina, and his friend Don Pedro helps him secure her affection. These youthful lovers are contrasted with the more experienced (and more cynical) Benedick and Beatrice, who have to be tricked into falling in love. Don Pedro's bastard brother, Don John, provides the intrigue, and the dimwitted constable Dogberry provides the laughs. View ...

Delve into the political intrigue and drama of ancient Rome with Shakespeare's "Julius Caesar." This podcast brings to life the timeless story of power, betrayal, and ambition through detailed analysis and captivating performances. Perfect for history buffs and literature lovers alike, gain a deeper understanding of this iconic play.

William Shakespeare. Born April 1564, at Stratford-upon-Avon. Died April 1616. Married Anne Hathaway: two daughters, one son. Actor, poet, famous playwright. Wrote nearly forty plays. But what was he like as a man? What did he think about when he rode into London for the first time... or when he was writing his plays Hamlet and Romeo and Juliet... or when his only son died? We know the facts of his life, but we can only guess at his hopes, his fears, his dreams.

Shakespeare está considerado como el mayor escritor en lengua inglesa y el mejor dramaturgo del mundo. Sus obras han sido traducidas a todos los idiomas principales, y son las más representadas. Su obra contiene una visión sorprendentemente moderna, chistes ingeniosos y una pasión en alza; es una fuente inagotable de asombro e inspiración.

By clever scheming, friends encourage Beatrice and Benedict's love affair, while Don Juan plots to ruin Hero and Claudio's chances of finding happiness together.

Shakespeare anses vara den största författare i den engelska och den bästa dramatiker i världen. Hans pjäser har översatts till alla större språk, och är de mest någonsin genomförts. Hans arbete omfattar förbluffande modern förståelse, kvicka skämt och stigande passion, Det är en oändlig källa till förundran och inspiration.

William Shakespeare foi um poeta, dramaturgo e ator inglês, tido como o maior escritor do idioma inglês e o mais influente dramaturgo do mundo. É chamado frequentemente de poeta nacional da Inglaterra e de "Bardo do Avon" #Poema "O Amor e a Amizade" Perguntei a um sábio, a diferença que havia entre amor e amizade, ele me disse essa verdade… O Amor é mais sensível, a Amizade mais segura. O Amor nos dá asas , a Amizade o chão. No Amor há mais carinho, na Amizade compreensão. O Amor é plantado e com carinho cultivado, a Amizade vem faceira, com troca de alegria e tristeza, torna-se ...

500 citations de cinq parmi les plus grands auteurs, écrivains et philosophes, pour développer vos connaissances, illustrer votre conversation et donner du grain à moudre à votre réflexion. Ce format permet d'aller à l'essentiel de la pensée d'un auteur tout en restant fidèle à son style ; ce format accessible est idéal pour la préparation aux concours ou pour développer sa culture générale.

Tragedy and drama are deeply woven into this tale of Italian romance. Two lovers from feuding families fall in love and struggle to be together, but with dire consequences. This classic has been carefully abridged and adapted into 10 short, easy-to-understand chapters. This format enables listeners of all ages and English-language abilities to understand and enjoy the story.

In his absence, Duke Vincentio charges Angelo to enforce the laws of Vienna. Disguised as a friar, the Duke stays to observe the proceedings. But all is not as it should be!

Titus Andronicus may be Shakespeare's earliest tragedy; it is believed to have been written in the early 1590s. It depicts a Roman general who is engaged in a cycle of revenge with his enemy Tamora, the Queen of the Goths. The play is by far Shakespeare's bloodiest work. It lost popularity during the Victorian era because of its gore, and it has only recently seen its fortunes revive.View our full collection of podcasts at our website: https://www.solgoodmedia.com or YouTube channel: https://www.solgood.org/subscribe

Pericles, prince of Tyre, sets out to woo a princess and sails headlong into harrowing adventure. Pursued by an evil king, Pericles is blown from port to exotic port. Along the way he finds the love of his life, then loses her and their infant daughter in a storm-tossed sea. Happily, this is a romance - Shakespeare's first - where, in true storybook fashion, miracles reunite the lost with those who love them, bringing joy and safe harbor at last.

Vilket bättre sätt att utveckla din allmänna kunskap och kultur än genom de bästa tänkarnas egna ord som har vandrat jorden, med ett urval av viktiga citat som avgränsar deras arbete och introducerar till deras mest kraftfulla idéer med tydlighet. Upptäck eller gräva djupare i förståelsen av vår kultur med verk av Shakespeare, Einstein, Confucius, Sun Tzu, Winston Churchill, Napoléon, Laozi (även känd som Lao-Tsu), Platon, Nietzsche och Bouddha.

Richard Burton reads Shakespeare's narrative poem about the legendary Lucretia (or 'Lucrece'). The poem tells the story of the Roman leader Tarquin's rape of Lucrece and her subsequent suicide.