Persuasion
Jane Austen
"Persuasion" by Jane Austen is a novel set in the early 19th century. The story centers around Anne Elliot, the quiet yet perceptive daughter of Sir Walter Elliot, a vain baronet struggling with financial difficulties and the threat to his social status. The novel delves into themes of love, regret, and societal pressures, particularly through Anne's past romance with Captain Frederick Wentworth, a man without fortune or title whom her family disapproved of.
At the beginning of the book, we meet Sir Walter Elliot, who is completely absorbed in his vanity and status as a baronet, while ignoring the significant financial problems threatening their estate, Kellynch Hall. The narrative unfolds the dynamics within the Elliot family, especially highlighting Anne's delicate position, which is overshadowed by her more socially ambitious sisters and overlooked by her father.
The opening establishes Anne's sense of duty as well as her longing for a life that truly recognizes her character and feelings, setting the stage for the complex emotional struggles she faces as the story progresses and explores her potential reconnection with Wentworth, who is now a successful naval captain. This sets the foundation for Anne's journey of self-discovery amid the entanglements of family, friendship, and social standings.
Duration - 9h 31m.
Author - Jane Austen.
Narrator - Victoria Steele.
Published Date - Wednesday, 29 January 2025.
Copyright - © 1817 Jane Austen ©.
Location:
United States
Description:
"Persuasion" by Jane Austen is a novel set in the early 19th century. The story centers around Anne Elliot, the quiet yet perceptive daughter of Sir Walter Elliot, a vain baronet struggling with financial difficulties and the threat to his social status. The novel delves into themes of love, regret, and societal pressures, particularly through Anne's past romance with Captain Frederick Wentworth, a man without fortune or title whom her family disapproved of. At the beginning of the book, we meet Sir Walter Elliot, who is completely absorbed in his vanity and status as a baronet, while ignoring the significant financial problems threatening their estate, Kellynch Hall. The narrative unfolds the dynamics within the Elliot family, especially highlighting Anne's delicate position, which is overshadowed by her more socially ambitious sisters and overlooked by her father. The opening establishes Anne's sense of duty as well as her longing for a life that truly recognizes her character and feelings, setting the stage for the complex emotional struggles she faces as the story progresses and explores her potential reconnection with Wentworth, who is now a successful naval captain. This sets the foundation for Anne's journey of self-discovery amid the entanglements of family, friendship, and social standings. Duration - 9h 31m. Author - Jane Austen. Narrator - Victoria Steele. Published Date - Wednesday, 29 January 2025. Copyright - © 1817 Jane Austen ©.
Language:
English
Opening Credits
Duration:00:00:05
Chapter 1
Duration:00:18:58
Chapter 2
Duration:00:13:54
Chapter 3
Duration:00:18:55
Chapter 4
Duration:00:12:59
Chapter 5
Duration:00:22:11
Chapter 6
Duration:00:25:36
Chapter 7
Duration:00:22:38
Chapter 8
Duration:00:22:31
Chapter 9
Duration:00:19:14
Chapter 10
Duration:00:26:16
Chapter 11
Duration:00:21:10
Chapter 12
Duration:00:37:48
Chapter 13
Duration:00:18:46
Chapter 14
Duration:00:16:44
Chapter 15
Duration:00:19:32
Chapter 16
Duration:00:17:00
Chapter 17
Duration:00:24:38
Chapter 18
Duration:00:27:16
Chapter 19
Duration:00:16:27
Chapter 20
Duration:00:24:29
Chapter 21
Duration:00:47:13
Chapter 22
Duration:00:40:07
Chapter 23
Duration:00:45:20
Chapter 24
Duration:00:11:03
Ending Credits
Duration:00:00:10