A Tale of a Lonely Parish
Exploring Isolation and Redemption in an English VillageBy F. Marion Crawford
Length10h 38m
About this audiobook
In "A Tale of a Lonely Parish," F. Marion Crawford crafts a poignant narrative that explores themes of solitude, faith, and the intricate dynamics of parish life in the late 19th century. With a richly descriptive literary style, Crawford employs a combination of realism and lyrical prose to draw readers into the secluded world of a small Italian village. The novel captures the essence of the human condition, revealed through the lives of its characters, and is set against the backdrop of a deeply religious society facing the encroachments of modernity, thus providing a critical commentary on the tensions between tradition and change. F. Marion Crawford, an American author steeped in European culture, spent significant time in Italy, which influenced his writing. His background in law and literature, along with his deep appreciation for the arts, informed his understanding of human emotions and social structures, making him uniquely equipped to tackle complex themes in his works. Crawford's keen observations of life in Italian parishes serve as the foundation for this novel, which reflects his broader concerns regarding the permanence of faith amidst the transient nature of contemporary society. Readers seeking a thoughtful exploration of faith, community, and introspection will find "A Tale of a Lonely Parish" to be both engaging and enlightening. Crawford's masterful storytelling invites reflection on the complexity of human relationships, making this novel a must-read for those intrigued by the intersection of personal and spiritual journeys.
Audiobook details
GenreRomance, General Fiction
Length10 hrs 38 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 9, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER I.
13CHAPTER XIII.
2CHAPTER II.
14CHAPTER XIV.
3CHAPTER III.
15CHAPTER XV.
4CHAPTER IV.
16CHAPTER XVI.
5CHAPTER V.
17CHAPTER XVII.
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6CHAPTER VI.
18CHAPTER XVIII.
7CHAPTER VII.
19CHAPTER XIX.
8CHAPTER VIII.
20CHAPTER XX.
9CHAPTER IX.
21CHAPTER XXI.
10CHAPTER X.
22CHAPTER XXII.
11CHAPTER XI.
23CHAPTER XXIII.
12CHAPTER XII.
24CHAPTER XXIV.: THE END.
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