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Length1h 37m
About this audiobook
A struggling artist in Rome becomes obsessed with creating a singular masterpiece, a painting of the Madonna that never seems to reach completion. His idealistic visions are constantly thwarted by the harsh realities of time and his own limitations. This tragic story serves as a poignant allegory for the elusive nature of perfection.
Audiobook details
GenreLiterary Classics, General Fiction
Length1 hr 37 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateFeb 24, 2026
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The Madonna of the Future
2IMPRINT | DISCLAIMER
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