A Noble Woman
Love, Betrayal, and Redemption in 19th Century SocietyBy Ann S. Stephens
Length15h 57m
About this audiobook
In "A Noble Woman," Ann S. Stephens crafts a compelling narrative set against the backdrop of 19th-century American society, exploring themes of gender, class, and morality. This novel reflects the literary style of the era, characterized by its rich emotional depth and intricate characterizations. Stephens employs a vivid, descriptive prose that immerses readers in the struggles and triumphs of her characters, deftly capturing the tensions between societal expectations and personal desires. The plot revolves around a determined female protagonist who challenges the limitations imposed by her social standing, offering insights into the evolving roles of women during a time of cultural change. Ann S. Stephens, a prominent writer of her time, was deeply influenced by her own experiences as a woman navigating the literary landscape of the 19th century. With her background as both an author and editor, Stephens possessed keen insights into the challenges women faced in society, which undoubtedly inspired her to depict strong, relatable female characters in her works. Her commitment to shedding light on women's rights and social issues of her time marked her as a pioneering figure in American literature. This novel is highly recommended for readers interested in historical fiction, as well as those seeking to gain a deeper understanding of women's roles in 19th-century America. "A Noble Woman" not only entertains but also provokes thoughtful discussion around the constructs of femininity and virtue, making it a salient read for contemporary audiences.
Audiobook details
GenreRomance, Historical Fiction
Length15 hrs 57 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 10, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
43CHAPTER XLII.: THE RIDE AND ITS CONSEQUENCES.
2CHAPTER I.: A PROPOSAL.
44CHAPTER XLIII.: KINDLY ANXIETIES.
3CHAPTER II.: TOM THE GROOMSMAN.
45CHAPTER XLIV.: ALMOST DEFIANCE.
4CHAPTER III.: A FRIGHT AND A RESCUE.
46CHAPTER XLV.: THE TIGER IN HIS DEN.
5CHAPTER IV.: HIGH FESTIVAL AT PINEY COVE.
47CHAPTER XLVI.: THE PAWNBROKER'S SHOP.
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6CHAPTER V.: A BALL IN THE BASEMENT.
48CHAPTER XLVII.: TEASING CONTINUALLY.
7CHAPTER VI.: THE WEDDING.
49CHAPTER XLVIII.: THE PET MESSENGER.
8CHAPTER VII.: THE FIRST CLOUD.
50CHAPTER XLIX.: ELSIE FINDS THE BRACELET.
9CHAPTER VIII.: THE BRIDE'S WELCOME HOME.
51CHAPTER L.: IN THE TEMPEST.
10CHAPTER IX.: COUSIN TOM VISITS PINEY COVE.
52CHAPTER LI.: THE OLD CEDAR TREE.
11CHAPTER X.: SHADOWS OF A SEPARATION.
53CHAPTER LII.: WOODMAN, SPARE THAT TREE.
12CHAPTER XI.: THE BALL.
54CHAPTER LIII.: CLORINDA'S GHOST STORY.
13CHAPTER XII.: TOM MAKES A DECLARATION.
55CHAPTER LIV.: THE SABLE FORTUNE HUNTER.
14CHAPTER XIII.: WHO COULD IT HAVE BEEN?
56CHAPTER LV.: IN THE NET.
15CHAPTER XIV.: THE HUSBAND'S LAST CHARGE.
57CHAPTER LVI.: THE SECRET TELEGRAM.
16CHAPTER XV.: MRS. HARRINGTON'S FRIENDS.
58CHAPTER LVII.: KITCHEN GOSSIP.
17CHAPTER XVI.: THE WIDOW'S FLIRTATION.
59CHAPTER LVIII.: THE INTERCEPTED TELEGRAM.
18CHAPTER XVII.: STARTING FOR THE PIC-NIC.
60CHAPTER LIX.: FORCED HOSPITALITY.
19CHAPTER XVIII.: FACE TO FACE.
61CHAPTER LX.: WAITING FOR THE HOUR.
20CHAPTER XIX.: LETTERS.
62CHAPTER LXI.: THE MIDNIGHT SEARCH.
21CHAPTER XX.: AN INTERVIEW IN THE WOODS.
63CHAPTER LXII.: UNDER THE CEDAR.
22CHAPTER XXI.: FIRE AND WATER.
64CHAPTER LXIII.: FACE TO FACE.
23CHAPTER XXII.: AMONG THE BREAKERS.
65CHAPTER LXIV.: BURIED OUT OF SIGHT.
24CHAPTER XXIII.: DEAD AND GONE.
66CHAPTER LXV.: THE HUSBAND RELENTS.
25CHAPTER XXIV.: HOME IN A STORM.
67CHAPTER LXVI.: GONE.
26CHAPTER XXV.: THE SUNSHINE OF THE HOUSE.
68CHAPTER LXVII.: UTTER LONELINESS.
27CHAPTER XXVI.: SUNSHINE AND STORMS.
69CHAPTER LXVIII.: PLANS AND LETTERS.
28CHAPTER XXVII.: COURTSHIP IN THE KITCHEN.
70CHAPTER LXIX.: ELSIE PROMISES TO BE FAITHLESS.
29CHAPTER XXVIII.: THE DEAD SECRET.
71CHAPTER LXX.: ALMOST A PROPOSAL.
30CHAPTER XXIX.: TOM FULLER'S LETTER.
72CHAPTER LXXI.: FUTILE PLEADINGS.
31CHAPTER XXX.: THE WIDOW'S FASCINATIONS.
73CHAPTER LXXII.: TOM FULLER RETURNS.
32CHAPTER XXXI.: THE HEIR COMES HOME.
74CHAPTER LXXIII.: A FEAST AND A LOVE FEAST.
33CHAPTER XXXII.: THE GAUNTLET BRACELETS.
75CHAPTER LXXIV.: THAT MONEY IN THE BANK.
34CHAPTER XXXIII.: SEARCHING FOR THE BRACELET.
76CHAPTER LXXV.: UNEXPECTED DEVELOPMENTS.
35CHAPTER XXXIV.: BELOW STAIRS.
77CHAPTER LXXVI.: THE CONFESSION.
36CHAPTER XXXV.: MRS. MELLEN AND HER COUSIN.
78CHAPTER LXXVII.: SEARCHING.
37CHAPTER XXXVI.: LURED INTO DANGER.
79CHAPTER LXXVIII.: IN BENSON'S TAVERN.
38CHAPTER XXXVII.: THE AFTER STRUGGLE.
80CHAPTER LXXIX.: RECONCILIATIONS.
39CHAPTER XXXVIII.: A HALF UNDERSTANDING.
81CHAPTER LXXX.
40CHAPTER XXXIX.: TRIFLES LIGHT AS AIR.
82TOM ACCEPTS THE SITUATION.
41CHAPTER XL.: TWO FACES IN THE GLASS.
83THE END.
42CHAPTER XLI.: SECRECY IMPOSED ON TOM FULLER.
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