A Fool in Spots
Love, Betrayal, and Redemption in the Southern United StatesBy Hallie Erminie Rives
Length4h 43m
About this audiobook
Hallie Erminie Rives'Äôs novel "A Fool in Spots" engages with themes of deception, identity, and societal norms through the lens of early 20th-century American literature. Rives employs a rich and evocative narrative style, artfully blending realism and symbolism to explore the complexities of human motivations. Set against the backdrop of a rapidly changing society, the book delves into the lives of its characters, each marked by their own follies and aspirations, ultimately questioning the nature of wisdom and foolishness in a world obsessed with appearances. Rives, an author of her time, was deeply influenced by her experiences as a woman in a male-dominated literary landscape. Born into a Southern family, she was acquainted with both the intricacies of Southern culture and the broader societal issues affecting women'Äôs roles during her era. Her personal journey, coupled with her extensive travels and exposure to diverse cultures, infused her work with depth and insight, reflecting her keen observations of humanity's struggles and triumphs. "A Fool in Spots" is a compelling read for anyone interested in the intersection of social critique and character exploration. Rives'Äôs ability to illuminate the absurdity within the human condition invites readers to reflect on their own identities and choices, making this novel a timeless exploration worthy of attention.
Audiobook details
GenreRomance, General Fiction
Length4 hrs 43 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 5, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER I. TWO ARTISTS.
2CHAPTER II. DREAMS AND SCHEMES.
3CHAPTER III. AN HONEST MAN’S HONEST LOVE.
4CHAPTER IV. IN THE SOCIAL REALM.
5CHAPTER V. THE IMAGE OF BEAUTIFUL SIN.
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6CHAPTER VI. WHITE ROSES.
7CHAPTER VII. THE CALL OF A SOUL.
8CHAPTER VIII. LIFE’S NIGHT WATCH.
9CHAPTER IX. A KENTUCKY STOCK FARM.
10CHAPTER X. THE BIRTH-MARK.
11CHAPTER XI. HEARTS LAID BARE.
12CHAPTER XII. SUNLIGHT.
13CHAPTER XIII. THE PICTURESQUE SPORT.
14CHAPTER XIV. WEDDED.
15CHAPTER XV. CHLORAL.
16CHAPTER XVI. A BOLD INTRUDER.
17CHAPTER XVII. AN ERRAND OF MYSTERY.
18CHAPTER XVIII. TIMELY WARNING.
19CHAPTER XIX. A PLAINT OF PAIN.
20CHAPTER XX. A CROP O’ KISSES.
21CHAPTER XXI. A HOPE OF CHANGE.
22CHAPTER XXII. THE HOME IN THE SOUTH.
23CHAPTER XXIII. A STRANGE DEPARTURE.
24CHAPTER XXIV. OF THE WORLD, UNWORLDLY.
25CHAPTER XXV. TEMPTED.
26CHAPTER XXVI. LOST FAITH.
27CHAPTER XXVII. THE CUP OF WRATH AND TREMBLING.
28CHAPTER XXVIII. A DROP OF POISON.
29CHAPTER XXIX. ROBERT’S TRIUMPH.
30CHAPTER XXX. SHADOWING HER.
31CHAPTER XXXI. GONE.
32CHAPTER XXXII. STORMING THE LION’S DEN.
33Conclusion.
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