Length5h 42m
About this audiobook
In "Blood Royal," Grant Allen weaves a gripping narrative steeped in the murky realms of identity, heritage, and the darker aspects of human nature. Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century societal anxieties, the novel delves into the life of a protagonist grappling with the implications of nobility and the quest for truth. Allen'Äôs literary style showcases a compelling mix of vivid characterizations and intricately woven plotlines, reflecting the Victorian era's fascination with heredity and social standing. The interplay between science and social commentary is evident, grounding the text within the prevailing ideologies of the time. Grant Allen, a Canadian author and polymath, was a prominent figure in the literary landscape of his era. His background in science provided him with a unique lens through which he explored themes of genetics and identity, which are central to "Blood Royal." Allen's engagement with contemporary debates on heredity and class can be seen as a reflection of his own experiences and intellectual pursuits, having lived in an era marked by rapid social change and scientific discovery. I highly recommend "Blood Royal" for readers intrigued by the intersections of fiction, science, and society. Allen's profound insight into the human psyche, coupled with his masterful storytelling, invites a deeper exploration of what it means to inherit not just lineage, but also the weight of expectations and moral dilemmas.
Audiobook details
GenreMystery and Thriller, Romance
Length5 hrs 42 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateMay 19, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER I. PERADVENTURE.
10CHAPTER X. MR. PLANTAGENET LIVES AGAIN.
2CHAPTER II. THE HEAD OF THE HOUSE
11CHAPTER XI. A TRAGEDY OR A COMEDY?
3CHAPTER III. DISCOUNTING IT.
12CHAPTER XII TRAGEDY WINS.
4CHAPTER IV. A ROYAL POURPARLER.
13CHAPTER XIII. AN UNEXPECTED VISITOR.
5CHAPTER V. GOOD SOCIETY.
14CHAPTER XIV. BREAKING IT OFF.
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6CHAPTER VI. THE PROOF OF THE PUDDING.
15CHAPTER XV. A WILLING PRISONER.
7CHAPTER VII. AFFAIRS OF THE HEART.
16CHAPTER XVI. LOOKING ABOUT HIM.
8CHAPTER VIII. AT 'OXFORD COLLEGE.'
17CHAPTER XVII. IN SEARCH OF AN ANCESTOR.
9CHAPTER IX. A SUDDEN RESOLVE.
18CHAPTER XVIII. GOOD OUT OF EVIL.: THE END.
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