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.
26HOME AGAIN.
2A BIRTHDAY EVE.
27CHAPTER XIV
3CHAPTER II.
28FRIEND OR FOE!
4AN EXCITING VOYAGE.
29CHAPTER XV.
5CHAPTER II.
30WE CATCH A TARTAR.
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6THE END OF THE "AGUILA.": "Help! help!" I exclaimed, faintly; but he heard me, and I knew I was saved.
31CHAPTER XVI.
7CHAPTER IV.
32GLORIOUS NEWS.
8THE SILVER KEY.
33CHAPTER XVII.
9CHAPTER V.
34DUTY FIRST.
10IN THE HIDDEN VALLEY.
35CHAPTER XVIII.
11CHAPTER VI.
36DARK DAYS.
12WE LEAVE THE HIDDEN VALLEY
37CHAPTER XIX.
13CHAPTER VII.
38FALSE PLAY, OR NOT?
14WHOM THE GODS LOVE DIE YOUNG.
39CHAPTER XX.
15CHAPTER VIII.
40"SAVE HIM, JUAN, SAVE HIM!": "Save him, Juan, save him!"
16A FRIENDLY OPPONENT.
41CHAPTER XXI.
17CHAPTER IX.
42ROUGH JUSTICE.: He glanced contemptuously at the gigantic Sorillo.
18A GLEAM OF HOPE.
43CHAPTER XXII.
19CHAPTER X.
44THE "SILVER KEY" AGAIN.
20A STORMY INTERVIEW.
45CHAPTER XXIII.
21CHAPTER XI.
46AN OPEN-AIR PRISON.
22A NARROW ESCAPE.: Pushing off his sandy bed-clothes at our approach, he struggled to his feet.
47CHAPTER XXIV.
23CHAPTER XII.
48A DANGEROUS JOURNEY.
24A STERN PURSUIT.
49CHAPTER XXV.
25CHAPTER XIII.
50BACK TO DUTY.
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