Revelations of a Wife
Adele Garrison
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Revelations of a Wife invites listeners into the intricate world of Margaret "Madge" Graham, a spirited former schoolteacher navigating the complexities of marriage with her artist husband, Dicky. Serialized in newspapers from 1915, this engaging narrative captures the trials and triumphs of their relationship, reflecting the societal expectations of the early 20th century.
Set against the backdrop of a rapidly changing America, Madge's story explores themes of independence, love, and the challenges of balancing personal aspirations with marital commitments. As she confronts the ups and downs of her life, listeners will find themselves drawn into her journey of self-discovery and resilience.
Adele Garrison's keen observations and relatable characters resonate with readers, making this work a fascinating glimpse into the emotional landscape of a woman striving for autonomy in a traditional world. With a rich history and a devoted readership, Revelations of a Wife remains a significant piece of early 20th-century literature.
Chapitres
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| "I will be happy! I will! I will!" | 8:28 | Lu par Maire Rhode | |
| The First Quarrel | 11:59 | Lu par Maire Rhode | |
| Known to Fame as Lillian Gale | 17:51 | Lu par Maire Rhode | |
| Divided Opinions | 10:50 | Lu par Maire Rhode | |
| "Always your Jack" | 11:54 | Lu par Maire Rhode | |
| A Maid and Model | 17:19 | Lu par Maire Rhode | |
| A Friendly Warning | 15:45 | Lu par Maire Rhode | |
| A Tragedy Averted | 16:08 | Lu par Maire Rhode | |
| The Girl on the Train | 14:10 | Lu par Maire Rhode | |
| "Grace by name and grace by nature" | 22:28 | Lu par Maire Rhode | |
| "I owe you too much" | 14:48 | Lu par Maire Rhode | |
| Lost and Found | 22:15 | Lu par Maire Rhode | |
| "If you aren't cross and displeased" | 19:25 | Lu par Maire Rhode | |
| A Quarrel and a Crisis | 12:29 | Lu par Maire Rhode | |
| "But I love you" | 15:52 | Lu par Maire Rhode | |
| Interrupted Sightseeing | 16:46 | Lu par Maire Rhode | |
| A Danger and a Problem | 19:01 | Lu par Maire Rhode | |
| "Call me Mother--if you can" | 21:43 | Lu par Maire Rhode | |
| Lillian Underwood's Story | 27:22 | Lu par Maire Rhode | |
| Little Miss Sonnot's Opportunity | 16:08 | Lu par Maire Rhode | |
| Life's Jog-Trot and a Quarrel | 16:54 | Lu par Maire Rhode | |
| An Amazing Discovery | 19:07 | Lu par Maire Rhode | |
| "Bluebeard's closet" | 14:19 | Lu par Maire Rhode | |
| A Summer of Happiness That Ends in Fear | 20:20 | Lu par Maire Rhode | |
| Playing the Game | 23:30 | Lu par Maire Rhode | |
| A Voice That Carried far | 15:51 | Lu par Maire Rhode | |
| :How nearly I lost you!" | 20:15 | Lu par Maire Rhode | |
| A Dark Night and a Troubled Dawn | 19:06 | Lu par Maire Rhode | |
| "But you will never know---" | 13:53 | Lu par Maire Rhode | |
| The Weeks That Followed | 7:42 | Lu par Maire Rhode | |
| A Mysterious Stranger | 16:47 | Lu par Maire Rhode | |
| "The dearest friend I ever had" | 19:00 | Lu par Maire Rhode | |
| "Mother" Graham Has Something to Say | 13:08 | Lu par Maire Rhode | |
| A Message From The Past | 12:11 | Lu par Maire Rhode | |
| The Word of Jack | 17:19 | Lu par Maire Rhode | |
| "And yet--" | 14:46 | Lu par Maire Rhode | |
| A Change in Lillian Underwood | 16:21 | Lu par Maire Rhode | |
| "No--nurse--just--Lillian" | 16:04 | Lu par Maire Rhode | |
| Harry Calls to Say Good-Bye | 15:21 | Lu par Maire Rhode | |
| Madge Faces The Past and Hears a Door Softly Close | 10:40 | Lu par Maire Rhode | |
| Why Did Dicky Go? | 22:08 | Lu par Maire Rhode | |
| Days That Creep Slowly By | 19:37 | Lu par Maire Rhode | |
| "Take me home" | 10:00 | Lu par Maire Rhode |
Critiques
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ellene3C@comcast.net
Fine narration. A little slow in parts but that might be me. The wife is maddeningly long-suffering but thank god she breaks from her passivity when pushed too far. 3 dimensional character. Thumbs up.
Bob L.
Interesting take on marriage. Can’t say I disagree entirely; but then that’s what makes story-telling so engaging.
Great book. Lovely to be taken back to such old times
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Tony Holland
Interesting story of a past era and perfectly read.