Midsummer Night in the Workhouse
Narrated by Diana Athill
- Released
- April 18, 2024
- Length
- 3 hrs
- Format
- Unabridged Audiobook
- Publisher
- Macmillan Collector's Library
Midsummer Night in the Workhouse is a captivating collection of short stories set in 1950s England, Italy, and France, by renowned author and editor Diana Athill. Featuring female protagonists navigating love affairs, personal conflicts, and poignant memories, the narratives draw inspiration from Athill's own experiences and delve into the complexities of human life. Originally published in 1962, this edition includes a preface by the author and is part of the Persephone Audiobook Collection, which highlights overlooked works by women writers.
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