A Moveable Feast

By: Ernest Hemingway

Narrated by: James Naughton

Ernest Hemingway’s classic memoir of Paris in the 1920s, now available in a restored edition, includes the original manuscript along with insightful recollections and unfinished sketches.

Published posthumously in 1964, A Moveable Feast remains one of Ernest Hemingway’s most enduring works. Since Hemingway’s personal papers were released in 1979, scholars have examined the changes made to the text before publication. Now, this special restored edition presents the original manuscript as the author prepared it to be published.

Featuring a personal foreword by Patrick Hemingway, Ernest’s sole surviving son, and an introduction by grandson of the author, Seán Hemingway, editor of this edition, the book also includes a number of unfinished, never-before-published Paris sketches revealing experiences that Hemingway had with his son, Jack, and his first wife Hadley. Also included are irreverent portraits of literary luminaries, such as F. Scott Fitzgerald and Ford Maddox Ford, and insightful recollections of Hemingway’s own early experiments with his craft.

Widely celebrated and debated by critics and readers everywhere, the restored edition of A Moveable Feast brilliantly evokes the exuberant mood of Paris after World War I and the unbridled creativity and unquenchable enthusiasm that Hemingway himself epitomized.©1964 Ernest Hemingway Ltd. Copyright renewed ©1992 John H. Hemingway, Patrick Hemingway, and Gregory Hemingway. All rights reserved.; (P)2006 Simon & Schuster Inc. All rights reserved.

Paris Never Leaves You

This is the story of Hemingway's time in Paris as a young man and of the various relationships he held with those who wandered into his life during those halcyon days. James Naughton does an absolutely splendid job with one of Hemingway's most personal novel. Highly recommended.

A Glimpse into

Ernest Hemingway's A Moveable Feast is a captivating memoir that offers an intimate glimpse into the author's life during the vibrant and transformative 1920s in Paris. Hemingway's prose is both sparse and evocative, bringing to life the cafes, streets, and personalities of the era with unparalleled clarity. The memoir's genesis is particularly fascinating, rooted in the rediscovery of Hemingway's long-forgotten notebooks in the basement of the Hôtel Ritz Paris in 1956. These notes, meticulously kept during his early years in Paris, provide the foundation for this literary treasure, making it not only a compelling read but also a poignant artifact of a bygone time. Hemingway’s encounters with literary giants such as F. Scott Fitzgerald, Gertrude Stein, and Ezra Pound are depicted with a blend of admiration and candidness, providing readers with a nuanced view of these iconic figures.

The richness of Hemingway's experiences and his keen observations on writing, life, and love are beautifully captured in the audiobook version, narrated by James Naughton. Naughton's narration is nothing short of excellent; his deep, resonant voice and measured pacing perfectly complement Hemingway's writing style. Each chapter is delivered with a sense of authenticity and respect for the material, making the listener feel as though they are walking alongside Hemingway through the streets of Paris. Naughton's ability to convey the nuances of Hemingway's wit, frustrations, and passions adds a new dimension to the memoir, enhancing the overall experience.

A Moveable Feast is a must-read (or must-listen) for anyone interested in the Lost Generation, literary history, or simply a well-told story of a remarkable life. The audiobook version, with James Naughton’s exceptional narration, offers an immersive experience that brings Hemingway’s Paris to life in a way that is both engaging and deeply moving. This combination of Hemingway's masterful storytelling and Naughton's compelling performance makes A Moveable Feast a true 5-star experience.

Romance of life in Paris

Interesting to hear the accounts of Scott (“Fitzgerald” when H was mad at him), Stein, and his marriage and affair, told from the inside. I don’t think it’s possible to live like that anymore, which is both understandable and sad.

A powerful, honest, bittersweet memoir

A powerful, honest, bittersweet memoir. So much of the later Hemingway comes through. To be savored, true or less so.

I love listening to this story

Wonderful audiobook, I love their voices and narration of the story and characters. I would recommend this audiobook