The Simple Life

audiobook

The Simple Life

by Charles Wagner

EN·~3 hours·16 chapters

Chapters

16 total

CONTENTS

0:25

THE SIMPLE LIFE I OUR COMPLEX LIFE

16:26

II THE ESSENCE OF SIMPLICITY

8:26

III SIMPLICITY OF THOUGHT

20:29

IV SIMPLICITY OF SPEECH

15:40

V SIMPLE DUTY

19:35

VI SIMPLE NEEDS

14:31

VII SIMPLE PLEASURES

19:26

VIII THE MERCENARY SPIRIT AND SIMPLICITY

17:48

IX NOTORIETY AND THE INGLORIOUS GOOD

20:15

Description

In a bustling household on the brink of a wedding, the young couple finds their days consumed by endless errands, endless invitations, and a parade of tradespeople. Their love is constantly pushed aside by the demands of dressmakers, caterers, and a never‑ending stream of social obligations. When the chaos becomes unbearable, they retreat to Grandmother’s quiet sitting room, where the octogenarian offers a gentle, timeless reminder that true happiness isn’t measured by ceremony or excess.

Through the eyes of this wise elder, the story gently unfolds a critique of modern life’s relentless complexity. It invites listeners to reflect on how our growing material needs and social expectations can eclipse simple joys, and suggests that the path to peace may lie in embracing a more modest, thoughtful way of being. The narrative balances humor with heartfelt insight, setting the stage for a journey toward a quieter, more authentic existence.

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Language

en

Duration

~3 hours (222K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Chris Curnow, Sarah Jensen, Matt Mello and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net

Release date

2007-10-20

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Charles Wagner

Charles Wagner

1852–1918

A French Protestant pastor and widely read spiritual writer, he became best known for The Simple Life, a warm, thoughtful call to focus on what matters most. His work spoke to readers looking for faith, clarity, and a calmer way of living.

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