Tales of the Jazz Age

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Tales of the Jazz Age

by F. Scott (Francis Scott) Fitzgerald

EN·~8 hours·5 chapters

Chapters

5 total

TALES OF THE JAZZ AGE

0:30

A TABLE OF CONTENTS

7:50

MY LAST FLAPPERS

3:32:26

FANTASIES

3:44:58

UNCLASSIFIED MASTERPIECES

1:07:10

Description

A vivid snapshot of the Roaring Twenties unfolds across this lively assortment of short stories, each echoing the restless energy and glittering optimism of an era that seemed to dance to its own beat. From the bright lights of New York speakeasies to the slow‑drawn charm of a small Southern town, the tales capture a generation’s thirst for excitement, love, and the occasional reckless gamble. The narrator’s keen eye and witty prose turn ordinary moments into unforgettable scenes, inviting listeners to feel the pulse of a world in rapid transformation.

The collection offers a wide range of moods—light‑hearted misadventures, sly social commentary, and imaginative flights of fancy. One story follows a quirky hunting escapade turned into a playful collaboration, while another spins a fantastical vision of wealth that borders on the absurd. A particularly inventive piece explores a man who ages backward, prompting reflections on time and desire. Together, these narratives provide a rich, entertaining portrait of an age that still resonates today.

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Language

en

Duration

~8 hours (492K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Steve Schulze, Charles Franks, the Online Distributed Proofreading Team and Henry Flower

Release date

Oct 1, 2004

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

F. Scott (Francis Scott) Fitzgerald

F. Scott (Francis Scott) Fitzgerald

1896–1940

Best known for capturing the glitter and heartbreak of the Jazz Age, this American novelist and short-story writer gave the Roaring Twenties some of its most unforgettable pages. His work still feels sharp and moving, especially in its mix of glamour, longing, and disappointment.

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