AUDIOBOOK
Winner Take Nothing
By Ernest Hemingway
Narrated by Nick Adams, Mr. Johnson, Girl, Doc Fischer, Captain Paravicini (Para), Mr. Harris, Peroxide Blonde (Frances), Man (Phil), Gentleman (Dr. Wyer), Boxer, Porter 1 (Vevey), Narrator (Roger), Trudy, Older Waiter, Younger Waiter
AI NarratedSUMMARY
Publisher's Summary
Winner Take Nothing is a collection of fourteen short stories by Ernest Hemingway, first published in 1933. The stories explore themes of loss, disillusionment, and the struggles of individuals in a post-World War I world. From the stark realism of a fishing boat after a storm to the poignant conversations in a Spanish café, Hemingway's minimalist prose captures moments of profound human experience. The collection features several stories with his recurring character Nick Adams, delving into his wartime trauma and childhood memories, alongside other narratives that examine relationships, identity, and the search for meaning amidst despair. This collection showcases Hemingway's mastery of the short story form, presenting a mosaic of human vulnerability and resilience.
CHAPTERS
13 Chapters
CAST
Characters & Voices
Nick Adams
protagonistVoice Style
“Adopt a voice that can shift between weary detachment and patient, loving warmth. Deliver lines with a thoughtful, emotional depth, allowing for a slow, reflective pace that can convey both trauma and tenderness.”
Story Arc
Nick Adams grapples with the psychological scars of war, trying to find peace and connection. His arc shows a progression from a detached, shell-shocked soldier to a loving, albeit still complex, father reflecting on his past.
112 lines · Appears in 2 chapters
Mr. Johnson
protagonistVoice Style
“Speak with a cultured, composed baritone, hinting at underlying vulnerability and weariness. Maintain a slow, thoughtful pace, infusing lines with philosophical musing and a touch of melancholy.”
Story Arc
Mr. Johnson attempts to cope with the emotional impact of his divorce by engaging in playful, yet ultimately revealing, conversations with strangers.
79 lines · Appears in 1 chapter
Girl
protagonistVoice Style
“Speak with a soft, intimate tone, conveying sensitivity and regret. Maintain a moderate pace, but allow for slight hesitations when expressing vulnerability, shifting to a gentle firmness when making a decision.”
Story Arc
The Girl makes a definitive choice to leave her male partner for a female partner, asserting her true identity despite the pain it causes.
57 lines · Appears in 1 chapter
Doc Fischer
supportingVoice Style
“Deliver lines with a crisp, intellectual tone, maintaining a dry, sardonic wit. Use a precise articulation and a slightly amused inflection, keeping the pace measured and deliberate.”
Story Arc
Doc Fischer maintains his detached, intellectual cynicism throughout the story, using wit to mask deeper observations about human suffering and societal norms.
57 lines · Appears in 1 chapter
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