Emma (version 3)
Jane Austen
Read by Elizabeth Klett
Jane Austen famously described Emma Woodhouse, the title character of her 1815 novel, as "a heroine whom no-one but myself will much like." Yet generations of readers have loved Emma, as much for her blunders as for her wit and vivacity. Emma, "handsome, clever, and rich," has nothing else to do but try to pair off her friends, and she consistently mis-reads the relationships and situations around her as much as she mis-reads her own heart. The novel features a wonderful cast of characters, including Emma's hypochondriac father, the odiously prideful Mrs. Elton, the mysterious and reserved Jane Fairfax, and Miss Bates, who never stops talking. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett). (14 hr 53 min)
Chapters
01 - Volume 1, Chapter 01 | 19:23 | Read by Elizabeth Klett |
02 - Volume 1, Chapter 02 | 10:00 | Read by Elizabeth Klett |
03 - Volume 1, Chapter 03 | 10:50 | Read by Elizabeth Klett |
04 - Volume 1, Chapter 04 | 18:55 | Read by Elizabeth Klett |
05 - Volume 1, Chapter 05 | 11:53 | Read by Elizabeth Klett |
06 - Volume 1, Chapter 06 | 15:33 | Read by Elizabeth Klett |
07 - Volume I, Chapter 07 | 14:00 | Read by Elizabeth Klett |
08 - Volume I, Chapter 08 | 23:35 | Read by Elizabeth Klett |
09 - Volume I, Chapter 09 | 26:37 | Read by Elizabeth Klett |
10 - Volume I, Chapter 10 | 13:55 | Read by Elizabeth Klett |
11 - Volume I, Chapter 11 | 11:45 | Read by Elizabeth Klett |
12 - Volume I, Chapter 12 | 18:24 | Read by Elizabeth Klett |
13 - Volume I, Chapter 13 | 16:31 | Read by Elizabeth Klett |
14 - Volume I, Chapter 14 | 13:28 | Read by Elizabeth Klett |
15 - Volume I, Chapter 15 | 18:35 | Read by Elizabeth Klett |
16 - Volume I, Chapter 16 | 10:58 | Read by Elizabeth Klett |
17 - Volume I, Chapter 17 | 6:43 | Read by Elizabeth Klett |
18 - Volume I, Chapter 18 | 13:55 | Read by Elizabeth Klett |
19 - Volume II, Chapter 1 | 15:35 | Read by Elizabeth Klett |
20 - Volume II, Chapter 2 | 14:07 | Read by Elizabeth Klett |
21 - Volume II, Chapter 3 | 22:42 | Read by Elizabeth Klett |
22 - Volume II, Chapter 4 | 9:42 | Read by Elizabeth Klett |
23 - Volume II, Chapter 5 | 18:26 | Read by Elizabeth Klett |
24 - Volume II, Chapter 6 | 16:40 | Read by Elizabeth Klett |
25 - Volume II, Chapter 7 | 12:25 | Read by Elizabeth Klett |
26 - Volume II, Chapter 8 | 36:08 | Read by Elizabeth Klett |
27 - Volume II, Chapter 9 | 16:25 | Read by Elizabeth Klett |
28 - Volume II, Chapter 10 | 11:32 | Read by Elizabeth Klett |
29 - Volume II, Chapter 11 | 18:15 | Read by Elizabeth Klett |
30 - Volume II, Chapter 12 | 12:46 | Read by Elizabeth Klett |
31 - Volume II, Chapter 13 | 11:23 | Read by Elizabeth Klett |
32 - Volume II, Chapter 14 | 22:32 | Read by Elizabeth Klett |
33 - Volume II, Chapter 15 | 17:16 | Read by Elizabeth Klett |
34 - Volume II, Chapter 16 | 17:25 | Read by Elizabeth Klett |
35 - Volume II, Chapter 17 | 12:17 | Read by Elizabeth Klett |
36 - Volume II, Chapter 18 | 15:36 | Read by Elizabeth Klett |
37 - Volume III, Chapter 1 | 7:02 | Read by Elizabeth Klett |
38 - Volume III, Chapter 2 | 24:24 | Read by Elizabeth Klett |
39 - Volume III, Chapter 3 | 9:08 | Read by Elizabeth Klett |
40 - Volume III, Chapter 4 | 11:40 | Read by Elizabeth Klett |
41 - Volume III, Chapter 5 | 16:15 | Read by Elizabeth Klett |
42 - Volume III, Chapter 6 | 28:27 | Read by Elizabeth Klett |
43 - Volume III, Chapter 7 | 19:08 | Read by Elizabeth Klett |
44 - Volume III, Chapter 8 | 13:56 | Read by Elizabeth Klett |
45 - Volume III, Chapter 9 | 13:59 | Read by Elizabeth Klett |
46 - Volume III, Chapter 10 | 17:43 | Read by Elizabeth Klett |
47 - Volume III, Chapter 11 | 24:09 | Read by Elizabeth Klett |
48 - Volume III, Chapter 12 | 16:05 | Read by Elizabeth Klett |
49 - Volume III, Chapter 13 | 19:09 | Read by Elizabeth Klett |
50 - Volume III, Chapter 14 | 19:25 | Read by Elizabeth Klett |
51 - Volume III, Chapter 15 | 13:26 | Read by Elizabeth Klett |
52 - Volume III, Chapter 16 | 18:46 | Read by Elizabeth Klett |
53 - Volume III, Chapter 17 | 16:47 | Read by Elizabeth Klett |
54 - Volume III, Chapter 18 | 20:20 | Read by Elizabeth Klett |
55 - Volume III, Chapter 19 | 7:09 | Read by Elizabeth Klett |
Reviews
Delightful!
Abigail
Emma just might be my new favorite work of Austen’s. I love the characters, the story line is excellent, and the book is full of the sparkling wit that characterizes Jane Austen. Not to mention Elizabeth Klett, who gave life to each character! Her narrating is delightful, I’m very grateful for her recording of Emma. Definitely recommend!
mhnr
I'm in love with Elizabeth Klett's reading. The women's voices were especially well done. Everything was so vivid through Ms Klett's reading of it. I didn't think I would enjoy an audiobook and for a first, this was a wonderful experience. And what can I say about Emma? Austen might have thought nobody but her would like Emma, but Ms Woodhouse is too charming not to be liked. I do think I would have liked a little more Mr. Knightley, but this was a wonderful story ♡
amazing writing
A LibriVox Listener
The indirect dialogue style is fascinating and it's so cool how the author is able to characterize each person so distinctly. Mr. Woodhouse and Ms. Bates made me laugh so hard. 😊
Jesus is Lord
I loved how amazing the reader was. I tend to be kind of picky when it comes to good readers. In my opinion the reader plays into the enjoyment of the audiobook a lot. Elizabeth Klett did an amazing job at giving the different characters different voices. I would highly recommend this to any Jane Austen fan. The story itself was amazing as well! Definitely check it out.
Elizabeth Klett is a marvellous reader
Ann Mcloughlin
I come back to Prof Klett's versions of the Austen novels time and again. One day I prefer Persuasion, the next Pride and Prejudice. Sometimes the wonderful Mr Tilney and the tongue-in-cheek humour of Northanger jostle forward. But it is indisputable that Ms Austen left us a truly outstanding body of work. Thank you to both creator and narrator!
One of My Favorites
kd
Wonderful reading of one of my favorite Austen books. It is one of Austen's longest books. Although Emma as a main character is somewhat spoiled and not very perceptive, her vivacity and good intentions all combined to create a lot of humor and fun. Full of satire and liveliness, this book is a joy to listen to multiple times.
WanderingHen
Beautifully narrated! Absolute perfection and quite funny that Jane Austen didn’t think others would like Emma but I think she’s too charming to not fall in love with. This has always been one of my favorite books and it was a pleasure to listen to this time around!
Another excellent listen from Austen and Klett
Ronald Newcombe
Emma has a less abrupt ending than other Austen novels which is a pleasant surprise. All the drama and romantic intrigue and humour one would expect. Fantastic reading as well, one of the best on Librivox