A Book of Scoundrels
Unveiling the Dark Tales of History's Most Notorious CharactersBy Charles Whibley
Length5h 57m
About this audiobook
In "A Book of Scoundrels," Charles Whibley brilliantly navigates the murky waters of human behavior through a captivating collection of profiles chronicling some of history's most notorious rogues. With a literary style that artfully intertwines sharp wit, keen observation, and historical context, Whibley's prose brings the subject of scandal to life. Each chapter unpacks the motivations, triumphs, and downfalls of these nefarious figures, creating a compelling narrative that reflects broader societal themes of vice and virtue against the backdrop of the late Victorian and Edwardian eras. Charles Whibley, a prominent English critic and biographer, was deeply immersed in the literary and cultural milieu of his time. His experience as an editor for notable publications and his own insightful literary critiques shaped his understanding of character and morality, paving the way for this ambitious work. With a penchant for the dramatic and an understanding of the complexities of human nature, Whibley deftly illustrates how scoundrels both shape and are shaped by the world around them. Readers intrigued by the interplay of morality and mischief will find "A Book of Scoundrels" not only entertaining but also thought-provoking. Whibley'Äôs masterful storytelling invites readers to explore the fine line between hero and villain, making it an essential addition to the library of anyone interested in literary history and human psychology.
Audiobook details
GenreBiography and Memoir
Length5 hrs 57 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 26, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1INTRODUCTION
2CAPTAIN HIND
3MOLL CUTPURSE AND JONATHAN WILD
4I—MOLL CUTPURSE
5II—JONATHAN WILD
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6III—A PARALLEL: (MOLL CUTPURSE AND JONATHAN WILD)
7RALPH BRISCOE
8GILDEROY AND THE SIXTEEN-STRING JACK
9I—GILDEROY
10II—SIXTEEN-STRING JACK
11III—A PARALLEL: (GILDEROY AND SIXTEEN-STRING JACK)
12THOMAS PURENEY
13SHEPPARD AND CARTOUCHE
14I—JACK SHEPPARD
15II—LOUIS-DOMINIQUE CARTOUCHE
16III—A PARALLEL: (SHEPPARD AND CARTOUCHE)
17VAUX
18GEORGE BARRINGTON
19THE SWITCHER AND GENTLEMAN HARRY
20I—THE SWITCHER
21II—GENTLEMAN HARRY
22III—A PARALLEL: (THE SWITCHER AND GENTLEMAN HARRY)
23DEACON BRODIE AND CHARLES PEACE
24I—DEACON BRODIE
25II—CHARLES PEACE
26III—A PARALLEL: (DEACON BRODIE AND CHARLES PEACE)
27THE MAN IN THE GREY SUIT
28MONSIEUR L'ABBÉ
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