Length5h 11m
About this audiobook
Virginia Woolf's "Between the Acts" is a beautifully crafted novel that intertwines the mundane and the profound within the fabric of a rural English village on the eve of World War II. The narrative unfolds through the lens of a theatrical play performed by the villagers, serving as both a literal and metaphorical exploration of time, identity, and the transient nature of human experience. Woolf's signature stream-of-consciousness style is evident as she deftly navigates the inner thoughts and emotions of her characters, revealing the intricate webs of their relationships and societal roles against the backdrop of a changing world. Woolf, a central figure in modernist literature, drew inspiration from her own experiences and the socio-political landscape of her time. Having faced personal tragedies and the constraints of gender, her works often reflect a deep exploration of consciousness and identity. "Between the Acts," published posthumously in 1941, encapsulates her preoccupation with the boundaries of narrative and the call for artistic expression in times of crisis, emphasizing the importance of memory and the resilience of the human spirit. This novel is highly recommended for readers seeking a profound and lyrical exploration of life's ephemerality. Woolf's rich prose and astute observations invite readers to immerse themselves in the complexities of human emotions, making it a poignant reflection on art and existence that resonates deeply with contemporary audiences.
Audiobook details
GenreGeneral Fiction
Length5 hrs 11 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 29, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Between the Acts
2Text (pt. 1)
3Text (pt. 2)
4Text (pt. 3)
OrlandoVirginia Woolf9h 41m$1 · $0.00
A ROOM OF ONE'S OWNVirginia Woolf3h 53m$1 · $0.00
On Being IllVirginia Woolf28m$2 · $0.00
Die Fahrt zum LeuchtturmVirginia Woolf10h 12m$2 · $0.00
OrlandoVirginia Woolf12h 1m$2 · $0.00
The Collected Essays of Virginia WoolfVirginia Woolf9h 12m$2 · $0.00
ORLANDOVirginia Woolf9h 43m$2 · $0.00
Roger Fry: a biography by Virginia WoolfVirginia Woolf10h 5m$1 · $0.00
El cuarto de JacobVirginia Woolf6h 39m$2 · $0.00
Monday or Tuesday & Other StoriesVirginia Woolf2h 59m$2 · $0.00
Virginia Woolf: The Moment & Other EssaysVirginia Woolf5h 47m$2 · $0.00
The WavesVirginia Woolf9h 22m$2 · $0.00
The Complete Novels - 9 Books in One EditionVirginia Woolf91h 6m$2 · $0.00
On Being IllVirginia Woolf1h 50m$2 · $0.00
The Collected Essays of Virginia WoolfVirginia Woolf7h 59m$2 · $0.00
Virginia Woolf: A Conversation with Walter Sickert, the Renowned English PainterVirginia Woolf31m$1 · $0.00
FRESHWATERVirginia Woolf2h 27m$1 · $0.00
THE YEARSVirginia Woolf15h 43m$1 · $0.00
The Art of BiographyVirginia Woolf3h 28m$2 · $0.00
The Common Reader - Second Series (1935)Virginia Woolf10h 24m$1 · $0.00
Beyond Temptation & Risky PleasuresBrenda Jackson10h 53m$24 · $0.00
Shōgun, Part TwoJames Clavell29h 16m$40
Showdown in the Big EasyCharles Tillman, Michael Anderle, Martha Carr7h 37m$23
Searching For ThanksgivingS.E. Smith4h 24m$20
Naughty 4Brenda Hampton7h 30m$17
The Dance with Me TrilogyShelley Shepard Gray21h 44m$35
The DopemanJaQuavis Coleman5h 25m$20
Sherlock Holmes: The Ultimate CollectionArthur Conan Doyle59h 49m$5 · $0.00
My Favorite Husband, Vol. 1Hollywood 360, CBS Radio5h 40m$14
WhistlerAnn Patchett10h 45m$29 · $0.00
Grand Opening 2Carl Weber9h 16m$20
Sons of Valor II: Violence of ActionBrian Andrews, Jeffrey Wilson12h 34m$23
Malevolent MagicMildred Abbott7h 13m$17
Look TwiceEva Hudson9h 48m$20
The Complete Novels of Lucy Maud MontgomeryLucy Maud Montgomery203h 59m$1 · $0.00
The Complete Books of F. Scott Fitzgerald (all his 5 novels + all 4 short story collections published during his lifetime)F. Scott Fitzgerald87h 53m$2 · $0.00
Bikes, Toys, and Hot BoyzGenesis Woods, Shantaé13h 9m$23
The Natchez Burning TrilogyGreg Iles96h 18m$53 · $0.00
War LordBernard Cornwell13h 21m$33 · $0.00
Ghetto BastardK’wan7h 37m$20
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