Ethan Frome
Author:
Edith Wharton
Narrator:
Scott Brick
Ethan Frome, a poor, downtrodden New England farmer is trapped in a loveless marriage to his invalid wife, Zeena. Cold and manipulative Zeena oppresses Ethan's ambition and intelligence. When Zeena's young cousin Mattie arrives to help care for her, Ethan is immediately taken by Mattie's warm, vivacious personality. They fall desperately in love as he realizes how much is missing from his life and marriage. Tragically, their love is doomed by Zeena's cruelty and by the social conventions of the day. Ethan remains torn between his marital obligations and his urge to satisfy his heart's desire through to the thrilling and unanticipated conclusion.
Product Details ⌃
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ISBN:
9781598957969
SKU#:
1282
Publisher:
Tantor Audio
Genre:
Classic Literature
Duration:
03:45:30
Release Date:
Jan. 8, 2007
Language:
English
