Sandra Belloni (originally Emilia in England) — Complete
Love, Ambition, and Identity in Victorian EnglandBy George Meredith
Length19h 38m
About this audiobook
George Meredith'Äôs "Sandra Belloni (originally Emilia in England) 'Äî Complete" is a nuanced exploration of personal identity, social constraints, and romantic entanglements, set against the backdrop of Victorian England. This novel intricately blends rich character development with Meredith's distinctive style, characterized by psychological depth and a keen attention to the subtleties of human emotion. The narrative unfolds with an emphasis on both internal and external conflicts, as the titular Sandra grapples with societal expectations and her own desires, reflecting the Victorian struggle between individual freedom and social conformity. Meredith, an esteemed figure in Victorian literature, was known for his progressive views on gender and his deep engagement with the philosophical dilemmas of his time. Having experienced personal and professional challenges, including early hardships and a complex relationship with his own identity, he produced works that delved into the intricacies of human relationships and the social commentary of his era. His insights into love, disillusionment, and the quest for authenticity inform the depth of "Sandra Belloni." This compelling novel is an essential read for those interested in Victorian literature, gender studies, and psychological realism. Meredith's masterful storytelling invites readers to reflect on the delicate interplay between societal expectations and personal aspirations, making it a timeless exploration of what it means to find one'Äôs true self.
Audiobook details
GenreLiterary Classics, General Fiction
Length19 hrs 38 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 29, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER I
31CHAPTER XXXI
2CHAPTER II
32CHAPTER XXXII
3CHAPTER III
33CHAPTER XXXIII
4CHAPTER IV
34CHAPTER XXXIV
5CHAPTER V
35CHAPTER XXXV
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6CHAPTER VI: “My father is one of the most wonderful men in the whole world!”
36CHAPTER, XXXVI
7CHAPTER VII
37CHAPTER XXXVII
8CHAPTER VIII
38CHAPTER XXXVIII: “My voice! I have my voice!”
9CHAPTER IX
39CHAPTER XXXIX
10CHAPTER X
40CHAPTER XL
11CHAPTER XI
41CHAPTER XLI: “Sei buon' Italiana?”
12CHAPTER XII
42CHAPTER XLII
13CHAPTER XIII
43CHAPTER XLIII: [Georgiana Ford to Wilfrid:]
14CHAPTER XIV
44CHAPTER XLIV
15CHAPTER XV
45CHAPTER XLV
16CHAPTER XVI
46CHAPTER XLVI
17CHAPTER XVII
47CHAPTER XLVII
18CHAPTER XVIII
48CHAPTER XLVIII
19CHAPTER XIX
49CHAPTER XLIX: “My brother tells me it is your wish to see Mr. Wilfrid Pole.”
20CHAPTER XX
50CHAPTER L
21CHAPTER XXI
51CHAPTER LI
22CHAPTER XXII
52CHAPTER LII: “Don't blame yourself, my Wilfrid.”
23CHAPTER XXIII
53CHAPTER LIII
24CHAPTER XXIV
54CHAPTER LIV
25CHAPTER XXV
55CHAPTER LV
26CHAPTER XXVI
56CHAPTER LVI
27CHAPTER XXVII
57CHAPTER LVII
28CHAPTER XXVIII
58CHAPTER LVIII
29CHAPTER XXIX
59CHAPTER LIX
30CHAPTER XXX
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