Edina

Edina

A NovelBy Henry Mrs. Wood
Michael Caine
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Length14h

About this audiobook

In her evocative novel "Edina," Mrs. Henry Wood intricately weaves a tapestry of Victorian social dynamics and the quest for identity in a rapidly changing world. The narrative unfolds in a rich prose style characteristic of the mid-nineteenth century, imbued with keen psychological insight and vividly rendered settings. The plot centers around Edina, the titular character, whose journey through love, ambition, and societal expectations reflects the period's moral undertones while illuminating the struggles faced by women seeking autonomy in a patriarchal society. Wood's skillful blending of romance and social commentary positions the novel within the broader literary context of her contemporaries, such as Elizabeth Gaskell and George Eliot, yet it possesses a unique perspective grounded in personal agency and emotional depth. Henry Mrs. Wood (1814-1887) was an influential English novelist whose works often explored the complexities of human relationships and moral dilemmas. Her extensive literary output, which included novels, plays, and essays, mirrored her own experiences as a woman navigating the literary world of her time. The personal trials of her youth and her keen observations of society fueled her storytelling, making her an articulate voice for women's issues and social reform. "Edina" is not only a compelling read but also an essential exploration of the societal constraints of its time, making it a valuable addition to the canon of Victorian literature. Readers interested in the intersection of gender and narrative will find Wood's insights poignant and relevant, thereby recommending this novel to anyone seeking a rich, reflective literary experience.

Audiobook details

Rating★★★★ 4.1 (13)
Includes Goodreads
GenreRomance, Historical Fiction
Length14 hrs
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateSep 4, 2022
LanguageEnglish

Table of contents

1Introduction
21CHAPTER IV.
2CHAPTER IV.
22CHAPTER V.
3CHAPTER V.
23CHAPTER VI.
4CHAPTER VI.
24CHAPTER VII.
5CHAPTER VII.
25CHAPTER VIII.
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6CHAPTER VIII.
26CHAPTER IX.
7CHAPTER IX.
27CHAPTER X.
8CHAPTER X.
28PART THE THIRD.
9CHAPTER XI.
29CHAPTER I.
10CHAPTER XII.
30CHAPTER II.
11CHAPTER XIII.
31CHAPTER III.
12CHAPTER XIV.
32CHAPTER IV.
13CHAPTER XV.
33CHAPTER V.
14CHAPTER XVI.
34CHAPTER VI.
15CHAPTER XVII.
35CHAPTER VII.
16CHAPTER XVIII.
36CHAPTER VIII.
17PART THE SECOND.
37CHAPTER IX.
18CHAPTER I.
38CHAPTER X.
19CHAPTER II.
39CHAPTER XI.
20CHAPTER III.
40THE END.

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