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Son At The Front

Son At The Front

Written by: Edith Wharton
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 Discover the powerful yet often overlooked novel Son At The Front by Edith Wharton, the first woman to win the Pulitzer Prize for Literature. Known for her keen social observations and deep compassion, Wharton takes us into the heart of World War I through the eyes of two divorced parents. John and Julia are grappling with the reality of their son, George, who defies their wishes to serve his country. Julia, horrified by his enlistment, clashes with Johns secret pride alongside Georges stepfather. As their son faces the uncertainties of war, will he return home alive? Join us as we explore the complexities of love, duty, and sacrifice in this poignant tale. - Summary by Stav NisserCopyright International Ambient Sounds Science Social Sciences World
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  • 028 - Chapter XXVIII

    028 - Chapter XXVIII
    Jan 28 2026
    Discover the powerful yet often overlooked novel Son At The Front by Edith Wharton, the first woman to win the Pulitzer Prize for Literature. Known for her keen social observations and deep compassion, Wharton takes us into the heart of World War I through the eyes of two divorced parents. John and Julia are grappling with the reality of their son, George, who defies their wishes to serve his country. Julia, horrified by his enlistment, clashes with Johns secret pride alongside Georges stepfather. As their son faces the uncertainties of war, will he return home alive? Join us as we explore the complexities of love, duty, and sacrifice in this poignant tale. - Summary by Stav Nisser
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    17 mins
  • 027 - Chapter XXVII

    027 - Chapter XXVII
    Jan 27 2026
    Discover the powerful yet often overlooked novel Son At The Front by Edith Wharton, the first woman to win the Pulitzer Prize for Literature. Known for her keen social observations and deep compassion, Wharton takes us into the heart of World War I through the eyes of two divorced parents. John and Julia are grappling with the reality of their son, George, who defies their wishes to serve his country. Julia, horrified by his enlistment, clashes with Johns secret pride alongside Georges stepfather. As their son faces the uncertainties of war, will he return home alive? Join us as we explore the complexities of love, duty, and sacrifice in this poignant tale. - Summary by Stav Nisser
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    19 mins
  • 026 - Chapter XXVI

    026 - Chapter XXVI
    Jan 26 2026
    Discover the powerful yet often overlooked novel Son At The Front by Edith Wharton, the first woman to win the Pulitzer Prize for Literature. Known for her keen social observations and deep compassion, Wharton takes us into the heart of World War I through the eyes of two divorced parents. John and Julia are grappling with the reality of their son, George, who defies their wishes to serve his country. Julia, horrified by his enlistment, clashes with Johns secret pride alongside Georges stepfather. As their son faces the uncertainties of war, will he return home alive? Join us as we explore the complexities of love, duty, and sacrifice in this poignant tale. - Summary by Stav Nisser
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    16 mins
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