
audiobook
ADOLPHE
BENJAMIN CONSTANT
JOHDANTO.
ADOLPHE. - ERÄÄN TUNTEMATTOMAN PAPEREISTA LÖYDETTY TARINA. - KUSTANTAJAN SELITYS.
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A young, restless intellectual finds himself caught between the lure of ambition and the pull of an intense, forbidden love. The novel follows his inner dialogue as he wrestles with pride, doubt, and the yearning for freedom, painting a vivid portrait of early‑19th‑century sensibilities. Through finely observed conversations and elegant prose, readers glimpse the delicate balance between reason and emotion that defines his world.
As the relationship deepens, the protagonist’s self‑awareness grows, exposing the contradictions that drive his decisions. The narrative unfolds with a quiet intensity, letting the reader feel the weight of each choice without rushing toward resolution. This thoughtful exploration of desire, responsibility, and the fragile nature of the human heart makes for a compelling listening experience that lingers long after the final chapter.
Language
fi
Duration
~3 hours (192K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Anna Siren and Tapio Riikonen
Release date
2020-04-03
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1767–1830
A sharp observer of politics and private feeling, this Swiss-born writer and thinker helped shape modern liberal ideas while also creating one of the great early psychological novels. Best known today for Adolphe, he wrote with unusual honesty about freedom, ambition, and the complications of love.
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