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Ethan Frome - Edith Wharton

Ethan Frome - Edith Wharton

By: Edith Wharton
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Explore the complexities of human emotion and moral dilemmas in a world defined by stark choices and unexpected consequences. This podcast delves into the intricate dynamics of personal struggle, societal expectations, and the harsh realities of life in a small rural community. Each week, we present a different complete audiobook that captures these themes from various perspectives, time periods, and styles. Whether you seek insight into the human condition or an escape into a compelling narrative, our rotating collection offers something for every listener. New books are added weekly, ensuring fresh and diverse stories to discover. Check out more shows at solgoodmedia.com.public domain Art Drama & Plays Literary History & Criticism
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  • Ethan Frome - Edith Wharton
    Jun 28 2026
    Edith Wharton's "Ethan Frome" is a poignant exploration of a tragic love triangle set against the stark, wintry backdrop of Starkfield, Massachusetts. The narrative delves into the complexities of human relationships, focusing on Ethan's strained marriage to his sickly and cantankerous wife, Zeena, and his deep, unfulfilled affection for his young cousin, Mattie Silver. Themes of isolation, duty, and the suffocating weight of societal expectations resonate powerfully, highlighting the struggles between personal desire and obligation. Wharton's masterful use of symbolism in the unforgiving landscape mirrors the characters' emotional turmoil, making this tale of longing and despair an enduring reflection on the human condition. As readers grapple with Ethan's choices and the consequences of love entangled in duty, they are reminded of the timeless conflicts that arise when passion is stifled by circumstance.
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    3 hrs and 8 mins
  • Ethan Frome - Full Audiobook - Edith Wharton
    Mar 15 2026
    Edith Wharton's 1911 novel Ethan Frome tells the story of a tragic love triangle. Set in the highly symbolic wintry landscape of Starkfield, Massachusetts, the narrative centers on the title character's fraught relationships with his "sickly, cantankerous" wife Zeena and his young, beautiful cousin Mattie Silver.
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    3 hrs and 8 mins
  • Chapter 9 - Ethan Frome - Edith Wharton
    Jul 26 2022
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    39 mins
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The most monotone narrator I've listened to. Totally wrong for this tale. I feel it should be a male narrator.
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