Beatrice
Love, Loyalty, and Betrayal: A Victorian Tale of Societal Expectations and Emotional ChoicesBy H. Rider Haggard
Length11h 46m
About this audiobook
In "Beatrice," H. Rider Haggard weaves a compelling narrative of love, adventure, and the intricacies of Victorian society. This novel, marked by Haggard's characteristic blend of romance and exploration, follows the vibrant life of Beatrice, a spirited young woman navigating the complexities of familial duty and personal desire. Haggard's vivid descriptions and richly crafted characters are set against the backdrop of the English countryside and exotic locales, making it a striking addition to the adventure genre, reflective of its era's fascination with exploration and the metaphysical. His discernible literary style is imbued with an undercurrent of societal critique, particularly regarding gender roles and the constraints placed on women in his time. Born in 1856, H. Rider Haggard was a pioneer of the adventure fiction genre, inspired largely by his experiences in South Africa and his engagements with indigenous cultures. His extensive travels provided a wellspring of material for his works, and "Beatrice" reflects his keen interest in the depths of human emotion juxtaposed with the rigors of societal expectations. Haggard's personal background, being steeped in the romantic ideals of the Victorian age, directly influenced the rich interplay of adventure and personal strife that characterizes this novel. "Beatrice" is a must-read for those seeking an engrossing story that deftly explores the nuanced landscapes of love and duty. Haggard's ability to balance thrilling escapades with deep emotional resonance makes this novel not just a tale of romance but also a profound commentary on the human experience. Readers drawn to the adventure-infused literature of the Victorian era will find this work particularly rewarding.
Audiobook details
GenreRomance, Historical Fiction
Length11 hrs 46 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateApr 25, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
17CHAPTER XVI: THE FLAT NEAR THE EDGWARE ROAD
2CHAPTER I: A MIST WRAITH
18CHAPTER XVII: GEOFFREY WINS HIS CASE
3CHAPTER II: AT THE BELL ROCK
19CHAPTER XVIII: THE RISING STAR
4CHAPTER III: A CONFESSION OF FAITH
20CHAPTER XIX: GEOFFREY HAS A VISITOR
5CHAPTER IV: THE WATCHER AT THE DOOR
21CHAPTER XX: BACK AT BRYNGELLY
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6CHAPTER V: ELIZABETH IS THANKFUL
22CHAPTER XXI: THE THIRD APPEAL
7CHAPTER VI: OWEN DAVIES AT HOME
23CHAPTER XXII: A NIGHT OF STORM
8CHAPTER VII: A MATRIMONIAL TALE
24CHAPTER XXIII: A DAWN OF RAIN
9CHAPTER VIII: EXPLANATORY
25CHAPTER XXIV: LADY HONORIA TAKES THE FIELD
10CHAPTER IX: WHAT BEATRICE DREAMED
26CHAPTER XXV: ELIZABETH SHOWS HER TEETH
11CHAPTER X: LADY HONORIA MAKES ARRANGEMENTS
27CHAPTER XXVI: WHAT BEATRICE SWORE
12CHAPTER XI: BEATRICE MAKES AN APPOINTMENT
28CHAPTER XXVII: THE HOUSE OF COMMONS
13CHAPTER XII: THE WRITING ON THE SAND
29CHAPTER XXVIII: I WILL WAIT FOR YOU
14CHAPTER XIII: GEOFFREY LECTURES
30CHAPTER XXIX: A WOMAN’S LAST WORD
15CHAPTER XIV: DRIFTING
31CHAPTER XXX: AVE ATQUE VALE
16CHAPTER XV: ONLY GOOD-NIGHT
32CHAPTER XXXI: THE DUCHESS’S BALL
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