The Immortal
Or, One Of The "Forty." (L'immortel) - 1877By Alphonse Daudet
Length7h 24m
About this audiobook
Alphonse Daudet's "The Immortal" is a poignant exploration of artistic ambition set against the vibrant backdrop of 19th-century Paris. Written in Daudet's signature lyrical style, the novella weaves complex narratives that reflect both the beauty and the despair of the creative life. The text deftly intersperses personal anecdotes with fictional elements, delving into the lives of artists who are simultaneously revered and forgotten. The literary context is enriched by comparisons to the works of contemporaries like Balzac and Zola, emphasizing the existential struggles of its protagonists amid societal expectations and artistic integrity. Daudet, a French novelist and playwright, was deeply influenced by his own experiences in the literary circles of his time, which undoubtedly informed his portrayal of the artist's plight in "The Immortal." His formative years in the South of France, coupled with his immersion in the cultural milieu of Paris, provided a wellspring of inspiration that shaped his vivid characters and their narratives. Daudet's keen observations on the interplay between fame and obscurity reveal his understanding of the fragile nature of artistic legacy. "The Immortal" is a compelling read for anyone intrigued by the psychological intricacies of creativity and the challenges faced by artists. This novella speaks not only to those within the artistic community but also to anyone who grapples with the fleeting nature of success and the enduring quest for meaning in a transient world.
Audiobook details
GenreLiterary Classics, Romance
Length7 hrs 24 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 4, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1IMMORTAL; OR, THE “FORTY." (L’IMMORTEL)
10CHAPTER IX.
2CHAPTER I.
11CHAPTER X.
3CHAPTER II.
12CHAPTER XI.
4CHAPTER III.
13CHAPTER XII.
5CHAPTER IV.
14CHAPTER XIII.
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6CHAPTER V.
15CHAPTER XIV.
7CHAPTER VI.
16CHAPTER XV.: ‘It’s a scandal.’
8CHAPTER VII.
17CHAPTER XVI.
9CHAPTER VIII.
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