The Greatest Works of Jean Webster
Enriched edition. Daddy-Long-Legs, Dear Enemy, When Patty Went to College, Just Patty, Jerry JuniorBy Jean Webster
Length27h 3m
About this audiobook
The Greatest Works of Jean Webster is a collection of the most celebrated novels and short stories by the beloved author. Webster's writing style is characterized by its warmth, humor, and insightful commentary on social issues of her time. Through her engaging narrative and well-developed characters, Webster provides readers with a glimpse into the lives of young women navigating the challenges of early 20th-century America. Her works are considered classics of American literature, showcasing her talent for blending entertaining storytelling with thought-provoking themes. Whether exploring the struggles of orphans in Daddy-Long-Legs or highlighting the importance of education in Just Patty, Webster's stories continue to resonate with readers today. The Greatest Works of Jean Webster is a must-read for those interested in classic literature, women's writing, and the socio-cultural landscape of the Progressive Era.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works' unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions.
- A Historical Context section situates the works in their broader era—social currents, cultural trends, and key events that underpin their creation.
- A concise Synopsis (Selection) offers an accessible overview of the included texts, helping readers navigate plotlines and main ideas without revealing critical twists.
- A unified Analysis examines recurring motifs and stylistic hallmarks across the collection, tying the stories together while spotlighting the different work's strengths.
- Reflection questions inspire deeper contemplation of the author's overarching message, inviting readers to draw connections among different texts and relate them to modern contexts.
- Lastly, our hand‐picked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collection's central themes.
Audiobook details
GenreChildren's Literature
Length27 hrs 3 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateJan 4, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
10The Greatest Works of Jean Webster (pt. 6)
2Introduction
11The Greatest Works of Jean Webster (pt. 7)
3Historical Context
12The Greatest Works of Jean Webster (pt. 8)
4Synopsis (Selection)
13The Greatest Works of Jean Webster (pt. 9)
5The Greatest Works of Jean Webster (pt. 1)
14The Greatest Works of Jean Webster (pt. 10)
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6The Greatest Works of Jean Webster (pt. 2)
15The Greatest Works of Jean Webster (pt. 11)
7The Greatest Works of Jean Webster (pt. 3)
16Analysis
8The Greatest Works of Jean Webster (pt. 4)
17Reflection
9The Greatest Works of Jean Webster (pt. 5)
18Memorable Quotes
Dear Enemy (Annotated)Jean Webster8h 25m$2 · $0.00
Dear EnemyJean Webster8h 12m$1 · $0.00
Much Ado About PeterJean Webster3h 31m$2 · $0.00
VehnäprinsessaJean Webster12h 28m$2 · $0.00
Jerry JuniorJean Webster3h 8m$2 · $0.00
Just Patty (Annotated)Jean Webster6h 46m$2 · $0.00
Jerry JuniorJean Webster4h 30m$1 · $0.00
Papá Piernas LargasJean Webster4h 20m$1 · $0.00
Just PattyJean Webster10h 50m$1 · $0.00
Dear EnemyJean Webster8h 8m$1 · $0.00
The Wheat PrincessJean Webster10h 48m$1 · $0.00
Het "John Grier Home"Jean Webster8h 52m$2 · $0.00
Much Ado About PeterJean Webster3h 31m$2 · $0.00
Jerry Junior (Annotated)Jean Webster5h 22m$2 · $0.00
JUST PATTYJean Webster6h 37m$1 · $0.00
The Best Little Women Novels - Jean Webster Edition (Annotated)Jean Webster27h 12m$2 · $0.00
Daddy-Long-LegsJean Webster4h 48m$2 · $0.00
Papa-Lang-BeineJean Webster4h 51m$2 · $0.00
Daddy-Long-Legs & Dear Enemy (Annotated)Jean Webster12h 24m$2 · $0.00
Because My Destiny AwaitsCorwin McGinnis2h 40m$15
The Andrew Lang Fairy Books: Complete CollectionAndrew Lang133h 39m$2 · $0.00
A Wolf Called FireRosanne Parry4h 7m$7 · $0.00
The Daughter of AuschwitzTova Friedman3h 2m1 (1)$18 · $0.00
RevolutionariesSanjeev Sanyal7h 25m$24 · $0.00
Warriors #6: The Darkest HourErin Hunter8h 8m$26 · $0.00
L. M. Montgomery – Premium Collection: Novels, Short Stories, Poetry & MemoirsLucy Maud Montgomery155h 49m$2 · $0.00
Eyes That Kiss in the CornersJoanna Ho5m$4 · $0.00
Maddi's FridgeLois Brandt, Vin Vogel11m$5 · $0.00
The First Cat in Space and the Wrath of the PaperclipMac Barnett1h 29m$16 · $0.00
Tales of Beatrix PotterBeatrix Potter3h 12m$12 · $0.00
Little Lord Fauntleroy (Annotated)Frances Hodgson Burnett7h 56m$2 · $0.00
The Nutcracker and The Mouse King (Annotated)E.T.A. Hoffmann4h 4m$2 · $0.00
My Weird School Special: We're Red, Weird, and Blue! What Can We Do?Dan Gutman1h 4m$13 · $0.00
Deep ZoneTim Green6h 12m$20
REBECCA OF SUNNYBROOK FARM & NEW CHRONICLES OF REBECCA (Children's Book Classics) (Annotated)Kate Douglas Wiggin15h 32m$2 · $0.00
The Pilgrim’s ProgressRousseaux Brasseur3h 22m$17
Just William (Illustrated) (Annotated)Richmal Crompton6h 30m$2 · $0.00
The Labors of Hercules BealGary D. Schmidt8h 17m$8 · $0.00
Clancy of the Overflow (The Matilda Saga, #9)Jackie French14h 24m$33 · $0.00
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