The Bear and the Nightingale: A Novel Free Audiobook Download by Katherine Arden


The Bear and the Nightingale by Katherine Arden is a beautifully written story of a Russian girl born in the 1700s who falls in love with a supernatural creature she calls "the bear" or "the mewling coward". The bear speaks to her and becomes her protector, but as they grow up he seems to become less connected to the mortal world. They share an intimate bond that manifests through dreams, visions and otherworldly symbols. As their relationship grows more intense, both characters are faced with great challenges that could change the course of their lives forever.

What is a girl to do when the person you love most in the world, the one you see in your dreams and wake up with each morning, has turned into a monster, a terrifying beast that kills anyone who crosses its path? For Vasya, the answer was easy. She would leave.

The Bear and the Nightingale is a magical, lyrical tale of Natasha, a fearless Russian peasant girl who finds herself caught up in an epic battle between two supernatural creatures that have been warring for centuries.

The Bear and the Nightingale is a beautiful fairy tale narrated by Kathleen Gati. The book takes place in medieval Russia during a time when people believed that the only thing that could cause death was to be too close to the forest. Throughout this story, we are introduced to Vasya, who gets lost in the forest and meets her protector, Ivan.

The Bear and the Nightingale is a captivating novel of Russian folklore. It follows Vasya, a young girl who is taken into the woods to be sold as a slave. The story has two parts: Vasya's life before she was captured, and her life in the forest with her new family. Vasya's childhood was filled with wonderment and excitement until one day when her father took her hunting. That day changed her forever, causing an emotional breakdown after which she was sold as a slave.

The Bear and the Nightingale is a compelling story of a Russian princess in 19th century Russia, who embarks on an adventure to save her family and country. In doing so, she encounters new lands and cultures, most notably the land of the Russian peasants, and learns to respect them more than ever.

Published Date 2017-01-10
Duration 11 hours 48 minutes
Author Katherine Arden
Narrated Kathleen Gati
Reviews
(123 Reviews)
Abridged No
Is It Free? 30-days Free
Category Fiction & Literature
Parent Category Fairy Tales & Folklore, Literary Fiction, Fantasy

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