Length1h 49m
About this audiobook
A confectioner's dreams of wealth and status are constantly jeopardized by the antics of his simple-minded brother. This humorous yet sharp tale dissects the folly of social climbing, showing how the bonds of family can be both a burden and an inescapable anchor.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★ 3.4 (993)
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GenreLiterary Classics, General Fiction
Length1 hr 49 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateFeb 23, 2026
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER I
2CHAPTER II
3CHAPTER III
4IMPRINT | DISCLAIMER
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