Audiobooks by Katherine Mansfield

"Before she became one of the most celebrated short story writers of the 20th century, Katherine Mansfield poured her raw, unfiltered voice into The Aloe—a vivid, semi-autobiographical novella that later evolved into her renowned story, Prelude. Set in colonial New Zealand, The Aloe captures a moment of transition for the Burnell family as they move into a new home. At the heart of it all is Kezia, a perceptive young girl whose sharp eyes and quiet curiosity offer a child's view of adult tension, familial love, and the quiet dramas of everyday life. Through lush, lyrical prose, Mansfield explores the unspoken complexities of women's roles, family expectations, and inner longing—all from the inside out. This early work is not just a precursor to literary greatness; it's a quietly radical portrait of memory, growth, and the strange beauty of ordinary moments."

Katherine Mansfield (Author), Alix Dunmore (Narrator)

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The Garden Party and Other Stories

"'And it seemed to her that kisses, voices, tinkling spoons, laughter, the smell of crushed grass were somehow inside her.' A master of the short story form, Katherine Mansfield offers fifteen remarkable tales in this pioneering and starkly perceptive collection: The Garden Party and Other Stories. Exploring themes such as class, identity and the human experience, The Garden Party and Other Stories captures several moments of emotional revelation and self-discovery. From unveiling the horrors of the disparity of wealth in the title story, 'The Garden Party', to the devastating effects of loneliness and misogyny in 'Miss Brill', Mansfield's narratives never fail to leave their emotional stamp on their reader. Famed for her vivid depiction of the inner lives of her characters, Mansfield skilfully navigates the complexities of everyday relationships and societal expectations in this stunning masterclass of short story writing. This audiobook edition is expertly brought to life by Stephanie Racine. Katherine Mansfield (1888 – 1923) was a New Zealand writer and critic. She was an important figurehead of the modernist movement, befriending the likes of Virginia Woolf and D. H. Lawrence amongst others. Her works regularly explored themes such as sexuality, religion and existentialism, and have been translated into twenty-five different languages across the world."

Katherine Mansfield (Author), Stephanie Racine (Narrator)

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The Garden-Party

"This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. The wealthy Sheridan family are preparing themselves to host a garden party. Laura is charged with commanding the workers on the placement of the marquee. Her 'superior' air quickly disintegrates into an admiration for the workingmen, with whom she feels a personal connection. Laura's mother, Mrs. Sheridan, has ordered masses of lilies, to both their delight. Laura's sisters, Meg and Jose, and their servant Hans, move furniture around to accommodate the piano. Jose tests the piano, and then sings a song in case she is asked to do so again later."

Katherine Mansfield (Author), Synthesized voice – unspecified (Narrator)

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In a German Pension: 13 Stories

"'One cannot go about in a German pension without coming to the conclusion that life is very full of mysterious things.' First published in 1911, In a German Pension is the first collection of short stories from one of the modernist masters of the form, Katherine Mansfield. Written during Mansfield's stay in Bad Wörishofen after her unfortunate marriage and subsequent miscarriage, the stories in this emotionally acute collection offer sharp, satirical observations of German society, noting everything from proper etiquette to gender role expectations and the repression of women. Taking place within a boarding house, each story centres around a semi-autobiographical female figure. Mansfield expertly explores themes such as cultural misunderstandings and the absurdity of societal conventions, all told through what would become her trademark dry humour and nuanced critique. This audiobook edition is brilliantly brought to life by Eve Karpf. Katherine Mansfield (1888 – 1923) was a New Zealand writer and critic. She was an important figurehead of the modernist movement, befriending the likes of Virginia Woolf and D. H. Lawrence amongst others. Her works regularly explored themes such as sexuality, religion and existentialism, and have been translated into twenty-five different languages across the world."

Katherine Mansfield (Author), Eve Karpf (Narrator)

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The Fly

"In a world that has moved on, two men sit in the shadows of the past. One, frail and forgetful, speaks of things best left unsaid. The other, powerful yet unknowingly adrift, listens—and feels something crack beneath his carefully preserved sense of control. The war took their sons, but time has taken something else, something harder to name. In the quiet of an office where authority once meant everything, grief lingers like dust on old furniture. A casual visit, a few words spoken in passing, and suddenly, the weight of loss is too heavy to ignore. But the mind is a master of avoidance, and the heart? The heart plays its own cruel tricks. Then, a tiny presence—a mere insect—appears, drawing the eye, demanding attention. It is nothing, and yet, it is everything. A test. A distraction. A revelation. In a moment both meaningless and profound, the illusion of power meets the reality of fate. And in the end, what remains? Memory, sorrow, or simply... nothing at all? Mansfield's chilling masterpiece is a meditation on war, grief, and loss."

Katherine Mansfield (Author), Peter Coates (Narrator)

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The Garden Party

"A garden bathed in sunlight, tables laid with fine china, the hum of polite laughter—everything is in place for the perfect afternoon. The Sheridans' party is effortless, untouched by worry, floating on a breeze of privilege. But just beyond the garden's edge, life is different—harsh, unpolished, shaped by struggle. Laura Sheridan stands between these two worlds, drawn in by beauty yet unsettled by something she can't quite name. A hat, a voice, a fleeting hesitation—small moments that carry unexpected weight. Can innocence survive once you glimpse what lies outside the gates? Katherine Mansfield captures life in its quietest shifts, where a single step, a single thought, can change everything. In this delicate, fleeting space between celebration and sorrow, a truth lingers—waiting to be seen."

Katherine Mansfield (Author), Mark Bowen (Narrator)

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Anthology of Classic Short Stories. Vol. 2 (Animals): Kashtanka by Anton Chekhov, Sredni Vashtar by

"In these selections, an animal plays an important role in the action or plot of the story. The animals in these stories are real or are stand-ins for humans: Sredni Vashtar by Saki (H. H. Munro) Kholstomer, The Story of a Horse by Leo Tolstoy A Dark-Brown Dog by Stephen Crane Kashtanka by Anton Chekhov The Cat That Walked By Himself by Rudyard Kipling The Black Cat by Edgar Allan Poe The Fly by Katherine Mansfield The Boar-Pig by Saki (H. H. Munro) The Tiger Guest by Pu Songlbying Jackals and Arabs by Franz Kafka"

Anton Chekhov, Edgar Allan Poe, Franz Kafka, Katherine Mansfield, Leo Tolstoy, Pu Songlbying, Rudyard Kipling, Saki, Stephen Crane (Author), Peter Coates (Narrator)

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[Spanish] - Sopla el viento

"Este cuento de Katherine Mansfield captura un momento fugaz en la vida de una joven mientras pasea por el campo. A medida que el viento sopla, la protagonista reflexiona sobre su vida, sus relaciones y el paso del tiempo. La historia está impregnada de la sensibilidad lírica característica de Mansfield, que explora las emociones y los pensamientos íntimos de su personaje con una prosa delicada y evocadora, capturando la esencia de la juventud y la melancolía."

Katherine Mansfield (Author), Estela Frank (Narrator)

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Miss Brill

"Miss Brill is a poignant short story by Katherine Mansfield that explores themes of isolation and self-delusion through the experiences of its titular character.The narrative unfolds on a beautiful autumn Sunday in a French public park, where Miss Brill, a middle-aged English woman, enjoys her weekly ritual of people-watching while wearing her cherished but shabby fur stole. This fur, which she affectionately treats as a companion, symbolizes her own faded vitality and loneliness. As she observes the lively interactions around her, Miss Brill imagines herself as an actress in a grand play, believing that her presence is integral to the unfolding drama of life."

Katherine Mansfield (Author), Laura Sears (Narrator)

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3 Stories About - Moving On

"There is something about the number 3. The Ancient Greeks believed 3 was the perfect number, and in China 3 has always been a lucky number, and they know a thing or two. Most religions also have 3 this and 3 that and, of course, in these more modern times, three’s a crowd may be too many, except when it’s a ménage à trois. It seems good things usually come in threes.Whatever history and culture says WE think 3, a hat-trick of stories, is a great number to explore themes and literary avenues that classic authors were so adept at creating.From their pens to your your ears.01 - 3 Stories - Moving On02 - The Voyage by Katherine Mansfield03 - His Smile by Susan Glaspell04 - Elenora by Edgar Allan Poe"

Edgar Allan Poe, Katherine Mansfield, Susan Glaspell (Author), Eric Meyers, Laurel Lefkow, Richard Mitchley (Narrator)

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3 Stories About - Women's Sexuality

"There is something about the number 3. The Ancient Greeks believed 3 was the perfect number, and in China 3 has always been a lucky number, and they know a thing or two. Most religions also have 3 this and 3 that and, of course, in these more modern times, three’s a crowd may be too many, except when it’s a ménage à trois. It seems good things usually come in threes.Whatever history and culture says WE think 3, a hat-trick of stories, is a great number to explore themes and literary avenues that classic authors were so adept at creating.From their pens to your your ears. 01 - 3 Stories About - Women's Sexuality02 - Bliss by Katherine Mansfield03 - The Giant Wisteria by Charlotte Perkins Gilman04 - The Storm by Kate Chopin"

Charlotte Perkins Gilman, Kate Chopin, Katherine Mansfield (Author), Eve Karpf, Laurel Lefkow, Liza Ross (Narrator)

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3 Stories About - Death

"There is something about the number 3. The Ancient Greeks believed 3 was the perfect number, and in China 3 has always been a lucky number, and they know a thing or two. Most religions also have 3 this and 3 that and, of course, in these more modern times, three’s a crowd may be too many, except when it’s a ménage à trois. It seems good things usually come in threes.Whatever history and culture says WE think 3, a hat-trick of stories, is a great number to explore themes and literary avenues that classic authors were so adept at creating.From their pens to your your ears.01 - 3 Stories About - Death02 - Son by Ivan Bunin03 - The Last Leaf by O Henry04 - The Fly by Katherine Mansfield"

Ivan Bunin, Katherine Mansfield, O Henry (Author), Ghizela Rowe, Laurel Lefkow, Richard Mitchley (Narrator)

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