The Undesirable Governess
Love and Intrigue in a World of Forbidden DesiresBy F. Marion Crawford
Length2h 29m
About this audiobook
In F. Marion Crawford's "The Undesirable Governess," readers are immersed in a richly woven narrative that explores themes of societal expectations, personal ambition, and the complexities of human relationships. Set in the late 19th century, the novella employs a blend of realism and melodrama, highlighting the struggles of a governess caught between the rigid constraints of her profession and her aspirations for love and independence. Crawford's elegant prose and insightful character development create a compelling exploration of class dynamics and gender roles, as the titular governess navigates her often precarious position within the social hierarchy. F. Marion Crawford was an American author whose varied literary career was marked by a fascination with the intersection of American and European cultures. Having spent much of his life in Italy, he infused his works with a transatlantic perspective, allowing him to examine the complexities of identity and societal norms. Crawford's personal experiences and keen observations of the social landscape of his time significantly influenced his writing, providing a nuanced backdrop for the character of the governess in this engaging tale. "The Undesirable Governess" is a must-read for those who appreciate incisive social commentary and character-driven storytelling. Crawford invites readers to reflect on the constraints of societal norms and the often overlooked voices of women in literature. This novella will resonate with lovers of historical fiction and anyone interested in the intricacies of human relationships, making it an enriching addition to both academic and casual reading lists.
Audiobook details
GenreRomance, Historical Fiction
Length2 hrs 29 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 5, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER I
5CHAPTER V
2CHAPTER II
6CHAPTER VI
3CHAPTER III
7CHAPTER VII
4CHAPTER IV
8CHAPTER VIII
Paul PatoffF. Marion Crawford12h 8m$1 · $0.00
Doctor Claudius, A True StoryF. Marion Crawford9h 36m$2 · $0.00
The Diva's RubyF. Marion Crawford11h 9m$2 · $0.00
The PrimadonnaF. Marion Crawford10h 46m$2 · $0.00
CeciliaF. Marion Crawford12h$2 · $0.00
In the Palace of the KingF. Marion Crawford9h 56m$1 · $0.00
For the Blood Is the Life and Other StoriesF. Marion Crawford7h 46m$2 · $0.00
Sant' IlarioF. Marion Crawford15h 46m$2 · $0.00
A Tale of a Lonely ParishF. Marion Crawford10h 38m$2 · $0.00
Khaled, A Tale of ArabiaF. Marion Crawford4h 38m$1 · $0.00
For the Blood Is the Life and Other StoriesF. Marion Crawford7h 13m$2 · $0.00
Paul PatoffF. Marion Crawford11h 54m$1 · $0.00
The Little City of Hope (Christmas Classic)F. Marion Crawford2h 36m$2 · $0.00
The Three FatesF. Marion Crawford15h 39m$1 · $0.00
Pietro GhisleriF. Marion Crawford13h 31m$2 · $0.00
To LeewardF. Marion Crawford10h 11m$1 · $0.00
To LeewardF. Marion Crawford10h 11m$1 · $0.00
SaracinescaF. Marion Crawford14h 16m$2 · $0.00
Mr. Isaacs, A Tale of Modern IndiaF. Marion Crawford7h 54m$2 · $0.00
The Chandler Brothers, the Entire CollectionCarly Phillips26h 33m$30
Breath of HeavenDeborah Raney9h 11m$23
Desperate MeasuresBrenda Jackson8h 59m$28 · $0.00
Shōgun, Part TwoJames Clavell29h 16m$40
Searching For ThanksgivingS.E. Smith4h 24m$20
The InheritanceBlair Howard6h 40m$23
The Dance with Me TrilogyShelley Shepard Gray21h 44m$35
The Complete Works of Jane AustenJane Austen88h 22m$2 · $0.00
An Ex to Grind in DeadwoodAnn Charles13h 19m$23
The Captivating WarriorCami Checketts, Daniel Banner4h 8m$15
Sniffing Out JusticeCarol J. Post6h 28m$12 · $0.00
Swept Into LoveMelissa Foster8h 9m$23
TimberTate James15h 36m$23
The ReunionJana Deleon6h 31m$26 · $0.00
Long LostLexi Blake13h 12m$23
The Vineyard BrideKatie Winters5h 5m$15
Protecting The PackJulie Miller5h 43m$24 · $0.00
Something Like LoveBeverly Jenkins10h 21m$29 · $0.00
Wishes from the HeartSophie Mays4h 9m$15 · $0.00
Blizzard ShowdownShirlee McCoy5h 16m5 (1)$12 · $0.00
The Count of Monte Cristo (With Original Illustrations)Alexandre Dumas54h 7m$1 · $0.00
Northern ShadowsDaniel Greene12h 52m$23
Shōgun, Part OneJames Clavell24h 19m$35
The Ghost by the Billabong (The Matilda Saga, #5)Jackie French14h 58m$33 · $0.00
The Labyrinth of the SpiritsCarlos Ruiz Zafon27h 55m$53 · $0.00
MusashiEiji Yoshikawa53h 20m$30
The Things We Cannot SayKelly Rimmer13h 48m$33 · $0.00
Their Castilian OrphanAnna Belfrage14h 45m$27
With Fire and Sword, The Deluge & Pan MichaelHenryk Sienkiewicz113h 5m$1 · $0.00
The Complete 13 Novels & longer fiction: Treasure Island, The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, The Black Arrow, Kidnapped, The Master of Ballantrae, The Wrong Box and more...Robert Louis Stevenson106h 29m$1 · $0.00
Eagles over BritainLee Jackson12h 26m$23
Rilla of InglesideLucy Maud Montgomery11h 44m$2 · $0.00
The Viennese DressmakerKathryn Gauci11h 46m$23 · $0.00
The Man in the Brown Suit & They Came to BaghdadAgatha Christie15h 43m$33 · $0.00
Under the Light of the Italian MoonJennifer Anton12h 28m$23 · $0.00
THE COMPLETE PALLISER NOVELS (All 6 Novels in One Edition)Anthony Trollope172h 46m$2 · $0.00
Jubilee, 50th Anniversary EditionMargaret Walker15h 43m$25 · $0.00
Arch of TriumphErich Maria Remarque15h 51m$28
Serenade for NadiaZülfü Livaneli9h 9m$20
Pride and PrejudiceJane Austen14h 44m$2 · $0.00
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