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Longest Journey

Longest Journey

By: E. M. Forster
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 Set in the idyllic backdrop of early 20th century Cambridge, Longest Journey follows the life of Frederick Elliot, a student navigating the complexities of friendship and personal identity. As an orphan who faced bullying due to his frail body and lame foot, Rickie finds solace among a group of bright yet cynical peers. When his only friends from home, the engaged Agnes Pembroke and her older brother Herbert, come to visit, old wounds are reopened. Agnes is betrothed to Gerald, a former tormentor from Rickies past, complicating their reunion. Despite his struggles with argumentation, Rickies deep connection to poetry and art allows him to find acceptance within a philosophical circle led by the sharp-witted and jaded Stuart Ansell, who coldly dismisses Agnes. This poignant tale explores themes of friendship, love, and the search for belonging amidst lifes challenges.Copyright Fiction Classics Philosophy Science Social Sciences
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  • 035 - Chapter 35

    035 - Chapter 35
    Feb 22 2026
    Set in the idyllic backdrop of early 20th century Cambridge, Longest Journey follows the life of Frederick Elliot, a student navigating the complexities of friendship and personal identity. As an orphan who faced bullying due to his frail body and lame foot, Rickie finds solace among a group of bright yet cynical peers. When his only friends from home, the engaged Agnes Pembroke and her older brother Herbert, come to visit, old wounds are reopened. Agnes is betrothed to Gerald, a former tormentor from Rickies past, complicating their reunion. Despite his struggles with argumentation, Rickies deep connection to poetry and art allows him to find acceptance within a philosophical circle led by the sharp-witted and jaded Stuart Ansell, who coldly dismisses Agnes. This poignant tale explores themes of friendship, love, and the search for belonging amidst lifes challenges.
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    16 mins
  • 034 - Chapter 34

    034 - Chapter 34
    Feb 21 2026
    Set in the idyllic backdrop of early 20th century Cambridge, Longest Journey follows the life of Frederick Elliot, a student navigating the complexities of friendship and personal identity. As an orphan who faced bullying due to his frail body and lame foot, Rickie finds solace among a group of bright yet cynical peers. When his only friends from home, the engaged Agnes Pembroke and her older brother Herbert, come to visit, old wounds are reopened. Agnes is betrothed to Gerald, a former tormentor from Rickies past, complicating their reunion. Despite his struggles with argumentation, Rickies deep connection to poetry and art allows him to find acceptance within a philosophical circle led by the sharp-witted and jaded Stuart Ansell, who coldly dismisses Agnes. This poignant tale explores themes of friendship, love, and the search for belonging amidst lifes challenges.
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    21 mins
  • 033 - Chapter 33

    033 - Chapter 33
    Feb 20 2026
    Set in the idyllic backdrop of early 20th century Cambridge, Longest Journey follows the life of Frederick Elliot, a student navigating the complexities of friendship and personal identity. As an orphan who faced bullying due to his frail body and lame foot, Rickie finds solace among a group of bright yet cynical peers. When his only friends from home, the engaged Agnes Pembroke and her older brother Herbert, come to visit, old wounds are reopened. Agnes is betrothed to Gerald, a former tormentor from Rickies past, complicating their reunion. Despite his struggles with argumentation, Rickies deep connection to poetry and art allows him to find acceptance within a philosophical circle led by the sharp-witted and jaded Stuart Ansell, who coldly dismisses Agnes. This poignant tale explores themes of friendship, love, and the search for belonging amidst lifes challenges.
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    26 mins
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