The Countess of Rudolstadt
Love, Betrayal, and Redemption in 19th Century FranceBy George Sand
Length17h 32m
About this audiobook
In "The Countess of Rudolstadt," George Sand presents a captivating narrative that intertwines themes of love, political strife, and individual freedom within the context of 19th-century European society. Written in a richly lyrical style, the novel explores the inner lives of its characters against a backdrop of historical turmoil, reflecting Sand's profound interest in Romantic ideals. The novella showcases her characteristic deftness in character development, blending philosophical musings with a compelling plot that challenges societal norms and explores the philosophical underpinnings of personal choice and destiny. George Sand, a prominent figure in the literary movement of Romanticism, often drew from her own experiences in society and advocacy for women's rights to inform her writing. Born Amandine Lucile Aurore Dupin, Countess of a family that endured the strife of revolutionary France, her passionate perspectives on love and liberty resonate deeply in this work. Sand's bold defiance of gender expectations in her own life evidently shapes the nuanced portrayals of her complex characters, who struggle against the constraints of their worlds. Readers who seek a thought-provoking exploration of freedom, love, and societal limitations will find "The Countess of Rudolstadt" a rich and rewarding experience. Sand's articulation of the female psyche and her critique of societal norms invite readers into a world where the heart'Äôs desires often clash with rigid expectations, making it a timeless piece that remains relevant in contemporary discourse about identity and autonomy.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 4.1 (507)
Includes Goodreads
GenreRomance, Literary Classics
Length17 hrs 32 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 19, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
23CHAPTER XXII
2CHAPTER I
24CHAPTER XXIII
3CHAPTER II
25CHAPTER XXIV
4CHAPTER III
26CHAPTER XXV
5CHAPTER IV
27CHAPTER XXVI
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6Transcriber's Note
28CHAPTER XXVII
7CHAPTER VI
29CHAPTER XXVIII
8CHAPTER VII[6]
30CHAPTER XXIX
9CHAPTER VIII
31CHAPTER XXX
10CHAPTER IX
32CHAPTER XXXI
11CHAPTER X
33CHAPTER XXXII
12CHAPTER XI
34CHAPTER XXXIII
13CHAPTER XII
35CHAPTER XXXIV
14CHAPTER XIII
36CHAPTER XXXV
15CHAPTER XIV
37CHAPTER XXXVI
16CHAPTER XV
38CHAPTER XXXVII
17CHAPTER XVI
39CHAPTER XXXVIII
18CHAPTER XVII
40CHAPTER XXXIX
19CHAPTER XVIII
41CHAPTER XL
20CHAPTER XIX
42CHAPTER XLI
21CHAPTER XX
43EPILOGUE
22CHAPTER XXI
44LETTER OF PHILO[23]
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