The Essential British Classics Collection: 5 Timeless Novels
- Author Charlotte Brontë
- Narrator Stephen Fry, Joanne Froggatt, Lucy Scott, Hugh Kermode, Rachel Atkins
- Publisher SNR Audio
- Publish Date 4 December 2025
- Run Time 99 hours and 34 minutes
- Format Audio
- Genre Classic fiction, Fiction: general and literary.
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What to expect
Five unforgettable stories that define British literature—rich in character, depth, and timeless themes.
This collection brings together some of the most influential and beloved novels in the English literary canon. From dystopian futures to sweeping romantic tales, these works explore human nature, social class, morality, and the quest for identity. Each novel is a reflection of its time, yet its themes remain strikingly relevant today.
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1984, by George Orwell – A chilling vision of a totalitarian regime that controls every aspect of life, this dystopian classic is a prescient warning about power, surveillance, and freedom.
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Great Expectations, by Charles Dickens – A gripping tale of love, betrayal, and self-discovery, as young Pip embarks on a journey of personal growth and moral awakening.
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Middlemarch, by George Eliot – A complex portrait of a small English town and its inhabitants, exploring issues of ambition, love, and societal change with remarkable insight.
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Pride & Prejudice, by Jane Austen – A witty and enduring romance that delves into social expectations, love, and the complexities of human relationships in Regency-era England.
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Jane Eyre, by Charlotte Brontë – A gothic, passionate tale of love, morality, and resilience as the orphaned Jane Eyre rises above adversity to find her voice and her place in the world.
Spanning genres and centuries,
The Essential British Classics Collection is a celebration of the best of British storytelling, offering profound insights into the human experience.
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