Swan Song: Free Audiobook and Listening Guide

Swan Song, credited to Anton Chekhov, is available as a LibriVox volunteer audiobook. This guide identifies the recording, its source summary and its audio tracks.

About the work

The LibriVox catalogue summary, preserved with the recording, reads:

LibriVox recording of Swan Song, by Anton Chekhov. In 'The Swan Song' an aging actor reminisces about his life and the parts he's played. The piece takes a tragic look at ambition and the sacrifices that must be made in order to succeed. Chekhov’s ability to capture and explore human nature and experience is showcased here. (Summary by Lucy Perry) Cast: VASILI SVIETLOVIDOFF, a comedian, 68 years old - Peter Yearsley NIKITA IVANITCH, a prompter, an old man - Phillippa Narrated by Lucy Perry Audio edited by Peter Yearsley

Recording facts

• Recording title: Swan Song
• Author credits: Anton Chekhov
• Language: English
• Original MP3 tracks: 1
• Listed recording duration: 18:26

Catalogue topics

• Play
• drama

Track guide

1. The Swan Song — 18:26

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