Romola
George Eliot
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George Eliot's favorite among her own novels, Romola is presented here in audiobook form. Set in fifteenth-century Florence, it tells the story of Romola, the clever daughter of a blind scholar, who falls in love with a man destined to alter both her life and the city's politics in ways she cannot accept. The novel is a deep study of Florence's intellectual, artistic, religious, and social life. This recording is based on public domain texts, with a summary drawn from Wikipedia and Stav Nisser.
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Castles of Athlin and Dunbayne-Ann Radcliffe 30.08.2026 4h 22mGeorge Eliot's own favorite among her novels, this novel tells the story of Romola, the intelligent daughter of a blind scholar, who is falling in love with a man who is going to change her life and the politics of Florence in a way she doesn't like. Set in 15th century Florence, it is "a deep study of life in the city of Florence from an intellectual, artistic, religious, and social point of view". Summary by Stav Nisser and Wikipedia. -
Oblomov-Ivan Goncharov 29.08.2026 6h 32mGeorge Eliot's own favorite among her novels, this novel tells the story of Romola, the intelligent daughter of a blind scholar, who is falling in love with a man who is going to change her life and the politics of Florence in a way she doesn't like. Set in 15th century Florence, it is "a deep study of life in the city of Florence from an intellectual, artistic, religious, and social point of view". Summary by Stav Nisser and Wikipedia. -
Story Of A Modern Woman-Ella Hepworth Dixon 28.08.2026 5h 34mGeorge Eliot's own favorite among her novels, this novel tells the story of Romola, the intelligent daughter of a blind scholar, who is falling in love with a man who is going to change her life and the politics of Florence in a way she doesn't like. Set in 15th century Florence, it is "a deep study of life in the city of Florence from an intellectual, artistic, religious, and social point of view". Summary by Stav Nisser and Wikipedia. -
Nature And Art-Elizabeth Inchbald 27.08.2026 5h 50mGeorge Eliot's own favorite among her novels, this novel tells the story of Romola, the intelligent daughter of a blind scholar, who is falling in love with a man who is going to change her life and the politics of Florence in a way she doesn't like. Set in 15th century Florence, it is "a deep study of life in the city of Florence from an intellectual, artistic, religious, and social point of view". Summary by Stav Nisser and Wikipedia. -
Dramatic Reading Scene and Story Collection, Volume 005-Various 26.08.2026 6h 2mGeorge Eliot's own favorite among her novels, this novel tells the story of Romola, the intelligent daughter of a blind scholar, who is falling in love with a man who is going to change her life and the politics of Florence in a way she doesn't like. Set in 15th century Florence, it is "a deep study of life in the city of Florence from an intellectual, artistic, religious, and social point of view". Summary by Stav Nisser and Wikipedia. -
Convivio-Dante Alighieri 25.08.2026 9h 15mGeorge Eliot's own favorite among her novels, this novel tells the story of Romola, the intelligent daughter of a blind scholar, who is falling in love with a man who is going to change her life and the politics of Florence in a way she doesn't like. Set in 15th century Florence, it is "a deep study of life in the city of Florence from an intellectual, artistic, religious, and social point of view". Summary by Stav Nisser and Wikipedia. -
Armand Durand-Rosanna Eleanor Leprohon 24.08.2026 7h 41mGeorge Eliot's own favorite among her novels, this novel tells the story of Romola, the intelligent daughter of a blind scholar, who is falling in love with a man who is going to change her life and the politics of Florence in a way she doesn't like. Set in 15th century Florence, it is "a deep study of life in the city of Florence from an intellectual, artistic, religious, and social point of view". Summary by Stav Nisser and Wikipedia. -
Watsons (Dramatic Reading)-Jane Austen, L. Oulton 23.08.2026 3h 53mGeorge Eliot's own favorite among her novels, this novel tells the story of Romola, the intelligent daughter of a blind scholar, who is falling in love with a man who is going to change her life and the politics of Florence in a way she doesn't like. Set in 15th century Florence, it is "a deep study of life in the city of Florence from an intellectual, artistic, religious, and social point of view". Summary by Stav Nisser and Wikipedia. -
Flowers from the Garden of Saint Francis for Every Day of the Year-Saint Francis of Assisi 22.08.2026 2h 4mGeorge Eliot's own favorite among her novels, this novel tells the story of Romola, the intelligent daughter of a blind scholar, who is falling in love with a man who is going to change her life and the politics of Florence in a way she doesn't like. Set in 15th century Florence, it is "a deep study of life in the city of Florence from an intellectual, artistic, religious, and social point of view". Summary by Stav Nisser and Wikipedia. -
Workhouse Characters-Margaret Nevinson 21.08.2026 4h 8mGeorge Eliot's own favorite among her novels, this novel tells the story of Romola, the intelligent daughter of a blind scholar, who is falling in love with a man who is going to change her life and the politics of Florence in a way she doesn't like. Set in 15th century Florence, it is "a deep study of life in the city of Florence from an intellectual, artistic, religious, and social point of view". Summary by Stav Nisser and Wikipedia. -
History of Lady Julia Mandeville-Frances Moore Brooke 20.08.2026 6h 45mGeorge Eliot's own favorite among her novels, this novel tells the story of Romola, the intelligent daughter of a blind scholar, who is falling in love with a man who is going to change her life and the politics of Florence in a way she doesn't like. Set in 15th century Florence, it is "a deep study of life in the city of Florence from an intellectual, artistic, religious, and social point of view". Summary by Stav Nisser and Wikipedia. -
Ideala-Sarah Grand 19.08.2026 7h 11mGeorge Eliot's own favorite among her novels, this novel tells the story of Romola, the intelligent daughter of a blind scholar, who is falling in love with a man who is going to change her life and the politics of Florence in a way she doesn't like. Set in 15th century Florence, it is "a deep study of life in the city of Florence from an intellectual, artistic, religious, and social point of view". Summary by Stav Nisser and Wikipedia. -
Henry VI, Part 2-William Shakespeare 18.08.2026 3h 10mGeorge Eliot's own favorite among her novels, this novel tells the story of Romola, the intelligent daughter of a blind scholar, who is falling in love with a man who is going to change her life and the politics of Florence in a way she doesn't like. Set in 15th century Florence, it is "a deep study of life in the city of Florence from an intellectual, artistic, religious, and social point of view". Summary by Stav Nisser and Wikipedia. -
Selected Poems-Dante Gabriel Rossetti, Christina Rossetti 17.08.2026 1h 48mGeorge Eliot's own favorite among her novels, this novel tells the story of Romola, the intelligent daughter of a blind scholar, who is falling in love with a man who is going to change her life and the politics of Florence in a way she doesn't like. Set in 15th century Florence, it is "a deep study of life in the city of Florence from an intellectual, artistic, religious, and social point of view". Summary by Stav Nisser and Wikipedia. -
Color of a Great City-Theodore Dreiser 16.08.2026 8h 35mGeorge Eliot's own favorite among her novels, this novel tells the story of Romola, the intelligent daughter of a blind scholar, who is falling in love with a man who is going to change her life and the politics of Florence in a way she doesn't like. Set in 15th century Florence, it is "a deep study of life in the city of Florence from an intellectual, artistic, religious, and social point of view". Summary by Stav Nisser and Wikipedia. -
Damn! A Book of Calumny-H. L. Mencken 15.08.2026 2h 26mGeorge Eliot's own favorite among her novels, this novel tells the story of Romola, the intelligent daughter of a blind scholar, who is falling in love with a man who is going to change her life and the politics of Florence in a way she doesn't like. Set in 15th century Florence, it is "a deep study of life in the city of Florence from an intellectual, artistic, religious, and social point of view". Summary by Stav Nisser and Wikipedia. -
Rivals-Richard Brinsley Sheridan 11.08.2026 3h 3mGeorge Eliot's own favorite among her novels, this novel tells the story of Romola, the intelligent daughter of a blind scholar, who is falling in love with a man who is going to change her life and the politics of Florence in a way she doesn't like. Set in 15th century Florence, it is "a deep study of life in the city of Florence from an intellectual, artistic, religious, and social point of view". Summary by Stav Nisser and Wikipedia. -
Moments of Vision and Miscellaneous Verses (Selection)-Thomas Hardy 10.08.2026 56mGeorge Eliot's own favorite among her novels, this novel tells the story of Romola, the intelligent daughter of a blind scholar, who is falling in love with a man who is going to change her life and the politics of Florence in a way she doesn't like. Set in 15th century Florence, it is "a deep study of life in the city of Florence from an intellectual, artistic, religious, and social point of view". Summary by Stav Nisser and Wikipedia. -
Anarchism and Other Essays-Emma Goldman 10.08.2026 6h 57mGeorge Eliot's own favorite among her novels, this novel tells the story of Romola, the intelligent daughter of a blind scholar, who is falling in love with a man who is going to change her life and the politics of Florence in a way she doesn't like. Set in 15th century Florence, it is "a deep study of life in the city of Florence from an intellectual, artistic, religious, and social point of view". Summary by Stav Nisser and Wikipedia. -
Fathers and Sons - Ivan Turgenev 01.08.2026 9h 15mFathers and Sons by Ivan Turgenev explores the generational divide between fathers and their children, delving into the contrasting ideals and values that shape their relationships. This timeless narrative examines the conflicts arising from differing perspectives on life, love, and society, making it a profound reflection on the complexities of familial bonds. The themes of change, rebellion, and the search for identity resonate deeply in today's world, as they invite listeners to reflect on their own familial dynamics and societal shifts. Turgenev's masterful storytelling and keen insights into human nature ensure that this classic work remains relevant and thought-provoking for contemporary audiences.
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