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At the Time Appointed

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At the Time Appointed

An Atmospheric Mystery of Small-Town Secrets and Suspenseful TwistsBy A. Maynard Barbour

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At the Time Appointed

Length10h 39m

About this audiobook

In "At the Time Appointed," A. Maynard Barbour crafts a compelling narrative that weaves together elements of fiction while deeply exploring themes of destiny, morality, and the intricate tapestry of human experience. Set against a richly detailed backdrop, the novel employs a lyrical prose style that invites readers into a world where time is both a guiding force and a profound enigma. Barbour's deft use of symbolism enhances the text's philosophical underpinnings, reflecting the zeitgeist of early 20th-century American literature, wherein the interplay between individual agency and larger cosmic forces was critically examined. A. Maynard Barbour was a prolific writer and educator whose background in philosophy and theology profoundly influenced his work. His experiences serving as a pastor and an academic imbued him with a deep understanding of human nature and existential inquiry. These facets of his life emerge poignantly in "At the Time Appointed," as Barbour presents characters grappling with their fates and moral choices, thereby inviting readers to reflect on their own life paths. This thoughtful exploration of time and existence makes "At the Time Appointed" essential reading for those interested in philosophical literature and character-driven narratives. Barbour's nuanced approach offers both a captivating story and a profound meditation on the choices that define us, making it a rewarding exploration for any literary enthusiast.

Memory Mystery Identity Psychological Found Family Healing Crime Hidden Identity

Audiobook details

GenreMystery and Thriller, Romance

Length10 hrs 39 mins

Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices

FormateBook with Audio

Publish dateDec 10, 2019

LanguageEnglish

Table of contents

1Chapter III

38Two Crimes by the Same Hand

2The Pines

39Chapter XXII

3Chapter IV

40The Fetters Broken

4Life? or Death?

41Chapter XXIII

5Chapter V

42The Mask Lifted

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6John Britton

43Chapter XXIV

7Chapter VI

44Foreshadowings

8Echoes from the Past

45Chapter XXV

9Chapter VII

46The &quot;Hermitage&quot;

10At the Mines

47Chapter XXVI

11Chapter VIII

48John Britton&#x27;s Story

12&quot;Until the Day Break&quot;

49Chapter XXVII

13Chapter IX

50The Rending of the Veil

14Two Portraits

51Chapter XXVIII

15Chapter X

52As a Dream when One Awaketh

16The Communion of Two Souls

53Chapter XXIX

17Chapter XI

54John Darrell&#x27;s Story

18Impending Trouble

55Chapter XXX

19Chapter XII

56After Many Years

20New Life in the Old Home

57Chapter XXXI

21Chapter XIII

58An Eastern Home

22Mr. Underwood &quot;Strikes&quot; First

59Chapter XXXII

23Chapter XIV

60Marion Holmes

24Drifting

61Chapter XXXIII

25Chapter XV

62Into the Fulness of Life

26The Awakening

63Chapter XXXIV

27Chapter XVI

64A Warning

28The Aftermath

65Chapter XXXV

29Chapter XVII

66A Fiend at Bay

30&quot;She knows her Father&#x27;s Will is Law&quot;

67Chapter XXXVI

31Chapter XVIII

68Senora Martinez

32&quot;On the &quot;Divide&quot;

69Chapter XXXVII

33Chapter XIX

70The Identification

34The Return to Camp Bird

71Chapter XXXVIII

35Chapter XX

72Within the &quot;Pocket&quot;

36Forging the Fetters

73Chapter XXXIX

37Chapter XXI

74At the Time Appointed

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