Length47m
About this audiobook
Two children are left alone with a mysterious, forbidden box, leading to a moment of curiosity that changes the nature of the world forever. The story explores the introduction of pain and trouble into human existence, but also the arrival of the one thing that makes life bearable: Hope. Hawthorne’s narrative is both whimsical and deeply philosophical, capturing the bittersweet transition from innocence to experience. It is a poignant, beautifully told fable that offers comfort in the face of life’s inevitable hardships.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★ 3.4 (35)
Includes Goodreads
GenreFantasy, General Fiction
Length47 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateFeb 23, 2026
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1TANGLEWOOD PLAY-ROOM.
2THE PARADISE OF CHILDREN.
3TANGLEWOOD PLAY-ROOM.: AFTER THE STORY.
4IMPRINT | DISCLAIMER
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