
4 African Mysteries: Zoraida, The Great White Queen, The Eye of Istar & The Veiled Man
Enriched edition. Zoraida, The Great White Queen, The Eye of Istar & The Veiled Man (Illustrated Edition)By William Le QueuxLength44h 24m
About this audiobook
William Le Queux's '4 African Mysteries: Zoraida, The Great White Queen, The Eye of Istar & The Veiled Man' is a captivating collection of thrilling tales set in the exotic landscapes of Africa. Le Queux's literary style is rich in detail and suspense, transporting readers into a world of mystery and adventure. Each story is intricately woven with intrigue and unexpected twists, keeping readers on the edge of their seats. The author's vivid descriptions bring the African setting to life, immersing readers in a realm of enchantment and danger. Le Queux's work exemplifies the thriller genre of the late 19th and early 20th century, where exotic locales and enigmatic characters reign supreme. The intricate plots and suspenseful narratives make this collection a must-read for fans of classic mystery fiction. William Le Queux's experience as a prolific writer and traveler undoubtedly influenced the creation of these mesmerizing African mysteries. His keen eye for detail and his passion for storytelling shine through in every page of this collection. Recommended for readers who enjoy enthralling mysteries set in exotic locales, '4 African Mysteries' is sure to captivate and entertain.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works' unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions.
- A Historical Context section situates the works in their broader era—social currents, cultural trends, and key events that underpin their creation.
- A concise Synopsis (Selection) offers an accessible overview of the included texts, helping readers navigate plotlines and main ideas without revealing critical twists.
- A unified Analysis examines recurring motifs and stylistic hallmarks across the collection, tying the stories together while spotlighting the different work's strengths.
- Reflection questions inspire deeper contemplation of the author's overarching message, inviting readers to draw connections among different texts and relate them to modern contexts.
- Lastly, our hand‐picked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collection's central themes.
Audiobook details
GenreAction and Adventure, Fantasy
Length44 hrs 24 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateOct 6, 2017
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
14 African Mysteries: Zoraida, The Great White Queen, The Eye of Istar & The Veiled Man
2Introduction
3Historical Context
4Synopsis (Selection)
5Zoraida
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6Chapter One Ali Ben Hafiz
7Chapter Two The Omen of the Camel’s Hoof
8Chapter Three Entrapped
9Chapter Four A Veiled Face
10Chapter Five Zoraida’s Pledge
11Chapter Six The Man with a Secret
12Chapter Seven A Forgotten Tragedy
13Chapter Eight The Fight in the Meskam
14Chapter Nine Uzanne, the Outcast
15Chapter Ten Humours from the Desert
16Chapter Eleven The City of the Sun
17Chapter Twelve An Oath to Messoudia
18Chapter Thirteen Night in the Harem
19Chapter Fourteen Seeking the Unknown
20Chapter Fifteen At the Shrine of Darkness
21Chapter Sixteen The Crescent of Glorious Wonders
22Chapter Seventeen Strange Confidences
23Chapter Eighteen A Hidden Tragedy
24Chapter Nineteen Dead Fingers
25Chapter Twenty After the Fâtiha
26Chapter Twenty One A Startling Revelation
27Chapter Twenty Two Mákita’s Enemies
28Chapter Twenty Three The Treasure of Askiá
29Chapter Twenty Four Slave of the Sultan
30Chapter Twenty Five The Eunuch’s Scimitar
31Chapter Twenty Six In the Courts of Love
32Chapter Twenty Seven The False Cadi
33Chapter Twenty Eight On the Pinnacle of Al Arâf
34Chapter Twenty Nine Labakan
35Chapter Thirty The Hall of the Great Death
36Chapter Thirty One Kaylúlah
37Chapter Thirty Two The Ghuzzat of the Senousya
38Chapter Thirty Three A Penalty of Beauty
39Chapter Thirty Four Under the Green Banner
40Chapter Thirty Five Betrayed!
41Chapter Thirty Six The Bond of Blood
42Chapter Thirty Seven By the Drum of Nâr
43Chapter Thirty Eight Hadj Absalam’s Decree
44Chapter Thirty Nine Mohammed Ben Ishak
45Chapter Forty The Key to the Mystery
46Chapter Forty One Through Rose Mists
47Chapter Forty Two Vagaries of Vision
48Chapter Forty Three The Great White Diadem
49Chapter Forty Four Le Commencement de la Fin
50Chapter Forty Five The Price of Silence