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Son At The Front

Son At The Front

By: Edith Wharton
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Discover the powerful yet often overlooked novel Son At The Front by Edith Wharton, the first woman to win the Pulitzer Prize for Literature. Known for her keen social observations and deep compassion, Wharton takes us into the heart of World War I through the eyes of two divorced parents. John and Julia are grappling with the reality of their son, George, who defies their wishes to serve his country. Julia, horrified by his enlistment, clashes with Johns secret pride alongside Georges stepfather. As their son faces the uncertainties of war, will he return home alive? Join us as we explore the complexities of love, duty, and sacrifice in this poignant tale. - Summary by Stav NisserCopyright International Ambient Sounds Science Social Sciences World
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  • 036 - Chapter XXXVI

    036 - Chapter XXXVI
    Feb 5 2026
    Discover the powerful yet often overlooked novel Son At The Front by Edith Wharton, the first woman to win the Pulitzer Prize for Literature. Known for her keen social observations and deep compassion, Wharton takes us into the heart of World War I through the eyes of two divorced parents. John and Julia are grappling with the reality of their son, George, who defies their wishes to serve his country. Julia, horrified by his enlistment, clashes with Johns secret pride alongside Georges stepfather. As their son faces the uncertainties of war, will he return home alive? Join us as we explore the complexities of love, duty, and sacrifice in this poignant tale. - Summary by Stav Nisser
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    29 mins
  • 035 - Chapter XXXV

    035 - Chapter XXXV
    Feb 4 2026
    Discover the powerful yet often overlooked novel Son At The Front by Edith Wharton, the first woman to win the Pulitzer Prize for Literature. Known for her keen social observations and deep compassion, Wharton takes us into the heart of World War I through the eyes of two divorced parents. John and Julia are grappling with the reality of their son, George, who defies their wishes to serve his country. Julia, horrified by his enlistment, clashes with Johns secret pride alongside Georges stepfather. As their son faces the uncertainties of war, will he return home alive? Join us as we explore the complexities of love, duty, and sacrifice in this poignant tale. - Summary by Stav Nisser
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    14 mins
  • 034 - Chapter XXIV

    034 - Chapter XXIV
    Feb 3 2026
    Discover the powerful yet often overlooked novel Son At The Front by Edith Wharton, the first woman to win the Pulitzer Prize for Literature. Known for her keen social observations and deep compassion, Wharton takes us into the heart of World War I through the eyes of two divorced parents. John and Julia are grappling with the reality of their son, George, who defies their wishes to serve his country. Julia, horrified by his enlistment, clashes with Johns secret pride alongside Georges stepfather. As their son faces the uncertainties of war, will he return home alive? Join us as we explore the complexities of love, duty, and sacrifice in this poignant tale. - Summary by Stav Nisser
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    22 mins
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