A Pageant of Victory
A Tale of Love, Honor, and Intrigue in 17th-Century EnglandBy John Jeffery Farnol
Length13h 38m
About this audiobook
In "A Pageant of Victory," John Jeffery Farnol crafts a vibrant tapestry of historical fiction, set against the backdrop of early 20th-century England. The narrative unfolds through a rich prose style that blends eloquence with an adventurous spirit, evoking the romance and intrigue of bygone eras. Farnol immerses readers in the world of noble knighthood, valor, and the quest for honor, while simultaneously challenging the societal conventions of his time. With meticulously detailed descriptions and well-drawn characters, the book serves as both an entertaining adventure and a reflective meditation on the themes of heroism and moral integrity. John Jeffery Farnol, a celebrated novelist known for his penchant for chivalric themes, draws heavily from his own experiences and interests in history, folklore, and the English countryside. His background as a writer in the early 20th century, when the public's fascination with romantic adventure was at its peak, inspired him to create a work that both pays homage to classic literature and captivates a modern audience. Farnol's gift for storytelling is evident through his ability to weave vivid narratives that echo the values of courage and nobility. Readers who appreciate historical fiction richly laced with adventure and character depth will find Farnol's "A Pageant of Victory" both captivating and inspiring. This novel is a must-read for those looking to experience a seamless blend of history, romance, and moral inquiry, making Farnol a worthy addition to any literary bookshelf.
Audiobook details
GenreRomance, Historical Fiction
Length13 hrs 38 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateAug 31, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
2CHAPTER I: INTRODUCES TWO IMPORTANT PEOPLE
3CHAPTER II: WHICH GIVES TWO SIDES OF A VERY VEXED QUESTION
4CHAPTER III: DESCRIBES FAREWELLS AND--A PROMISE
5CHAPTER IV: TELLS HOW THREE WENT NORTH
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6CHAPTER V: DESCRIBES DIVERS INCIDENTS AND IN ESPECIAL--ONE
7CHAPTER VI: TELLS OF LIFE, DEATH AND A GREATER THING
8CHAPTER VII: TELLS HOW, AMID THE WILDERNESS, IN A PLACE OF DEATH, THEY WERE WED
9CHAPTER VIII: TELLS HOW BLODWEN MADE DECISION
10CHAPTER IX: TELLS OF BATTLE AND AN OATH
11CHAPTER X: TELLS OF RE-UNION AND DEATH
12CHAPTER XI: WHICH RECORDS A DEATH, A GIFT, AND ENDS THIS FIRST BOOK
13CHAPTER I: WHICH INTRODUCES ANOTHER ANTHONY
14CHAPTER II: TELLS, AMONG MANY OTHER FATEFUL MATTERS, OF A PARTING
15CHAPTER III: AFFORDS A BRIEF GLIMPSE OF THE SOUTHERN POINT OF VIEW
16CHAPTER IV: TELLS OF TWO GRIEVING FATHERS
17CHAPTER V: CHIEFLY CONCERNS ITSELF WITH A VERY FATEFUL LETTER
18CHAPTER VI: DESCRIBES AN INCIDENT OF THE WILDERNESS
19CHAPTER VII: TELLS HOW THEY GOT THE NEWS
20CHAPTER VIII: TELLS HOW GEORGE DELIVERED BANNACK OF ITS TERROR
21CHAPTER IX: GIVES SOME PARTICULARS OF WHAT BEFELL IN BANNACK TOWN
22CHAPTER X: TELLS OF A DUEL IN THE DESERT AND HOW THREE BECAME FOUR
23CHAPTER XI: TELLS HOW CAME FRIENDSHIP AND PARTING
24CHAPTER XII: TELLS HOW THEY LEFT LEWISTON
25CHAPTER XIII: SOME DESCRIPTION OF SUFFERING AND A GREATER DEVOTION
26CHAPTER XIV: WHICH ENDS VOLUME TWO
27CHAPTER I: TELLS HOW A VERY AGED DREAMER WAKED
28CHAPTER II: DESCRIBES HOW AGE SET TO WORK
29CHAPTER III: TELLS HOW A NUMBER WAS MADE A MAN
30CHAPTER IV: WHICH IS MORE OR LESS A MERE BUSINESS CHAPTER
31CHAPTER V: WHICH CHIEFLY CONCERNS ITSELF WITH ONE, GEORGE, EARL OF RIDERWOOD
32CHAPTER VI: TELLS OF A VISION AND A REALITY
33CHAPTER VII: WHICH IS A CHAPTER OF MERE TALK
34CHAPTER VIII: TELLS HOW GEORGE WENT FORTH TO ACTION
35CHAPTER IX: RELATES, SUCCINCTLY, DIVERS ACTIONS OF MR. RIDER
36CHAPTER X: DESCRIBES, BRIEFLY, OTHER ACTIONS OF MR. RIDER
37CHAPTER XI: TELLS WHY MR. RIDER WAS KISSED
38CHAPTER XII: IN WHICH THIS NARRATION BEGINS TO DRAW TO AN END
39CHAPTER XIII: RELATES HOW THE MASTER ACHIEVED
40CHAPTER XIV: VICTORY
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