Another Man's Wife & A Husband Under the Bed (A Humorous Love Triangle)
Enriched edition. A Witty Satire of Marriage, Jealousy, and Farcical MisunderstandingsBy Fyodor Dostoyevsky
Length2h 59m
About this audiobook
Fyodor Dostoyevsky's 'Another Man's Wife & A Husband Under the Bed' is a witty and satirical exploration of love and marriage, where the characters find themselves entangled in a humorous love triangle. The novel is filled with sharp dialogue, ironic twists, and complex relationships that reflect the tumultuous nature of human emotions. Dostoyevsky's literary style combines elements of farce with insightful social commentary, making this work a unique and entertaining read within the context of 19th-century Russian literature. The author's ability to seamlessly blend humor and depth in his storytelling captivates the reader from start to finish. It is a delightful and thought-provoking commentary on the complexities of romantic relationships, filled with unexpected turns and clever observations. Recommended for anyone interested in exploring the lighter side of love through the lens of a master storyteller like Dostoyevsky.
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.
- The Author Biography highlights personal milestones and literary influences that shape the entire body of writing.
- 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
Rating★★★ 3.4 (5.4K)
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GenreHumor
Length2 hrs 59 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateAug 7, 2017
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The Essential Russian Plays & Short Stories
2Pygmalion (Illustrated)
3THE COMEDY OF ERRORS
4THE DOUBLE
5Mrs Craddock (A Dramatic Love Story)
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6Introduction
7Author Biography
8Historical Context
9Synopsis (Selection)
10Another Man's Wife & A Husband Under the Bed (A Humorous Love Triangle)
11I
12II
13Analysis
14Reflection
15Memorable Quotes
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