Colonel Quaritch, V.C.: A Tale of Country Life
By H. Rider Haggard
Length12h 37m
About this audiobook
Colonel Quaritch, V.C.: A Tale of Country Life is a compelling exploration of English rural society, deftly weaving elements of adventure and romance to portray a world on the brink of change. Haggard employs a rich narrative style, filled with vivid descriptions and historical detail, reflecting the societal transitions of the late Victorian era. The novel intricately balances themes of chivalry and modernization, showcasing the life of Colonel Quaritch, a decorated war hero returning to his idyllic English roots, where he confronts the challenges of a rapidly evolving landscape. H. Rider Haggard, renowned for his pioneering contributions to the adventure genre, drew inspiration from his experiences in colonial Africa and England, as well as his deep understanding of social dynamics. His personal encounters with honor, duty, and the complexities of rural life inform the character development and moral dilemmas faced by Quaritch, grounding the novel in a rich tapestry of personal and cultural history. Recommended for enthusiasts of Victorian literature and those intrigued by the interplay between tradition and progress, Colonel Quaritch, V.C. offers a profound narrative that resonates with contemporary readers. Its engaging plot and deeply relatable characters invite readers to reflect on the enduring values of heroism and community.
Audiobook details
GenreGeneral Fiction, Historical Fiction
Length12 hrs 37 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateSep 16, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER I. — HAROLD QUARITCH MEDITATES
24CHAPTER XXIV. — “GOOD-BYE, MY DEAR, GOOD-BYE!”
2CHAPTER II. — THE COLONEL MEETS THE SQUIRE
25CHAPTER XXV. — THE SQUIRE GIVES HIS CONSENT
3CHAPTER III. — THE TALE OF SIR JAMES DE LA MOLLE
26CHAPTER XXVI. — BELLE PAYS A VISIT
4CHAPTER IV. — THE END OF THE TALE
27CHAPTER XXVII. — MR. QUEST HAS HIS INNINGS
5CHAPTER V. — THE SQUIRE EXPLAINS THE POSITION
28CHAPTER XXVIII. — HOW GEORGE TREATED JOHNNIE
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6CHAPTER VI. — LAWYER QUEST
29CHAPTER XXIX. — EDWARD COSSEY MEETS WITH AN ACCIDENT
7CHAPTER VII. — EDWARD COSSEY, ESQUIRE
30CHAPTER XXX. — HAROLD TAKES THE NEWS
8CHAPTER VIII. — MR. QUEST’S WIFE
31CHAPTER XXXI. — IDA RECANTS
9CHAPTER IX. — THE SHADOW OF RUIN
32CHAPTER XXXII. — GEORGE PROPHESIES AGAIN
10CHAPTER X. — THE TENNIS PARTY
33CHAPTER XXXIII. — THE SQUIRE SPEAKS HIS MIND
11CHAPTER XI. — IDA’S BARGAIN
34CHAPTER XXXIV. — GEORGE’S DIPLOMATIC ERRAND
12CHAPTER XII. — GEORGE PROPHESIES
35CHAPTER XXXV. — THE SWORD OF DAMOCLES
13CHAPTER XIII. — ABOUT ART
36CHAPTER XXXVI. — HOW THE GAME ENDED
14CHAPTER XIV. — THE TIGER SHOWS HER CLAWS
37CHAPTER XXXVII. — SISTER AGNES
15CHAPTER XV. — THE HAPPY DAYS
38CHAPTER XXXVIII. — COLONEL QUARITCH EXPRESSES HIS VIEWS
16CHAPTER XVI. — THE HOUSE WITH THE RED PILLARS
39CHAPTER XXXIX. — THE COLONEL GOES TO SLEEP
17CHAPTER XVII. — THE TIGRESS IN HER DEN
40CHAPTER XL. — BUT NOT TO BED
18CHAPTER XVIII. — “WHAT SOME HAVE FOUND SO SWEET”
41CHAPTER XLI. — HOW THE NIGHT WENT
19At last she spoke, apparently with a great effort.
42CHAPTER XLII. — IDA GOES TO MEET HER FATE
20CHAPTER XX. — “GOOD-BYE TO YOU, EDWARD”
43CHAPTER XLIII. — GEORGE IS SEEN TO LAUGH
21CHAPTER XXI. — THE COLONEL GOES OUT SHOOTING
44CHAPTER XLIV. — CHRISTMAS CHIMES
22CHAPTER XXII. — THE END OF THE MATCH
45GOOD-BYE
23CHAPTER XXIII. — THE BLOW FALLS
46THE END
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