Length6h 3m
About this audiobook
In "Captain Shannon," Coulson Kernahan delivers a gripping maritime adventure that intricately weaves themes of loyalty, honor, and personal sacrifice against the vivid backdrop of the high seas. Written in a style reminiscent of late 19th-century sea novels, Kernahan employs rich, descriptive prose that captures both the beauty and the peril of naval life. The narrative explores the moral complexities faced by its titular character, Captain Shannon, as he navigates treacherous waters both literally and metaphorically, reflecting the turbulent era of Victorian maritime expansion and imperial scrutiny. Coulson Kernahan, a prolific writer and journalist of the Victorian era, drew upon his fascination with nautical life and his extensive travels, which undoubtedly shaped the authentic representation of maritime culture in this work. His background in literature and his keen interest in storytelling enriched his ability to depict the psychological and social dynamics aboard a ship. Kernahan's diverse experiences and deep immersion in the themes of adventure and exploration informed his nuanced character development and intricate plotting in "Captain Shannon." For those enamored with tales of the sea and human resilience, "Captain Shannon" is a compelling read that artfully balances thrilling action with profound introspection. Kernahan's masterful storytelling invites readers to delve into an exploration of moral dilemmas and the human spirit's enduring quest for identity and purpose amidst the vast unknown.
Audiobook details
GenreLiterary Classics, Historical Fiction
Length6 hrs 3 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateMar 2, 2025
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER I WHO IS “CAPTAIN SHANNON”?
17CHAPTER XVII ON THE HEELS OF JAMES MULLEN
2CHAPTER II CAPTAIN SHANNON’S MANIFESTO
18CHAPTER XVIII I BECOME A HAIRDRESSER’S ASSISTANT
3CHAPTER III THE “DAILY RECORD” TO THE RESCUE
19CHAPTER XIX “ARE THERE ANY LETTERS FOR HENRY JEANES, PLEASE?”
4CHAPTER IV THE MURDER IN FLEET STREET
20CHAPTER XX HOW JAMES MULLEN AND MYSELF ALMOST MET
5CHAPTER V THE IDENTITY OF CAPTAIN SHANNON DISCLOSED AT LAST
21CHAPTER XXI HOW I STRUCK JAMES MULLEN’S TRACK
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6CHAPTER VI I MAKE UP MY MIND TO FIND CAPTAIN SHANNON
22CHAPTER XXII THE ARTFULNESS OF JAMES MULLEN
7CHAPTER VII MY FIRST MEETING WITH JAMES MULLEN
23CHAPTER XXIII HOW I GOT WEDGED IN A WINDOW, AND LEFT BEHIND
8CHAPTER VIII THE DYNAMITE HULK
24CHAPTER XXIV A PRETTY KETTLE OF FISH!
9CHAPTER IX I TAKE UP MY QUARTERS AT CANVEY
25CHAPTER XXV JAMES MULLEN AND I MEET AT LAST
10CHAPTER X I BOARD THE “CUBAN QUEEN”
26CHAPTER XXVI AFTER THE EXPLOSION
11CHAPTER XI PERSONAL EXPLANATIONS
27CHAPTER XXVII I PLAY A GAME OF “BLUFF” WITH HUGHES
12CHAPTER XII HOW CAPTAIN SHANNON’S AUTOGRAPH CAME INTO MY POSSESSION
28CHAPTER XXVIII I BOARD THE “CUBAN QUEEN” FOR THE SECOND TIME
13CHAPTER XIII I POSSESS MYSELF OF THE SECRET OF JAMES BAKEWELL GREEN
29CHAPTER XXIX I TRY A FALL WITH JAMES MULLEN
14CHAPTER XIV ONE OF THE DOCUMENTS WHICH COST MY INQUIRY AGENT HIS LIFE
30CHAPTER XXX MORE DEVILRY
15CHAPTER XV A DOCUMENT OF IMPORTANCE
31CHAPTER XXXI THE ARREST OF CAPTAIN SHANNON
16CHAPTER XVI HENRY JEANES, ALIAS JAMES MULLEN
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