Length6h 22m
About this audiobook
In "An Old Man's Love," Anthony Trollope explores the intricate dynamics of love and human relationships through the eyes of its aging protagonist. Set against the backdrop of Victorian society, the novella masterfully weaves themes of unrequited affection and generational discord, reflecting Trollope's keen observation of social conventions. The narrative is presented in a richly descriptive style, illuminating the inner thoughts of its characters and employing a blend of humor and pathos, which is characteristic of Trollope's broader literary oeuvre. The story raises fundamental questions about love's persistence in the twilight years of life, making it a poignant examination of desire and regret. Trollope, an astute chronicler of his time, draws upon his own experiences and societal insights throughout this work. Having penned over forty novels, he had a unique understanding of human behavior shaped by his diverse career, which included a tenure in the British Post Office that provided him with a broad perspective on social class and relationships. His ability to juxtapose raw emotionality with the practicalities of life enriches this particular narrative, making it both relatable and deeply profound. Readers are encouraged to delve into "An Old Man's Love" for its timeless exploration of love's complexities and the reflections it provokes about aging. Trollope's genius lies in his ability to create characters that resonate with the reader's own experiences, making this novella not only a literary treasure but a mirror to our own lives. It is an essential read for enthusiasts of Victorian literature and those pondering the nature of affection across time.
Audiobook details
GenreRomance, General Fiction
Length6 hrs 22 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateSep 16, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction (pt. 1)
2Introduction (pt. 2)
3Introduction (pt. 3)
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The Macdermots of Ballycloran (Annotated)Anthony Trollope16h 58m$2 · $0.00
Can You Forgive Her? (Annotated)Anthony Trollope34h 55m$2 · $0.00
The Warden - Chronicles of Barsetshire (Unabridged) (Annotated)Anthony Trollope9h 18m$2 · $0.00
Barchester Towers (Annotated)Anthony Trollope23h 1m$2 · $0.00
Anthony Trollope: The Chronicles of Barsetshire & The Palliser Novels (Annotated)Anthony Trollope320h 16m$2 · $0.00
The Last Chronicle of Barset (The Classic Unabridged Edition) (Annotated)Anthony Trollope37h 58m$2 · $0.00
ANTHONY TROLLOPE Ultimate Collection: 100+ Novels & Short Stories; Articles, Memoirs & Essays (Annotated)Anthony Trollope1095h 5m$2 · $0.00
El doctor ThorneAnthony Trollope22h 16m$12 · $0.00
The Palliser Novels: Complete 6 Book Collection (Annotated)Anthony Trollope182h 35m$2 · $0.00
He Knew He Was Right (Annotated)Anthony Trollope37h 50m$2 · $0.00
The Way We Live Now (Annotated)Anthony Trollope38h 51m$2 · $0.00
The Warden (Annotated)Anthony Trollope9h 25m$2 · $0.00
Phineas Finn & Phineas Redux (Annotated)Anthony Trollope56h 46m$2 · $0.00
The Warden (The Classic Unabridged Edition) (Annotated)Anthony Trollope9h 17m$2 · $0.00
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He Knew He Was Right (Unabridged) (Annotated)Anthony Trollope37h 36m$2 · $0.00
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The Chandler Brothers, the Entire CollectionCarly Phillips26h 33m$30
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Desperate MeasuresBrenda Jackson8h 59m5.0 (1)$28 · $0.00
The Complete Works of Jane Austen (Unabridged) (Annotated)Jane Austen90h 24m$2 · $0.00
Searching For ThanksgivingS.E. Smith4h 24m$20
The InheritanceBlair Howard6h 40m$23
The Dance with Me TrilogyShelley Shepard Gray21h 44m$35
The Search (Annotated)Grace Livingston Hill7h 29m$2 · $0.00
The Captivating WarriorCami Checketts, Daniel Banner4h 8m$15
Sniffing Out JusticeCarol J. Post6h 28m$12 · $0.00
TimberTate James15h 36m$23
The ReunionJana Deleon6h 31m$26 · $0.00
Long LostLexi Blake13h 12m$23
The Vineyard BrideKatie Winters5h 5m$15
Something Like LoveBeverly Jenkins10h 21m5.0 (1)$29 · $0.00
Wishes from the HeartSophie Mays4h 9m$15 · $0.00
Blizzard ShowdownShirlee McCoy5h 16m5.0 (1)$12 · $0.00
The Heart of CourageLynne Basham Tagawa10h 57m$20
Love Inspired Suspense October 2025 - Box Set 2 of 2Laura Scott, Carrie Stuart Parks, Jennifer Pierce17h 34m$35 · $0.00
Heart of IronC. M. Alongi15h 24m$30
Ethic IIAshley Antoinette9h 1m$20
RiversnowTess Thompson8h 11m$20
Supreme ClienteleAshley & JaQuavis8h 58m$20
Body Refinement in a Beast Tamer’s World, Book 1Seth Ring14h 7m$27
EmberJeffrey Wilson, Brian Andrews13h 58m$23
The Complete Works of Jane Austen (Unabridged)Jane Austen88h 8m5.0 (1)$1 · $0.00
Desperate MeasuresBrenda Jackson8h 59m5.0 (1)$28 · $0.00
Searching For ThanksgivingS.E. Smith4h 24m$20
Naughty 4Brenda Hampton7h 30m$17
The Dance with Me TrilogyShelley Shepard Gray21h 44m$35
Anne Shirley (Complete 14 Book Collection)Lucy Maud Montgomery125h 28m$2 · $0.00
The DopemanJaQuavis Coleman5h 25m$20
Sherlock Holmes: The Ultimate CollectionArthur Conan Doyle59h 49m$5 · $0.00
WhistlerAnn Patchett10h 45m4.3 (18)$29 · $0.00
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Sons of Valor II: Violence of ActionBrian Andrews, Jeffrey Wilson12h 34m$23
Malevolent MagicMildred Abbott7h 13m$17
Bikes, Toys, and Hot BoyzGenesis Woods, Shantaé13h 9m$23
This Side of Paradise - The Original 1920 Edition (Annotated)F. Scott Fitzgerald11h 30m$2 · $0.00
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