Adolphe :  Erään tuntemattoman papereista löydetty tarina

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Adolphe : Erään tuntemattoman papereista löydetty tarina

by Benjamin Constant

FI·~3 hours

Chapters

Description

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.

Details

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.

About the author

Benjamin Constant

Benjamin Constant

1767–1830

A restless, brilliant voice of the early 19th century, he moved between politics, philosophy, and fiction with unusual ease. Best known for defending individual liberty, he also wrote the psychologically sharp novel Adolphe.

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