Count Bunker
Being a Bald Yet Veracious Chronicle Containing Some Further Particulars of Two Gentlemen Whose Previous Careers Were Touched Upon in a Tome Entitled "The Lunatic at Large"By J. Storer Clouston
Length6h 59m
About this audiobook
In J. Storer Clouston'Äôs novel, "Count Bunker," readers are immersed in a whimsical yet incisive exploration of romance, identity, and social satire within the framework of early 20th-century society. The narrative unfolds through the misadventures of its eponymous Count, who, while navigating the complexities of love and class, epitomizes the tension between societal expectations and individual desire. Clouston's prose is characterized by its sharp wit and elegant lyricism, providing a keen insight into the human condition and the farcical nature of aristocratic pretensions, blending elements of comedy and poignant introspection reminiscent of contemporary literary greats such as P.G. Wodehouse and E.M. Forster. J. Storer Clouston was a Scottish writer whose diverse life experiences imbued his work with a rich tapestry of insight. Raised in a literary environment and influenced by his travels across Europe, Clouston'Äôs perspectives on society and culture are vividly reflected in "Count Bunker." His keen observations of human behavior and relationship dynamics reveal a deep understanding of the era'Äôs social intricacies. "Count Bunker" is a delightful read that will appeal to fans of character-driven narratives and satirical humor. Clouston'Äôs unique blend of comedy and genuine emotion encourages readers to contemplate their own perceptions of social structures and love. Highly recommend this novel for its delightful prose and sharp social commentary.
Audiobook details
GenreHumor
Length6 hrs 59 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 10, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER I
20CHAPTER XX
2CHAPTER II
21CHAPTER XXI
3CHAPTER III
22CHAPTER XXII
4CHAPTER IV
23CHAPTER XXIII
5CHAPTER V
24CHAPTER XXIV
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6CHAPTER VI
25CHAPTER XXV
7CHAPTER VII
26CHAPTER XXVI
8CHAPTER VIII
27CHAPTER XXVII
9CHAPTER IX: “Well, the worst of it is over,” said Bunker cheerfully.
28CHAPTER XXVIII
10CHAPTER X
29CHAPTER XXIX
11CHAPTER XI
30CHAPTER XXX: “I have been longing for this moment!” said Julia softly.
12CHAPTER XII: “It is necessary, Bonker—you are sure?”
31CHAPTER XXXI
13CHAPTER XIII
32CHAPTER XXXII
14CHAPTER XIV
33CHAPTER XXXIII
15CHAPTER XV
34CHAPTER XXXIV
16CHAPTER XVI
35CHAPTER XXXV
17CHAPTER XVII
36CHAPTER XXXVI
18CHAPTER XVIII
37CHAPTER XXXVII
19CHAPTER XIX
38EPILOGUE
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