Dog and Duck
Exploring the Dark Depths of Victorian London's Supernatural SecretsBy Arthur Machen
Length4h 39m
About this audiobook
In "Dog and Duck," Arthur Machen explores themes of urban alienation and the search for meaning in an increasingly fragmented society. Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century London, this semi-autobiographical novella intricately blends elements of psychological realism with Machen's characteristic mysticism. The prose is rich with vivid imagery, reflecting Machen's deep understanding of both the bustling urban environment and the profound solitude felt by its inhabitants. The work is imbued with a sense of the uncanny, revealing how the mundane can shift into the extraordinary, a hallmark of Machen'Äôs literary artistry. Arthur Machen, a Welsh author and mystic, was deeply influenced by the culture and spiritual hunger of his time. His provocative ideas about the supernatural and the interconnectedness of humanity often stemmed from his own experiences in London, a city he perceived as both magical and menacing. Machen's fascination with myth and the hidden realms of existence culminate in this work, offering a glimpse into his philosophical musings about life, society, and transcendence. "Dog and Duck" is a must-read for those who appreciate literature that delves into the complexities of human emotions and societal dynamics. Machen's prose invites the reader to embark on a journey through the mysterious intersections of life and the unseen. This novella is essential for anyone seeking to understand the literary movements of the early 20th century, as well as for readers interested in the exploration of the extraordinary within the ordinary.
Audiobook details
GenreHorror
Length4 hrs 39 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 9, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
16A TALK FOR TWELFTH NIGHT
2DOG AND DUCK
17SOME FEBRUARY STARS
3[1]
18MARCH AND A MORAL
4WHY NEW YEAR?
19ST. GEORGE AND THE DRAGON
5ON VALENTINES AND OTHER THINGS
20THE POOR VICTORIANS
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6ON SIMNEL CAKES
21STUFF—AND SCIENCE
7'APRIL FOOL!'
22ON HOLIDAYS
8THE MERRY MONTH OF MAY
23SIX DOZEN OF PORT
9A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM
24THE CUSTOM OF THE MANOR
10JULY SPORT WITH SOME REMARKS ON YOUNG MR. BLUEFACE
25THE VICE OF COLLECTING
11'A THOROUGH CHANGE'
26SPLENDOUR
12ROAST GOOSE
27HOW TO SPEND CHRISTMAS
13WHERE ARE THE FOGS OF YESTERYEARS?
28ADELPHI: FAREWELL!
14MARTINMAS
29THE ART OF UNBELIEF
15CHRISTMAS MUMMING
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