Length1h 55m
About this audiobook
A family’s rigid adherence to social hierarchy is put to the test when the heir to a fortune chooses a path that contradicts his father’s expectations. This drama explores the weight of tradition and the difficulty of asserting individual identity within a powerful dynasty. Galsworthy highlights the conflict between the older generation’s obsession with legacy and the younger generation’s search for authenticity. The play serves as a sharp commentary on the limitations of class and the burden of being the "eldest son." It is a tense and insightful domestic drama.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★ 3.3 (29)
Includes Goodreads
GenreLiterary Classics
Length1 hr 55 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateFeb 23, 2026
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1SCENE I
2ACT II
3ACT III
4IMPRINT | DISCLAIMER
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