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Delve into the world of Gaston Leroux's Phantom of the Opera and discover why some consider it the best Gothic novel ever written. Explore the themes, characters, and influences of this classic French literature in this thought-provoking video.
Forget the amusing but trivial musical; this is a story of obsession and horror.
Gaston Leroux's timeless classic, "The Phantom of the Opera." was first published as a serialized novel in the French newspaper "Le Gaulois" from September 1909 to January 1910, this gripping tale has captivated audiences for over a century. Leroux's masterpiece blends historical events at the Paris Opera during the 19th century with an apocryphal tale, creating a rich tapestry of mystery, romance, and intrigue.
Follow the story of Christine Daaé, a young Swedish soprano, as she becomes entangled in the web of the enigmatic "Opera Ghost," a mysterious figure who haunts the Palais Garnier Opera House. As strange events unfold and the line between reality and fantasy blurs, Christine finds herself drawn into a world of music, passion, and dark secrets.
Immerse yourself in the atmospheric setting of Paris and the grandeur of the Opera House as you unravel the mystery of the Phantom. With its unforgettable characters, lush descriptions, and a plot that keeps you guessing until the very end, "The Phantom of the Opera" is a literary masterpiece that has inspired countless adaptations on stage and screen.
Join us on this mesmerizing audio journey as we bring Leroux's immortal words to life, and experience the story that has left an indelible mark on the world of literature and popular culture.
Phantom of The Opera Contents
00:00:00 Start
00:00:30 PROLOGUE07:49:240:11:04 I IS IT A GHOST?
00:30:55 II THE NEW MARGARITA
00:51:17 0III THE MYSTERIOUS REASON
01:08:12 IV BOX FIVE
01:34:24 V THE ENCHANTED VIOLIN
02:08:39 VI A VISIT TO BOX FIVE
02:14:39 VII FAUST AND WHAT FOLLOWED
02:42:45 VIII THE MYSTERIOUS BROUGHAM
02:59:44 IX AT THE MASKED BALL
03:21:30 X FORGET THE NAME OF THE MAN'S VOICE
03:35:25 XI ABOVE THE TRAP-DOORS
03:48:45 XII APOLLO'S LYRE
04:35:30 XIII A MASTER-STROKE OF THE TRAP-DOOR LOVER
04:57:15 XIV THE SINGULAR ATTITUDE OF A SAFETY-PIN
05:09:11 XV CHRISTINE! CHRISTINE!
05:18:05 XVI MME. GIRY'S REVELATIONS
05:41:30 XVII THE SAFETY-PIN AGAIN
05:54:17 XVIII THE COMMISSARY, THE VISCOUNT AND THE PERSIAN
06:05:03 XIX THE VISCOUNT AND THE PERSIAN
06:17:14 XX IN THE CELLARS OF THE OPERA
06:4099:32 XXI INTERESTING VICISSITUDES
07:20:42 XXII IN THE TORTURE CHAMBER
07:34:53 XXIII THE TORTURES BEGIN
07:49:24 XXIV BARRELS! BARRELS!
08:14:05 XXV THE SCORPION OR THE GRASSHOPPER: WHICH?
08:30:29 XXVI THE END OF THE GHOST'S LOVE STORY
08:51:27 EPILOGUE
09:10:42 END
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Delve into the world of Gaston Leroux's Phantom of the Opera and discover why some consider it the best Gothic novel ever written. Explore the themes, characters, and influences of this classic French literature in this thought-provoking video.
Forget the amusing but trivial musical; this is a story of obsession and horror.
Gaston Leroux's timeless classic, "The Phantom of the Opera." was first published as a serialized novel in the French newspaper "Le Gaulois" from September 1909 to January 1910, this gripping tale has captivated audiences for over a century. Leroux's masterpiece blends historical events at the Paris Opera during the 19th century with an apocryphal tale, creating a rich tapestry of mystery, romance, and intrigue.
Follow the story of Christine Daaé, a young Swedish soprano, as she becomes entangled in the web of the enigmatic "Opera Ghost," a mysterious figure who haunts the Palais Garnier Opera House. As strange events unfold and the line between reality and fantasy blurs, Christine finds herself drawn into a world of music, passion, and dark secrets.
Immerse yourself in the atmospheric setting of Paris and the grandeur of the Opera House as you unravel the mystery of the Phantom. With its unforgettable characters, lush descriptions, and a plot that keeps you guessing until the very end, "The Phantom of the Opera" is a literary masterpiece that has inspired countless adaptations on stage and screen.
Join us on this mesmerizing audio journey as we bring Leroux's immortal words to life, and experience the story that has left an indelible mark on the world of literature and popular culture.
Phantom of The Opera Contents
00:00:00 Start
00:00:30 PROLOGUE07:49:240:11:04 I IS IT A GHOST?
00:30:55 II THE NEW MARGARITA
00:51:17 0III THE MYSTERIOUS REASON
01:08:12 IV BOX FIVE
01:34:24 V THE ENCHANTED VIOLIN
02:08:39 VI A VISIT TO BOX FIVE
02:14:39 VII FAUST AND WHAT FOLLOWED
02:42:45 VIII THE MYSTERIOUS BROUGHAM
02:59:44 IX AT THE MASKED BALL
03:21:30 X FORGET THE NAME OF THE MAN'S VOICE
03:35:25 XI ABOVE THE TRAP-DOORS
03:48:45 XII APOLLO'S LYRE
04:35:30 XIII A MASTER-STROKE OF THE TRAP-DOOR LOVER
04:57:15 XIV THE SINGULAR ATTITUDE OF A SAFETY-PIN
05:09:11 XV CHRISTINE! CHRISTINE!
05:18:05 XVI MME. GIRY'S REVELATIONS
05:41:30 XVII THE SAFETY-PIN AGAIN
05:54:17 XVIII THE COMMISSARY, THE VISCOUNT AND THE PERSIAN
06:05:03 XIX THE VISCOUNT AND THE PERSIAN
06:17:14 XX IN THE CELLARS OF THE OPERA
06:4099:32 XXI INTERESTING VICISSITUDES
07:20:42 XXII IN THE TORTURE CHAMBER
07:34:53 XXIII THE TORTURES BEGIN
07:49:24 XXIV BARRELS! BARRELS!
08:14:05 XXV THE SCORPION OR THE GRASSHOPPER: WHICH?
08:30:29 XXVI THE END OF THE GHOST'S LOVE STORY
08:51:27 EPILOGUE
09:10:42 END
#ThePhantomOfTheOpera
#GastonLeroux
#ClassicLiterature
#AudiobookLover
#Unabridged
#19thCenturyLiterature
#FrenchLiterature
#ParisOperaHouse
#Mystery
#Romance
#Gothic
#Thriller
#AudiobookNarration
#Audiobook
#Literature
#Bookstagram
#BookTube
#ReadersOfInstagram
#BookLovers
#Bibliophile
#BookAddict
#BookishCommunity
#BookRecommendations
#MustRead
#ClassicNovel
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