At the Point of the Sword
A Tale of Courage and Betrayal in the French RevolutionBy Herbert Hayens
Length10h 8m
About this audiobook
Herbert Hayens's "At the Point of the Sword" is a gripping exploration of moral ambiguity and the human condition set against the backdrop of a nation on the brink of conflict. Employing a prose style rich in vivid imagery and complex character development, Hayens masterfully weaves a narrative that interrogates loyalty, honor, and the often-blurred lines between heroism and villainy. The book's literary context is steeped in the tradition of war literature, echoing the existential questioning found in the works of authors such as Erich Maria Remarque and Joseph Heller, yet retaining a voice uniquely Hayens, marked by a keen psychological realism and poignant social commentary. Herbert Hayens, a veteran of numerous conflicts, draws from his personal experiences as well as his academic background in philosophy and ethics to craft this narrative. His profound understanding of the sacrifices and moral dilemmas faced by individuals in wartime informs the intricate plot and multifaceted characters who grapple with choices that resonate deeply within the reader's conscience. Hayens's keen insight into the psychology of conflict elevates the story beyond mere action, making it a profound commentary on the essence of humanity. "At the Point of the Sword" is essential reading for those who seek not just an adventure, but a reflective journey through the complexities of human nature in times of strife. Ideal for literature enthusiasts as well as scholars of ethics and philosophy, this book invites readers to confront uncomfortable truths, making it a significant addition to the canon of contemporary war narratives.
Audiobook details
GenreHistorical Fiction, General Fiction
Length10 hrs 8 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 17, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER I.
30WE CATCH A TARTAR.
2A BIRTHDAY EVE.
31CHAPTER XVI.
3CHAPTER II.
32GLORIOUS NEWS.
4AN EXCITING VOYAGE.
33CHAPTER XVII.
5CHAPTER II.
34DUTY FIRST.
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6THE END OF THE "AGUILA.": "Help! help!" I exclaimed, faintly; but he heard me, and I knew I was saved.
35CHAPTER XVIII.
7CHAPTER IV.
36DARK DAYS.
8THE SILVER KEY.
37CHAPTER XIX.
9CHAPTER V.
38FALSE PLAY, OR NOT?
10IN THE HIDDEN VALLEY.
39CHAPTER XX.
11CHAPTER VI.
40"SAVE HIM, JUAN, SAVE HIM!": "Save him, Juan, save him!"
12WE LEAVE THE HIDDEN VALLEY
41CHAPTER XXI.
13CHAPTER VII.
42ROUGH JUSTICE.: He glanced contemptuously at the gigantic Sorillo.
14WHOM THE GODS LOVE DIE YOUNG.
43CHAPTER XXII.
15CHAPTER VIII.
44THE "SILVER KEY" AGAIN.
16A FRIENDLY OPPONENT.
45CHAPTER XXIII.
17CHAPTER IX.
46AN OPEN-AIR PRISON.
18A GLEAM OF HOPE.
47CHAPTER XXIV.
19CHAPTER X.
48A DANGEROUS JOURNEY.
20A STORMY INTERVIEW.
49CHAPTER XXV.
21CHAPTER XI.
50BACK TO DUTY.
22A NARROW ESCAPE.: Pushing off his sandy bed-clothes at our approach, he struggled to his feet.
51CHAPTER XXVI.
23CHAPTER XII.
52THE HUSSARS OF JUNIN.
24A STERN PURSUIT.
53CHAPTER XXVII.
25CHAPTER XIII.
54A DISASTROUS RETREAT.
26HOME AGAIN.
55CHAPTER XXVIII.
27CHAPTER XIV
56THE BATTLE OF THE GENERALS.
28FRIEND OR FOE!
57CHAPTER XXIX.
29CHAPTER XV.
58HOME AGAIN.: "A soldier from Ayacucho! Here is one of our brave deliverers!"
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