Nathanael West --- Miss Lonelyhearts

Nathanael West

Lu par Nigel Anthony

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Miss Lonelyhearts is Nathanael West's poignant novella set in 1930s New York, exploring the life of an agony aunt. The story follows a man hired to provide advice to readers of a newspaper, a job initially seen as a mere circulation stunt. However, as he delves deeper into the letters he receives, he begins to confront the genuine suffering and moral dilemmas expressed by his correspondents.

As time passes, the protagonist, dubbed 'Miss Lonelyhearts,' finds himself grappling with the weight of the heartfelt pleas for help. This leads him to a profound examination of his own values and the realization that he is not the perpetrator of a joke, but rather its victim. The narrative captures the tension between idealism and the harsh realities of humanity, making it a compelling listen.

This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.