The Crown of Life
George Gissing
The Crown of Life by George Gissing is a tale of love, morality, and the complexities of human relationships set against the backdrop of Victorian England. The story follows Godwin Peak, a principled but poor schoolmaster, who becomes entangled in a love triangle with two women: the virtuous and devoted Mary Woodstock and the spirited, independent Beatrice French. As Godwin struggles to reconcile his ideals with his emotions, he faces dilemmas that test his integrity and sense of duty. Gissing delves into themes of sacrifice, fidelity, and the tension between personal desires and societal expectations. The novel explores the moral compromises individuals make in pursuit of happiness and the consequences of their choices. With its rich characterizations and psychological depth, The Crown of Life offers a thought-provoking reflection on love’s power to both elevate and challenge the human spirit, set within the rigid constraints of its time.
Duration - 11h 55m.
Author - George Gissing.
Narrator - Eloise Fairfax.
Published Date - Thursday, 02 January 2025.
Copyright - © 2025 Interactive Media ©.
Location:
United States
Description:
The Crown of Life by George Gissing is a tale of love, morality, and the complexities of human relationships set against the backdrop of Victorian England. The story follows Godwin Peak, a principled but poor schoolmaster, who becomes entangled in a love triangle with two women: the virtuous and devoted Mary Woodstock and the spirited, independent Beatrice French. As Godwin struggles to reconcile his ideals with his emotions, he faces dilemmas that test his integrity and sense of duty. Gissing delves into themes of sacrifice, fidelity, and the tension between personal desires and societal expectations. The novel explores the moral compromises individuals make in pursuit of happiness and the consequences of their choices. With its rich characterizations and psychological depth, The Crown of Life offers a thought-provoking reflection on love’s power to both elevate and challenge the human spirit, set within the rigid constraints of its time. Duration - 11h 55m. Author - George Gissing. Narrator - Eloise Fairfax. Published Date - Thursday, 02 January 2025. Copyright - © 2025 Interactive Media ©.
Language:
English
Chapter 1
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Chapter 2
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Chapter 3
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Chapter 4
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Chapter 5
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Chapter 6
Duration:00:20:34
Chapter 7
Duration:00:21:06
Chapter 8
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Chapter 9
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Chapter 10
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Chapter 11
Duration:00:20:43
Chapter 12
Duration:00:20:45
Chapter 13
Duration:00:21:08
Chapter 14
Duration:00:20:55
Chapter 15
Duration:00:21:23
Chapter 16
Duration:00:19:59
Chapter 17
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Chapter 18
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Chapter 19
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Chapter 20
Duration:00:20:51
Chapter 21
Duration:00:21:05
Chapter 22
Duration:00:20:45
Chapter 23
Duration:00:20:19
Chapter 24
Duration:00:20:53
Chapter 25
Duration:00:20:40
Chapter 26
Duration:00:21:08
Chapter 27
Duration:00:21:06
Chapter 28
Duration:00:20:37
Chapter 29
Duration:00:21:39
Chapter 30
Duration:00:21:04
Chapter 31
Duration:00:21:00
Chapter 32
Duration:00:21:05
Chapter 33
Duration:00:20:46
Chapter 34
Duration:00:20:50
Chapter 35
Duration:00:10:09