Revelations of a Wife


Read by Maire Rhode

(4.4 stars; 27 reviews)

Revelations of a Wife invites listeners into the intricate world of Margaret "Madge" Graham, a spirited former schoolteacher navigating the complexities of marriage with her artist husband, Dicky. Serialized in newspapers from 1915, this engaging narrative captures the trials and triumphs of their relationship, reflecting the societal expectations of the early 20th century.

Set against the backdrop of a rapidly changing America, Madge's story explores themes of independence, love, and the challenges of balancing personal aspirations with marital commitments. As she confronts the ups and downs of her life, listeners will find themselves drawn into her journey of self-discovery and resilience.

Adele Garrison's keen observations and relatable characters resonate with readers, making this work a fascinating glimpse into the emotional landscape of a woman striving for autonomy in a traditional world. With a rich history and a devoted readership, Revelations of a Wife remains a significant piece of early 20th-century literature.

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"I will be happy! I will! I will!" 8:28 Read by Maire Rhode
The First Quarrel 11:59 Read by Maire Rhode
Known to Fame as Lillian Gale 17:51 Read by Maire Rhode
Divided Opinions 10:50 Read by Maire Rhode
"Always your Jack" 11:54 Read by Maire Rhode
A Maid and Model 17:19 Read by Maire Rhode
A Friendly Warning 15:45 Read by Maire Rhode
A Tragedy Averted 16:08 Read by Maire Rhode
The Girl on the Train 14:10 Read by Maire Rhode
"Grace by name and grace by nature" 22:28 Read by Maire Rhode
"I owe you too much" 14:48 Read by Maire Rhode
Lost and Found 22:15 Read by Maire Rhode
"If you aren't cross and displeased" 19:25 Read by Maire Rhode
A Quarrel and a Crisis 12:29 Read by Maire Rhode
"But I love you" 15:52 Read by Maire Rhode
Interrupted Sightseeing 16:46 Read by Maire Rhode
A Danger and a Problem 19:01 Read by Maire Rhode
"Call me Mother--if you can" 21:43 Read by Maire Rhode
Lillian Underwood's Story 27:22 Read by Maire Rhode
Little Miss Sonnot's Opportunity 16:08 Read by Maire Rhode
Life's Jog-Trot and a Quarrel 16:54 Read by Maire Rhode
An Amazing Discovery 19:07 Read by Maire Rhode
"Bluebeard's closet" 14:19 Read by Maire Rhode
A Summer of Happiness That Ends in Fear 20:20 Read by Maire Rhode
Playing the Game 23:30 Read by Maire Rhode
A Voice That Carried far 15:51 Read by Maire Rhode
:How nearly I lost you!" 20:15 Read by Maire Rhode
A Dark Night and a Troubled Dawn 19:06 Read by Maire Rhode
"But you will never know---" 13:53 Read by Maire Rhode
The Weeks That Followed 7:42 Read by Maire Rhode
A Mysterious Stranger 16:47 Read by Maire Rhode
"The dearest friend I ever had" 19:00 Read by Maire Rhode
"Mother" Graham Has Something to Say 13:08 Read by Maire Rhode
A Message From The Past 12:11 Read by Maire Rhode
The Word of Jack 17:19 Read by Maire Rhode
"And yet--" 14:46 Read by Maire Rhode
A Change in Lillian Underwood 16:21 Read by Maire Rhode
"No--nurse--just--Lillian" 16:04 Read by Maire Rhode
Harry Calls to Say Good-Bye 15:21 Read by Maire Rhode
Madge Faces The Past and Hears a Door Softly Close 10:40 Read by Maire Rhode
Why Did Dicky Go? 22:08 Read by Maire Rhode
Days That Creep Slowly By 19:37 Read by Maire Rhode
"Take me home" 10:00 Read by Maire Rhode

Reviews

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(4 stars)

Fine narration. A little slow in parts but that might be me. The wife is maddeningly long-suffering but thank god she breaks from her passivity when pushed too far. 3 dimensional character. Thumbs up.


(3.5 stars)

Interesting take on marriage. Can’t say I disagree entirely; but then that’s what makes story-telling so engaging.

Great book. Lovely to be taken back to such old times


(5 stars)


(5 stars)

Interesting story of a past era and perfectly read.