Classics audiobooks

The Marne

By: Edith Wharton

Narrated by: Jason Smith (Male Synthesized Voice)

Length: 1 hour 42 minutes

Abridged: No

The book was first published in 19181. The main character of “The Marne” is a teenage American boy named Troy Belknap who is living in Paris. Too young to enlist for the First Battle of the Marne, he and his family return to America. However, four years later, when he is eighteen years old, he becomes a Red Cross ambulance driver and... Read more

Little Men

By: Louuisa May Alcott

Narrated by: Aria Wilson

Length: 9 hours 31 minutes

Abridged: No

"Little Men" is a classic novel that continues the story of the March family from "Little Women." The focus shifts to Jo March, who is now married to Professor Bhaer and runs a school for boys called Plumfield. The novel explores the lives, adventures, and moral lessons of the boys at Plumfield, providing a heartwarming and insightful look into... Read more

The Golden Bowl

By: Henry James

Narrated by: Jason Smith (Male Synthesized Voice)

Length: 19 hours 38 minutes

Abridged: No

"The Golden Bowl" is a novel written by Henry James, first published in 1904. The book is a classic work of literature that explores themes of love, betrayal, and the complexities of human relationships. Set in both England and Italy, the novel follows the lives of two couples: Prince Amerigo, an impoverished Italian aristocrat, and his young... Read more

The Mysterious Island

By: Jules Verne

Narrated by: Jason Smith (Male Synthesized Voice)

Length: 18 hours 50 minutes

Abridged: No

The novel explores the survival and ingenuity of the protagonists as they work together to build a new life on the island. The group consists of Cyrus Smith, an engineer; Gideon Spilett, a journalist; Pencroff, a sailor; Harbert, a young boy; and Neb, a former slave. As they face various challenges, including hostile wildlife and strange... Read more

The Vicar of Wakefield

By: Oliver Goldsmith

Narrated by: Jason Smith (Male Synthesized Voice)

Length: 5 hours 50 minutes

Abridged: No

The story revolves around the vicar's family, their trials, and tribulations, including financial difficulties, social challenges, and unexpected twists of fate. Despite the hardships, the vicar remains steadfast in his commitment to his principles and his love for his family. The novel explores themes of resilience, morality, and the importance... Read more

The Last Man

By: Mary Shelley

Narrated by: Jason Smith (Male Synthesized Voice)

Length: 16 hours 44 minutes

Abridged: No

"The Last Man" is a novel written by Mary Shelley, the author best known for "Frankenstein." Published in 1826, "The Last Man" is a work of science fiction and is considered one of the earliest examples of post-apocalyptic literature. The novel is set in the late 21st century and narrated by a character named Lionel Verney. It tells the story of... Read more

Villette

By: Charlotte Brontë

Narrated by: Aria Wilson

Length: 19 hours 17 minutes

Abridged: No

"Villette" is a novel written by Charlotte Brontë, first published in 1853. The story is a semi-autobiographical narrative that follows the life of the protagonist, Lucy Snowe. The novel is set in the fictional town of Villette, which is based on the Belgian town of Brussels where Brontë herself lived and worked as a governess. The narrative... Read more

She

By: H. Rider Haggard

Narrated by: Aria Wilson

Length: 9 hours 46 minutes

Abridged: No

"She" is a classic adventure novel written by H. Rider Haggard. It was first published in 1887 and is known for its exploration of themes such as adventure, romance, and the supernatural. The story follows the journey of Horace Holly and his ward Leo Vincey as they travel to a hidden kingdom in the African interior ruled by the mysterious and... Read more

Madame Bovary

By: Gustave Flaubert

Narrated by: Jason Smith (Male Synthesized Voice)

Length: 11 hours 15 minutes

Abridged: No

"Madame Bovary" is a novel by French author Gustave Flaubert, first published in 1857. It is considered one of the greatest works of world literature and a seminal example of literary realism. The story follows the life of Emma Bovary, a young woman married to a country doctor, Charles Bovary. Dissatisfied with her provincial life and longing... Read more

Shawl straps

By: Louuisa May Alcott

Narrated by: Aria Wilson

Length: 4 hours 11 minutes

Abridged: No

Shawl-Straps by Louisa May Alcott is a part of the Aunt Jo’s Scrap Bag series. The book follows the real exploits of Louisa May Alcott and her sister May as they travel through Europe in 1870-71, unencumbered by any male solicitude or patronage, along with their sidekick, Alice Bartlett. The story involves a mysterious lady in green velvet with... Read more

Vainity Faiyr

By: William Makepeace Thackeray

Narrated by: Jason Smith (Male Synthesized Voice)

Length: 28 hours 33 minutes

Abridged: No

"Vanity Fair" is a novel by English author William Makepeace Thackeray, first published as a serial from 1847 to 1848. The novel is a satirical and panoramic look at early 19th-century British society, particularly focusing on the lives of two women, Becky Sharp and Amelia Sedley, as they navigate the complexities of love, ambition, and social... Read more

A Crystal Age

By: W. H. Hudson

Narrated by: Jason Smith (Male Synthesized Voice)

Length: 5 hours 22 minutes

Abridged: No

"A Crystal Age" is a speculative fiction novel that explores a utopian society set in a distant future. The protagonist, a man from the 19th century, stumbles upon this idealistic civilization where people live in harmony with nature, devoid of the conflicts and societal issues of his own time. The novel reflects Hudson's views on the... Read more

The Prodigal Parents

By: Sinclair Lewis

Narrated by: Jason Smith (Male Synthesized Voice)

Length: 6 hours 51 minutes

Abridged: No

“The Prodigal Parents” is a novel by Sinclair Lewis, an American novelist, short-story writer, and playwright who received the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1930. The story revolves around a typical middle-class family of four and is about the revolt of the parents against the revolt of youth. The daughter, inclined towards communism, and the... Read more

Kidnapped

By: Robert Louis Stevenson

Narrated by: Jason Smith (Male Synthesized Voice)

Length: 7 hours

Abridged: No

The narrative begins with young David Balfour's attempt to claim his inheritance, which leads to his kidnapping and the unfolding of a gripping tale of betrayal, friendship, and survival. Along the way, David encounters characters such as Alan Breck Stewart, a Jacobite, and together they navigate the treacherous Scottish Highlands, facing... Read more

The Touchstone

By: Edith Wharton

Narrated by: Jason Smith (Male Synthesized Voice)

Length: 2 hours 32 minutes

Abridged: No

"The Touchstone" is a novel written by Edith Wharton, first published in 1900. The story revolves around Stephen Glennard, a struggling writer who finds himself entangled in a web of social expectations, love, and moral dilemmas. The novel explores themes such as the consequences of choices, societal pressures, and the complexities of... Read more

The Metropolis

By: Upton Sinclair

Narrated by: Jason Smith (Male Synthesized Voice)

Length: 8 hours 57 minutes

Abridged: No

“The Metropolis” by Upton Sinclair is a novel that deals with the extravagant life of New York City’s high society. The protagonist, Allan Montague, is a lawyer who moves to New York City from Mississippi. When an injustice befalls the poor, Allan is the first to fight for what is right. But as he continues his lawsuit, he begins to realize that... Read more

Sister Carrie

By: Theodore Dreiser

Narrated by: Jason Smith

Length: 15 hours 37 minutes

Abridged: No

"Sister Carrie" by Theodore Dreiser is a novel about Carrie Meeber's journey from a small town to Chicago and New York, exploring themes of ambition, love, and betrayal in the pursuit of the American Dream. Dreiser, an American novelist of the naturalist school, is known for his unflinching portrayal of life's struggles. Read more

Hudson River Bracketed

By: Edith Wharton

Narrated by: Jason Smith (Male Synthesized Voice)

Length: 15 hours 31 minutes

Abridged: No

"Hudson River Bracketed" is a novel written by Edith Wharton, first published in 1929. The story revolves around the life of Vance Weston, a talented and ambitious young writer, and his journey through the literary and social circles of New York City. The novel explores themes of ambition, love, and the conflict between artistic integrity and... Read more

Adam Bede

By: George Eliot

Narrated by: Jason Smith (Male Synthesized Voice)

Length: 18 hours 2 minutes

Abridged: No

"Adam Bede" is a novel written by George Eliot, the pen name of Mary Ann Evans. The book was first published in 1859 and is set in the rural community of Hayslope in England during the late 18th century. The story revolves around the life of the titular character, Adam Bede, a carpenter, and his love for a beautiful dairy maid named Hetty... Read more

Bartleby, The Scrivener: A Story Of Wall-Street

By: Herman Melville

Narrated by: Jason Smith (Male Synthesized Voice)

Length: 1 hour 26 minutes

Abridged: No

"Bartleby, the Scrivener: A Story of Wall-Street" is a novella written by Herman Melville, first published in 1853. The story is a poignant exploration of the dehumanizing effects of modern capitalism and the isolation that can result from the mechanization of work. The novella is narrated by an unnamed Wall Street lawyer who hires a scrivener... Read more

1984

By: George Orwell

Narrated by: Jason Smith

Length: 10 hours 5 minutes

Abridged: No

"1984" is a dystopian novel written by George Orwell and published in 1949. The story is set in a totalitarian society ruled by the Party and its leader, Big Brother. The protagonist, Winston Smith, works for the Party rewriting historical records to fit its propaganda. As he begins to rebel against the oppressive regime, he faces severe... Read more

The black arrow. A tale of two roses

By: Robert Louis Stevenson

Narrated by: Jason Smith (Male Synthesized Voice)

Length: 7 hours 44 minutes

Abridged: No

"The Black Arrow" is a swashbuckling adventure that follows the protagonist, Richard Shelton, as he becomes embroiled in the conflict between the House of Lancaster and the House of York during the tumultuous Wars of the Roses. The novel is filled with action, intrigue, and romance, as Richard navigates through political and personal challenges. Read more

O Pioneers!

By: Willa Cather

Narrated by: Jason Smith (Male Synthesized Voice)

Length: 5 hours 16 minutes

Abridged: No

"O Pioneers!" is one of Willa Cather's most celebrated novels, published in 1913. It's the first book in her "Great Plains Trilogy" and is set in the rural farming community of Hanover, Nebraska, at the turn of the 20th century. The story focuses on the life of Alexandra Bergson, a strong-willed young woman who inherits her father's farm and... Read more

Free Air

By: Sinclair Lewis

Narrated by: Jason Smith (Male Synthesized Voice)

Length: 8 hours 10 minutes

Abridged: No

“Free Air” is a novel written by Sinclair Lewis, published in 1919. It’s one of the first novels to celebrate the adventure and freedom that road trips introduced to America at the start of the twentieth century, thanks to the invention of the automobile. The story revolves around Claire Boltwood, a rich young woman from Brooklyn, and her father... Read more