A Bride Of The Plains
Love, Sacrifice, and Tradition in the Hungarian CountrysideBy Baroness Orczy
Length9h 24m
About this audiobook
In "A Bride of the Plains," Baroness Orczy weaves a captivating tale set against the backdrop of the American West, where themes of love, loyalty, and cultural clash intersect. This novel embraces a rich literary style marked by vivid imagery and a melodramatic narrative that reflects Orczy's flair for character-driven storytelling. It intricately examines the lives of its protagonists as they navigate the challenges presented by their rugged environment and societal expectations, offering readers a glimpse into the intricate tapestry of frontier life and the complexities of human relationships after the tumult of the 19th-century European literary tradition. Baroness Orczy, a Hungarian-born author and playwright, became renowned for her ability to craft compelling narratives, drawing on her vivid imagination and her diverse experiences across Europe and beyond. Having witnessed cultural transformations firsthand, her background in both aristocracy and within the tumultuous political landscapes of her time undoubtedly influenced her exploration of identity and belonging in "A Bride of the Plains." Her literary contributions have often been informed by her fascination with adventure, heroism, and the intricate relationships forged in times of strife. This novel is a must-read for enthusiasts of historical fiction and those interested in the complexities of love against the landscape of societal change. Orczy'Äôs adept storytelling invites readers to immerse themselves in the richly drawn characters and their struggles, making it an engaging exploration of romance, resilience, and the indomitable spirit of the human heart in the face of adversity.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★ 3.2 (30)
Includes Goodreads
GenreRomance, Historical Fiction
Length9 hrs 24 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 9, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Chapter 1 “God Bless Them All! They Are Good Lads.”
2Chapter 2 “Money Won’t Buy Everything.”
3Chapter 3 “You Will Wait For Me?”
4Chapter 4 “Now That He Is Dead.”
5Chapter 5 “Love Will Follow.”
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6Chapter 6 “I Don’t Wish To Marry; Not Yet.”
7Chapter 7 “They Are Jews And We Are Hungarians.”
8Chapter 8 “I Put The Bunda Away Somewhere.”
9Chapter 9 “Then, As Now, May God Protect You.”
10Chapter 10 “The Best Way Of All.”
11Chapter 11 “After That, Happiness Will Begin.”
12Chapter 12 “It Is Too Late.”
13Chapter 13 “He Must Make You Happy.”
14Chapter 14 “It Is True.”
15Chapter 15 “That Is Fair, I Think.”
16Chapter 16 “The Waters Of The Maros Flow Sluggishly.”
17Chapter 17 “I Am Here To See That You Be Kind To Her.”
18Chapter 18 “I Must Punish Her.”
19Chapter 19 “Now Go And Fetch The Key.”
20Chapter 20 “You Happen To Be Of My Race And Of My Blood.”
21Chapter 21 “Jealous, Like A Madman.”
22Chapter 22 “I Go Where I Shall Be More Welcome.”
23Chapter 23 “On The Eve Of One’s Wedding Day Too.”
24Chapter 24 “If You Loved Me.”
25Chapter 25 “In Any Case Elsa Is Not For You.”
26Chapter 26 “What Had Andor Done?”
27Chapter 27 “The Shadow That Fell From The Tall Sunflowers.”
28Chapter 28 “We Shall Hear Of Another Tragedy By And By.”
29Chapter 29 “Some Day.”
30Chapter 30 “Kyrie Eleison.”
31Chapter 31 “What About Me.”
32Chapter 32 “The Land Beyond The Sunset.”
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