{"podcast":{"title":"Great Works of Drama","slug":"great-works-of-drama-7098883","podcast_index_feed_id":7098883,"rss_url":"https://www.spreaker.com/show/6405854/episodes/feed","website_url":"https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/great-works-of-drama--6405854","image_url":"https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/2830c4f7a34837427f0f216b823369e8.jpg","author":"The Podcast Network","episode_count":96,"summary":"Immerse yourself in the profound world of human emotion and conflict with \"Great Works of Drama.\" This podcast invites you to explore a diverse collection of timeless plays and dramatic narratives that delve into the intricacies of the human condition. Each episode features a new complete audiobook, showcasing a rotating selection that highlights the depth of character, the complexity of relationships, and the moral dilemmas that define our existence. As you engage with these powerful stories, you'll encounter unforgettable moments of tension, love, betrayal, and redemption, all crafted to resonate deeply with listeners. This is not a single story but a series of unique explorations that celebrate the art of drama in its many forms. Join us on this journey to discover a new book with every episode, and let the power of these dramatic works enrich your understanding of life and humanity.","last_synced_at":"2026-09-19T14:17:31.966413+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/great-works-of-drama-7098883"},"episode":{"title":"City of Dreadful Night and Other Poems-James Thomson","slug":"city-of-dreadful-night-and-other-poems-james-thomson","published_at":"2026-08-18T09:00:32+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/great-works-of-drama-7098883/city-of-dreadful-night-and-other-poems-james-thomson","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/great-works-of-drama-7098883","url":"https://www.spreaker.com/episode/city-of-dreadful-night-and-other-poems-james-thomson--73352517","audio_url":"https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73352517/city_of_dreadful_night_and_other_poems_james_thomson.mp3","summary":"\"City of Dreadful Night and Other Poems\" by James Thomson delves into the depths of human despair and existential contemplation, capturing the haunting essence of urban life. Through its evocative imagery and poignant themes, Thomson explores the struggles of the human condition, making it a timeless reflection on loneliness and the search for meaning. The work resonates today as it confronts the darkness that often accompanies modern existence, inviting listeners to reflect on their own experiences of isolation and hope. Thomson's masterful command of language and emotion ensures that these poems remain relevant, offering solace and understanding to anyone grappling with the complexities of life.","meta_description":"\"City of Dreadful Night and Other Poems\" by James Thomson delves into the depths of human despair and existential contemplation, capturing the haunting es…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":12820,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/great-works-of-drama-7098883/episodes/city-of-dreadful-night-and-other-poems-james-thomson/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/great-works-of-drama-7098883/city-of-dreadful-night-and-other-poems-james-thomson.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}