Episodes

  • 023 - Chapter 36

    023 - Chapter 36
    Feb 21 2026
    Discover the poignant tale of Effi Briest, a masterpiece of Prussian Realism that remains largely undiscovered in the English-speaking world, yet is a staple in German education. This tragic story follows Effi, a young woman from a venerable family, who finds herself bound by duty to marry Geert von Instetten, a much older Prussian official. As the narrative unfolds, the strict adherence to social obligations leads to devastating consequences for Effi, particularly as she navigates the repercussions of her own indiscretions. Thomas Mann once suggested that if one could only choose six books to keep, Effi Briest would undoubtedly deserve a place among them. (Summary by Margaret)
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    15 mins
  • 022 - Chapter 35

    022 - Chapter 35
    Feb 21 2026
    Discover the poignant tale of Effi Briest, a masterpiece of Prussian Realism that remains largely undiscovered in the English-speaking world, yet is a staple in German education. This tragic story follows Effi, a young woman from a venerable family, who finds herself bound by duty to marry Geert von Instetten, a much older Prussian official. As the narrative unfolds, the strict adherence to social obligations leads to devastating consequences for Effi, particularly as she navigates the repercussions of her own indiscretions. Thomas Mann once suggested that if one could only choose six books to keep, Effi Briest would undoubtedly deserve a place among them. (Summary by Margaret)
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    19 mins
  • 021 - Chapters 33 and 34

    021 - Chapters 33 and 34
    Feb 21 2026
    Discover the poignant tale of Effi Briest, a masterpiece of Prussian Realism that remains largely undiscovered in the English-speaking world, yet is a staple in German education. This tragic story follows Effi, a young woman from a venerable family, who finds herself bound by duty to marry Geert von Instetten, a much older Prussian official. As the narrative unfolds, the strict adherence to social obligations leads to devastating consequences for Effi, particularly as she navigates the repercussions of her own indiscretions. Thomas Mann once suggested that if one could only choose six books to keep, Effi Briest would undoubtedly deserve a place among them. (Summary by Margaret)
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    24 mins
  • 020 - Chapter 32

    020 - Chapter 32
    Feb 21 2026
    Discover the poignant tale of Effi Briest, a masterpiece of Prussian Realism that remains largely undiscovered in the English-speaking world, yet is a staple in German education. This tragic story follows Effi, a young woman from a venerable family, who finds herself bound by duty to marry Geert von Instetten, a much older Prussian official. As the narrative unfolds, the strict adherence to social obligations leads to devastating consequences for Effi, particularly as she navigates the repercussions of her own indiscretions. Thomas Mann once suggested that if one could only choose six books to keep, Effi Briest would undoubtedly deserve a place among them. (Summary by Margaret)
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    31 mins
  • 019 - Chapters 29-31

    019 - Chapters 29-31
    Feb 21 2026
    Discover the poignant tale of Effi Briest, a masterpiece of Prussian Realism that remains largely undiscovered in the English-speaking world, yet is a staple in German education. This tragic story follows Effi, a young woman from a venerable family, who finds herself bound by duty to marry Geert von Instetten, a much older Prussian official. As the narrative unfolds, the strict adherence to social obligations leads to devastating consequences for Effi, particularly as she navigates the repercussions of her own indiscretions. Thomas Mann once suggested that if one could only choose six books to keep, Effi Briest would undoubtedly deserve a place among them. (Summary by Margaret)
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    23 mins
  • 018 - Chapters 26-28

    018 - Chapters 26-28
    Feb 21 2026
    Discover the poignant tale of Effi Briest, a masterpiece of Prussian Realism that remains largely undiscovered in the English-speaking world, yet is a staple in German education. This tragic story follows Effi, a young woman from a venerable family, who finds herself bound by duty to marry Geert von Instetten, a much older Prussian official. As the narrative unfolds, the strict adherence to social obligations leads to devastating consequences for Effi, particularly as she navigates the repercussions of her own indiscretions. Thomas Mann once suggested that if one could only choose six books to keep, Effi Briest would undoubtedly deserve a place among them. (Summary by Margaret)
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    30 mins
  • 017 - Chapters 24 and 25

    017 - Chapters 24 and 25
    Feb 21 2026
    Discover the poignant tale of Effi Briest, a masterpiece of Prussian Realism that remains largely undiscovered in the English-speaking world, yet is a staple in German education. This tragic story follows Effi, a young woman from a venerable family, who finds herself bound by duty to marry Geert von Instetten, a much older Prussian official. As the narrative unfolds, the strict adherence to social obligations leads to devastating consequences for Effi, particularly as she navigates the repercussions of her own indiscretions. Thomas Mann once suggested that if one could only choose six books to keep, Effi Briest would undoubtedly deserve a place among them. (Summary by Margaret)
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    39 mins
  • 016 - Chapters 22 and 23

    016 - Chapters 22 and 23
    Feb 21 2026
    Discover the poignant tale of Effi Briest, a masterpiece of Prussian Realism that remains largely undiscovered in the English-speaking world, yet is a staple in German education. This tragic story follows Effi, a young woman from a venerable family, who finds herself bound by duty to marry Geert von Instetten, a much older Prussian official. As the narrative unfolds, the strict adherence to social obligations leads to devastating consequences for Effi, particularly as she navigates the repercussions of her own indiscretions. Thomas Mann once suggested that if one could only choose six books to keep, Effi Briest would undoubtedly deserve a place among them. (Summary by Margaret)
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    21 mins