Love, Lust & Heartbreak: 50 Romance Classics in One Collection
By Stendhal, Charles Dickens, William Shakespeare, Burton Egbert Stevenson, Charlotte Brontë, Anne Brontë, Emily Brontë, Henry James, Louisa May Alcott, Jane Austen, George Eliot, Walter Scott, Thomas Hardy, O. Douglas, Edith Wharton, Alexandre Dumas, Meredith Nicholson, Virginia Woolf, Nathaniel Hawthorne, Gaston Leroux, Grace Livingston Hill, Theodore Dreiser, Kate Chopin, Earl Derr Biggers, Fanny Burney, Georgette Heyer, H. G. Wells, E. M. Forster, F. Scott Fitzgerald, Leo Tolstoy, Elizabeth Gaskell, P.G. Wodehouse, R.D. Blackmore, Pierre Choderlos de Laclos, Madeleine L'Engle
Length766h 49m
About this audiobook
Embark on an eloquent journey through the intricacies of human emotion with "Love, Lust & Heartbreak: 50 Romance Classics in One Collection." This anthology curates a breathtaking array of literary masterpieces that capture the ephemeral nature of love in all its forms—from the youthful infatuations to the somber depths of heartbreak. Setting the stage across romantic landscapes and tumultuous interiors, the collection spans a myriad of styles from the poignant realism of Edith Wharton to the romantic idealism of George Eliot, intertwining passion and disillusionment in tales that have captivated readers for generations. The contributing authors in this collection are stalwarts of the romantic tradition, hailing from diverse backgrounds and literary movements that span the globe. From the impassioned prose of Stendhal and the satirical wit of Jane Austen, to the psychological insight of Virginia Woolf and the pioneering narratives of Brontë sisters, these writers synthesize their experiences and cultural contexts to craft a cohesive exploration of love. This enriching gathering draws on the historical and literary evolution of the romance genre, offering a testament to the varied interpretations of love that transcend time and place. "Love, Lust & Heartbreak" invites readers into a kaleidoscope of emotions, offering an unparalleled opportunity to explore connections between style, context, and thematic depth within a single volume. The anthology stands as an essential collection for those seeking both an educational exploration and a heartfelt experience. Delight in its breadth of insights, embrace the multifaceted nature of love, and immerse yourself in a dialogue across epochs, woven together by the distinct voices of literature's great romantics.
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Rating★★★★ 4.3 (14)
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GenreLiterary Classics, Romance
Length766 hrs 49 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 12, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
2Romeo & Juliet by William Shakespeare(Play) (pt. 1)
3Romeo & Juliet by William Shakespeare(Play) (pt. 2)
4Romeo & Juliet (Prose Version) (pt. 1)
5Romeo & Juliet (Prose Version) (pt. 2)
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6Romeo & Juliet (Prose Version) (pt. 3)
7Romeo & Juliet (Prose Version) (pt. 4)
8Romeo & Juliet (Prose Version) (pt. 5)
9Evelina (Fanny Burney) (pt. 1)
10Evelina (Fanny Burney) (pt. 2)
11Evelina (Fanny Burney) (pt. 3)
12Evelina (Fanny Burney) (pt. 4)
13Evelina (Fanny Burney) (pt. 5)
14Evelina (Fanny Burney) (pt. 6)
15Evelina (Fanny Burney) (pt. 7)
16Evelina (Fanny Burney) (pt. 8)
17Camilla (Fanny Burney) (pt. 1)
18Camilla (Fanny Burney) (pt. 2)
19Camilla (Fanny Burney) (pt. 3)
20Camilla (Fanny Burney) (pt. 4)
21Camilla (Fanny Burney) (pt. 5)
22Camilla (Fanny Burney) (pt. 6)
23Camilla (Fanny Burney) (pt. 7)
24Camilla (Fanny Burney) (pt. 8)
25Camilla (Fanny Burney) (pt. 9)
26Camilla (Fanny Burney) (pt. 10)
27Camilla (Fanny Burney) (pt. 11)
28Camilla (Fanny Burney) (pt. 12)
29Camilla (Fanny Burney) (pt. 13)
30Camilla (Fanny Burney) (pt. 14)
31Camilla (Fanny Burney) (pt. 15)
32Camilla (Fanny Burney) (pt. 16)
33Camilla (Fanny Burney) (pt. 17)
34Pride and Prejudice (Jane Austen) (pt. 1)
35Pride and Prejudice (Jane Austen) (pt. 2)
36Pride and Prejudice (Jane Austen) (pt. 3)
37Pride and Prejudice (Jane Austen) (pt. 4)
38Pride and Prejudice (Jane Austen) (pt. 5)
39Pride and Prejudice (Jane Austen) (pt. 6)
40Sense and Sensibility (Jane Austen) (pt. 1)
41Sense and Sensibility (Jane Austen) (pt. 2)
42Sense and Sensibility (Jane Austen) (pt. 3)
43Sense and Sensibility (Jane Austen) (pt. 4)
44Sense and Sensibility (Jane Austen) (pt. 5)
45Sense and Sensibility (Jane Austen) (pt. 6)
46Mansfield Park (Jane Austen) (pt. 1)
47Mansfield Park (Jane Austen) (pt. 2)
48Mansfield Park (Jane Austen) (pt. 3)
49Mansfield Park (Jane Austen) (pt. 4)
50Mansfield Park (Jane Austen) (pt. 5)
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