The London Prodigal by William Shakespeare audiobook.

Genre: comedy

Step into the riotous, shadowy streets of Jacobean London with The London Prodigal, a long-lost gem of Shakespearean drama now brought thrillingly to life in audiobook form—where every whispered intrigue, every thunderous accusation, and every heartfelt plea leaps from the page through expert narration and immersive soundscapes. Here you’ll meet young Frank Golding, heir to a fortune that flatters him into folly, squandering his inheritance in a swirl of tavern songs, reckless bets, and the seductive promises of city life—while his patient father, old Golding, and his ever-watchful mother, Mistress Golding, navigate the heartbreaking tension between familial duty and unforgiving pride. What follows is a delicious dance of disguises and deceptions: scheming servants, bold conspirators, repentant prodigals, and a host of colorful citizens collide in a world where honor is currency and redemption costs a steep price. As the narrator’s rich timbre weaves in the play’s stirring verse, you’ll feel the bawdy laughter echo off alley walls, the hush of moral reckonings, and the electric thrill of a society on the brink of transformation. Whether you’re a longtime devotee of the Bard or discovering this lesser‑known masterpiece for the first time, the audiobook’s dynamic performances elevate every snide joke, every tender apology, and every crescendo of forgiveness—inviting you not merely to listen, but to step into the heart of early modern London and witness a story of folly and forgiveness so vivid it feels as immediate as today’s headlines. Don your headphones, surrender to the cadence of Shakespeare’s language, and prepare to be swept away by an unforgettable journey from excess to atonement that only this masterful audio production can deliver.

Chapters (Approximate)

(00:00:00) Chapter 1

(00:28:42) Chapter 2

(00:54:07) Chapter 3

(01:27:58) Chapter 4

(01:43:20) Chapter 5

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