# William Congreve
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william congreve (24 January 1670 – 19 January 1729) was an English playwright and poet of the Restoration period. He is known for his clever, satirical dialogue and influence on the comedy of manners style of that period. He was also a minor political figure in the British Whig Party.
Modish Men and the Way of the World: The Great Restoration Comedies of Manners
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Well, I probably should have done this episode earlier, since it might have been good for it to precede our other discussions of Resto comedy. But I made a last minute decision and included a second play, which kind of threw off the old chronology. But it's good all the same!
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Gilmore Girls Season 1, Episode 7, "Kiss and Tell": Pop Culture Rewatch
Welcome to Gilmore Girls Season 1, Episode 7, "Kiss and Tell": Pop Culture Rewatch ! In this podcast episode, I share the books and pop culture referenced when Dean kisses Rory in Doose's Market, and she, Dean, and Lorelai have a movie night together.
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The Feminist Critique of Mad Woman
We are getting angry and witchy today with mad woman from Taylor Swift’s 2020 album, folklore. Uncle Jerry teaches us where the word hysteria comes from, how women have been written about for centuries, and how sometimes, we make our own monsters.
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Semele
LibriVox recording of Semele by William Congreve. Read in English by LibriVox Volunteers. Semele is an opera libretto by William Congreve which was set to music first by John Eccles and later by George Frederick Händel....
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Music as medicine: How the arts can heal
"Musick has Charms to sooth a savage Breast,To soften Rocks, or bend a knotted Oak." (William Congreve)
It is often said that music is healing, but what are some ways that this truism plays out in practice? Jon Batiste recently collaborated with Joanne Loewy of Mount Sinai on a study that advances …
Music Hath Charms
In his 1697 play The Mourning Bride, playwright William Congreve wrote that “Musick hath charms to sooth a savage breast [i.e. a savage heart], to soften rocks or bend a knotted oak”.
The Fall of Bangalore, Part 1: The Siege
Following the lightning-fast two-hour fall of the pete, Lord Cornwallis found himself trapped in a gruelling logistical nightmare against the strongest fortress in Mysore. From March 12 to 20, 1791, the siege of Bangalore Fort became a high-stakes chess match of engineering versus endurance. In the…
Way of the World - William Congreve
The Way of the World is a masterful Restoration comedy by William Congreve, centering on the lovers Mirabell and Millamant as they navigate the complexities of love, deceit, and social expectations. To secure Millamant's dowry, Mirabell must win the approval of her bitter aunt, Lady Wishfort, who h…
Love for Love-William Congreve
"Love for Love" by William Congreve is a timeless exploration of love, desire, and the complexities of human relationships. This spirited comedy delves into the intricacies of romantic entanglements, showcasing the characters' struggles and triumphs as they navigate the often tumultuous waters of a…
Love for Love-William Congreve
"Love for Love" by William Congreve is a brilliant exploration of love, desire, and the complexities of human relationships, showcasing the witty dialogue and sharp social commentary that characterize Congreve's work. This enduring comedy highlights the often tumultuous nature of romantic entanglem…
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