The Good Soldier (Annotated)
Enriched Edition. Historical Romance NovelBy Ford Madox Ford
Length9h 52m
About this audiobook
Ford Madox Ford's The Good Soldier is a landmark of modernist fiction, a tale of adultery, deception, illness, and moral disintegration among two apparently refined couples in prewar Europe. Subtitled "A Tale of Passion," the novel is narrated by the famously unreliable John Dowell, whose fragmented recollections, hesitations, and revisions make the act of storytelling itself a central drama. Its elegant, elliptical prose and fractured chronology place it beside the innovations of Conrad, James, and early twentieth-century psychological realism. Ford Madox Ford, born Ford Hermann Hueffer in 1873, was a novelist, editor, critic, and central figure in literary modernism. His collaborations with Joseph Conrad and his editorial work on The English Review sharpened his interest in impressionistic technique and narrative instability. The Good Soldier reflects Ford's cosmopolitan upbringing, his knowledge of continental society, and his personal experience of troubled relationships, transforming private disillusionment into a searching study of civilized appearances and emotional ruin. This book is highly recommended to readers interested in modernism, unreliable narration, and the hidden violence beneath social decorum. It rewards close attention, offering not simple scandal but a profound meditation on memory, desire, innocence, and self-deception.
This enriched edition has been carefully crafted to add value to your reading experience.
- A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes.
- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.
- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing.
- An Author Biography reveals milestones in the author's life, illuminating the personal insights behind the text.
- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.
- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.
Audiobook details
GenreLiterary Classics, General Fiction
Length9 hrs 52 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateJun 19, 2019
LanguageEnglish
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