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This Side of Paradise

By: F. Scott Fitzgerald
Narrated by: Dick Hill
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The book that launched F. Scott Fitzgerald to stardom

This Side of Paradise was first published in 1920 and was considered daring and intellectual in its day. Its enormous popularity helped to launch young Fitzgerald's career as a major writer.

Amory Blaine has been brought up by a wealthy, idiosyncratic, and alcoholic mother. Snobbish because he knows no better, he is uncomfortable with others and must learn the proper social etiquette and values embraced by his peers. As he progresses to Princeton University from the Midwest, he flirts with some predatory young women and chances friendship with some intellectual young men. Will he find happiness, or will his life be forever burdened by his ineptitude this side of paradise?

This novel is part of Brilliance Audio's extensive Classic Collection, bringing you timeless masterpieces that you and your family are sure to love.

Public Domain (P)1996 Brilliance Audio Classics
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I don't know where I read that this was one of the best books ever written. What a load of nonsense. From the first word till when I couldn't take any more I was just amazed at what gobbledegook FSF wrote. Would love a refund but I suppose that is out of the question.

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