Within a Budding Grove (Unabridged): optional

Step out of childhood and into a world of blossoming desires. "Within a Budding Grove" by Marcel Proust is a poignant exploration of adolescence. Narrated in a rich, introspective style, this audiobook follows a young man on a summer vacation to the enchanting seaside town of Balbec. There, amidst the whispers of waves and rustling leaves, he encounters a captivating group of young women, particularly the alluring Albertine. His heart awakens to newfound feelings of love, jealousy, and the aching beauty of first infatuation. But will these blossoming emotions bloom into a lasting connection, or wilt under the complexities of social class and unspoken desires? Immerse yourself in Proust's masterpiece, a mesmerizing tale of love, loss, and the intoxicating power of youth.

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Release date

Audiobook: 15 March 2024