Show Boat (Unabridged): optional

Edna Ferber

Mar 2024 · Slingshot Books LLC · Narrated by Darlene Woods, John Brown, Maude Hardin, and Nettie King

About this audiobook

Step aboard the Cotton Blossom, a magnificent paddlewheel steamer traversing the Mississippi River. The year is 1880, and love blossoms between a captivating young actress, Magnolia Hawks, and a charming gambler, Gaylord Ravenal. Their forbidden interracial romance unfolds amidst the vibrant world of showboat life – dazzling performances, colorful characters, and the ever-present hum of the river. But secrets and prejudice threaten their idyllic existence, forcing Magnolia to navigate a world that may not accept her for who she is. Will their love story survive the challenges that lie ahead? Dive into Edna Ferber's timeless saga, "Show Boat," and embark on a captivating journey of passion, resilience, and the enduring power of music.