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Theatre Royal. The very name summons up something of grandeur and eloquence. And it was. Hosted by Ralph Richardson, these big-name productions also included the creme de la creme of acting talents from John Gielgud, Robert Morley and Orson Welles to Trevor Howard, Michael Redgrave and Laurence Olivier. They were based on works by the world's leading authors, among them Charles Dickens, Henry James, Oscar Wilde and Anton Chekhov. These are but a few of whose company we shall be keeping as we raise the curtain on our first instalment of theatrical history.

Theatre Royal. The very name summons up something of grandeur and eloquence. And it was. Hosted by Ralph Richardson, these big-name productions also included the creme de la creme of acting talents from John Gielgud, Robert Morley and Orson Welles to Trevor Howard, Michael Redgrave and Laurence Olivier. They were based on works by the world's leading authors, among them Charles Dickens, Henry James, Oscar Wilde and Anton Chekhov. These are but a few of whose company we shall be keeping as we raise the curtain on our first instalment of theatrical history.

On a quiet Christmas Eve, a governess’ manuscript detailing her encounters with the supernatural is read. She tells the story of moving into an estate to take care of two children and becoming slowly aware that the area is overrun with ghosts of the previous inhabitants - and that the children are aware that these ghosts exist.

Ein Mädchen auf Grand Tour durch Europa. Der bereits lange in der Schweiz lebende 27-jährige Frederick Winterbourne begegnet während eines Besuches bei seiner Tante in Vevey der Amerikanerin Daisy Miller, die mit ihrer Mutter und ihrem Bruder Europa bereist. Er ist sofort von dem fröhlichen, redegewandten und furchtlosen Mädchen eingenommen, doch seine Tante missbilligt das ungebührliche Verhalten des Mädchens aufs äußerste.

Immerse yourself in the captivating world of "The Death of the Lion" by Henry James. This audiobook takes you on a journey through the intricate web of London's literary and social circles. As James masterfully weaves together the lives of writers, editors, and critics, you'll be drawn into a tale of ambition, fame, and the human cost of success. With its insightful exploration of the clash between artistic integrity and the demands of a voracious public, the story delves into the complexities of authenticity and the sacrifices one makes for recognition.

Step into the captivating world of "The Birthplace" by Henry James. This audiobook transports you to the heart of a poignant family drama set in an atmospheric New England town. As James masterfully navigates the intricacies of relationships, secrets, and the human psyche, you'll be drawn into the lives of its complex characters. With its richly detailed narrative and exploration of societal norms, the story reveals hidden desires, societal pressures, and the pursuit of individuality.

אדם בן חמישים מבקר בפירנצה ורושם ביומנו רשימות על אירוע מטריד שהתרחש זה עתה: הוא פגש את בתה של מי שהיתה לפני שלושים שנה אהבת נעוריו. אנגלי צעיר מחזר אחריה, ובן...

Dive into the life and works of Nathaniel Hawthorne, a towering figure of the 19th-century American Renaissance, in this captivating podcast. Best known for his classic novel, The Scarlet Letter, Hawthorne was also the mastermind behind other remarkable novels such as The House of the Seven Gables and The Blithedale Romance. As a pioneer of the short story form, his influence on the American literary landscape was profound. This account is brought to life by Henry James, a celebrated author and interpreter of American life, whose own rise to fame came in the generation following Hawthornes. ...

Immerse yourself in the captivating world of "The Siege of London" by Henry James. This audiobook plunges you into a gripping tale of familial intrigue, societal pressures, and personal desires set in the heart of London. With James' exquisite prose, the story delves into the complexities of relationships, ambitions, and the intricacies of Victorian society. Through its vivid characters and vivid depictions, it offers a window into the struggles faced by individuals torn between duty and personal fulfillment.

Dive into Henry James spine-chilling ghost tale, narrated by a young governess tasked with the care of two children in a remote country manor. She becomes convinced they are being haunted. As her narration spirals into hysteria, were left questioning is it madness, or are the phantoms real? (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)

The Henry James Works Collection offers his complete novels and stories, showcasing his masterful narrative style and keen insights into human behavior.

FNH Audio present the first in a new series of science fiction short story collections. A journalist on Mars finds himself in the middle of a coup. An underground operative discovers a man with a formula for winning a planetary war. A lone hunter takes to space to bring down the legendary giant space bat. The best of space detectives gets caught up in an interplanetary extortion ring. In Jorgensen's Worlds secret operative Retief gets dispatched to a frozen world to face off an invasion. Peeten is the guard for the last of the Martian water, when an alien drops into his world...

After her parents' bitter and brutal divorce, young Maisie Farange finds herself pushed back and forth by her selfish mother, Ida, and her vain father, Beale, who value her only as a tool for provoking one another. And when both parents move on and remarry, Maisie - solitary, observant and wise beyond her years - is drawn into a messy and very adult world of lies and betrayal; until she is finally forced to choose her own way of independent living.

Published in 1886, The Bostonians begins with the arrival in Boston of Basil Ransom, a young Mississippi lawyer in search of a career. Through his cousin, Olive Chancellor, Ransom comes to meet Verena, the beautiful daughter of a charlatan faith-healer and showman. When they hear Verena talk, Olive hopes to win the girl over to the feminist cause, Ransom is attracted to her looks, and a battle for possession of the girl begins.

A biting satire on American life which turned convention on its head. This story explores the obsessive affections of the radical Olive Chancellor for Verena Tarrant, a gifted young speaker in the feminist movement. When Olive's cousin Basil becomes equally besotted, the scene is set for a bitter tug of war.

Enter the compelling realm of "The Pupil" by Henry James. This audiobook immerses you in the complex relationship between a young tutor and his enigmatic pupil. As James navigates the themes of innocence, manipulation, and intellectual awakening, you'll be captivated by the interplay of power and vulnerability. Through the intricate narrative, the story delves into the clash of personal ambitions and the allure of mentorship. With its exploration of human psychology and the intricacies of human connections, it offers a profound reflection on the dynamics of education and influence.

Immerse yourself in a riveting tale brimming with passion, unrequited love, and intrigue. A deathbed promise sets off a chilling sequence of murder and concealment, all unfolding within a close-knit community consumed by secrets. - Summary by Shih-Ping.

“A great teacher,” Jeremy Paxman, BBC’s Newsnight. “Clearly Francis Gilbert is a gifted and charismatic teacher,” Philip Pullman, author of Northern Lights. “Gilbert writes so well that you half-suspect he could give up the day job,” The Independent. Are you a student struggling to understand Henry James’s classic novel The Turn of the Screw? Or are you an educator wanting ready-made exercises and guidance to help you teach this difficult text? Do your students need support to understand the language properly and work independently on the book? This edition of James’s ...

Short stories have always been a sort of instant access into an author’s brain, their soul and heart. They can lift our lives into locations, people and experiences with a sweep of landscape, narration, feelings and emotions that is difficult to achieve elsewhere. For America, as the century closes, she is becoming less isolated. Her industrial might, her rising military power are pulling her ever closer into the entangled globe of nations. Her authors flex ideas and lexicons with riveting tales of this astonishing society.

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