«The French Lieutenant’s Woman» — the book, also known in another translation under the title «The French Lieutenant’s Mistress», is a psychological novel by the British classic John Fowles, published in millions of copies, successfully filmed and still unsurpassed.
First published in 1969, it has become one of the most significant cultural events of the 20th century. This work, combining the traditions of the Victorian novel, allusions to the great works of English literature, references to the teachings of Freud and the motives of existential philosophical views, has become a vivid postmodern statement. Written according to the canons of the 19th century, Fowles’s book reflects the artistic paradigm of the 20th century — it is an experiment with form and reflection on the role of the writer as an independent observer who is unable to influence the motives and actions of the characters.
All fans of psychological prose have a chance to not only read, but also hear one of the greatest classics. The text of «Women of the French Lieutenant» in the new translation by Sergei Task is read by the theater and film actor Vladislav Vetrov. Great voice acting turns this intriguing novel into theater at the microphone — the reader has no chance not to be involved in the core of the story.
Created with the participation of the Audiobook Department (AST)
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