Confessions, volumes 5 and 6
Gelesen von Martin Geeson
Jean-Jacques Rousseau
(4,63 Sterne; 27 Bewertungen)
"She was more to me than a sister, a mother, a friend, or even than a mistress, and for this very reason she was not a mistress; in a word, I loved her too much to desire her..."
More of the amours of the twentysomething Jean-Jacques: here initiated into a strangely compromised manhood by his "maman" and perennial comforter -
"Was I happy? No: I felt I know-not-what invincible sadness which empoisoned my happiness, it seemed that I had committed an incest, and two or three times, pressing her eagerly in my arms, I deluged her bosom with my tears. On her part, as she had never sought pleasure, she had not the stings of remorse..."
(Introduction by Martin Geeson) (6 hr 28 min)
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Excellent!
thatartgirl
(5 Sterne)
Very entertaining read, and well read. Hoping Martin Geeson will continue recording the confessions. I would like to hear what happens when Rousseau goes to Paris!
good one
adam
(5 Sterne)
This installment was quite entertaining. His descriptions of his virginal "stupidity" is humorous and relatable. His discussion of his studies was also useful and enlightening. I too hope this talented reader will continue this endeavor.
good book reading style was painful to tolerate.
Regis Clark
(3 Sterne)
The over emphasis on illiteration is only good in moderation.
Wonderful!
James Reilly
(5 Sterne)
A wonderful book, and wonderfully well read.