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Self-absorbed Sir Willoughby Patterne seeks a bride. After being jilted by his first fiancée he settles on the spirited Clara Middleton; but she starts to realise that he only wants a mirror for himself and his opinions. As she becomes desperate to disengage, and he becomes desperate to hold on to her, so a series of farcical, labyrinthine misunderstandings ensues.

The George Meredith Library invites the thoughtful traveller into a world where wit is keener than the sword, love is no idle dream, and the heart must learn wisdom through its own misadventures. Here are the complete works of George Meredith, read aloud in full: novels of sparkling conversation, searching comedy, and characters whose follies are as recognisable today as when they first walked the page.Come by the garden gate, follow the winding hedge, and listen as pride, passion, laughter, and the open fields of the English countryside unfold together. Enter, and let the lark rise.

Explore the intricate tapestry of love, longing, and heartbreak in "Modern Love," a podcast that delves into the multifaceted nature of relationships through a rotating collection of audiobooks. Each episode presents a new complete audiobook that captures the essence of love in its many forms, from the euphoric highs to the profound lows. Listeners are invited to reflect on the complexities of human connection, as the series showcases diverse narratives that resonate with universal experiences of passion and loss. This is not a single story but a series of unique explorations that illuminate ...

Immerse yourself in the profound reflections on existence and the human experience as we explore the theme of life through poetry, inspired by the evocative title. This podcast invites listeners to contemplate the cycles of life, the beauty found in both joy and sorrow, and the myriad emotions that shape our journey. Each episode features a new complete audiobook, presenting a rotating collection of poetic works that delve into the intricacies of love, loss, nature, and the passage of time. These unique explorations are not merely individual stories but a tapestry of voices that resonate with ...

George Meredith, OM, was born in Portsmouth, England on February 12th, 1828. His mother died when he was five. As a 14-year-old he was sent to a Moravian School in Neuwied, Germany, staying there for two years. After reading law he was articled as a solicitor but quickly abandoned that career path for journalism and poetry. He collaborated with Edward Gryffydh Peacock, son of Thomas Love Peacock, in publishing a privately circulated literary magazine, the Monthly Observer.

The Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood began as a group of painters, including Dante Gabriel Rossetti and William Holman Hunt, who wished to reject the stern and academic strictures of current painting and return to the simpler and more uncomplicated days before the Italian High Renaissance and the days of Raphael. The movement was short lived but very influential and, as well, was taken up by a number of different arts.

In the wake of his wifes abandonment, Sir Austin Feverel is determined to raise his son, Richard, under a rigid educational regime that influences every facet of his life. Yet, Richard yearns for independence, craving the freedom to make his own choices, experience love, and ultimately chart his own path. This compelling narrative explores the tumultuous conflict between a fathers controlling nature and a sons desire for autonomy. Once deemed too candid and sexually explicit for its time, this novel has garnered admiration from literary giants such as E. M. Forster, Oscar Wilde, and Virginia ...

The Egoist is a captivating tragi-comical novel by George Meredith, first published in 1879. It tells the story of the self-absorbed Sir Willoughby Patterne and his tumultuous journey through love and marriage. After being jilted by his first fiancée, Sir Willoughby finds himself torn between the sentimental Laetitia Dale and the fiercely independent Clara Middleton. However, the heart of the narrative lies in Claras struggle to break free from her engagement to Sir Willoughby, who views women merely as reflections of himself and is baffled by her reluctance to marry him. Through its rich ...

Drawing inspiration from the real-life story of Caroline Norton, a close friend of the author, this captivating tale follows Diana, a spirited woman ensnared in a loveless marriage. Undeterred by her circumstances, Diana embarks on a quest for love, happiness, and true fulfillment. - Summary by Stav Nisser

Novelist and poet George Meredith is widely regarded as the last great Victorian author. He influenced writers including Thomas Hardy, Robert Louis Stevenson and Henry James, and was nominated for the Nobel Prize seven times. This BBC collection features dramatisations of his most famous novel, The Egoist, and his witty bildungsroman The Adventures of Harry Richmond.

Embark on an enchanting journey through a realm where whimsy and satire intertwine, inspired by the title "Shaving of Shagpat." This podcast celebrates the rich tradition of Eastern fantasy, featuring tales filled with magical objects, cunning sorcerers, and a playful sense of humor. Each episode presents a new complete audiobook, inviting listeners to immerse themselves in a rotating collection that captures the essence of fantastical quests and allegorical adventures. These stories not only entertain but also provoke thought, encouraging exploration of deeper themes such as identity, power, ...