DWELLERS IN THE HILLS + THE MOUNTAIN SCHOOL-TEACHER + THE GILDED CHAIR
Enriched edition. 3 Adventure Novels in One VolumeBy Melville Davisson Post
Length16h 8m
About this audiobook
In 'Dwellers in the Hills + The Mountain School-Teacher + The Gilded Chair', Melville Davisson Post presents a collection of three captivating short stories set in the Appalachian region of the United States. Through intricate plots and rich characterization, Post explores themes of justice, societal conventions, and the human experience. His writing style is characterized by detailed descriptions, subtle irony, and a deep understanding of the region's culture and people, making these stories not only entertaining but also thought-provoking in their commentary on rural life in the early 20th century. Melville Davisson Post's background as a lawyer and judge provides insight into his exploration of legal issues and moral dilemmas in his stories. His experience living in rural West Virginia also informs his portrayal of the Appalachian landscape and its inhabitants, adding authenticity and depth to his narratives. I highly recommend 'Dwellers in the Hills + The Mountain School-Teacher + The Gilded Chair' to readers interested in American literature, regional fiction, and captivating short stories that delve into complex moral and social themes with skill and nuance.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works' unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions.
- A Historical Context section situates the works in their broader era—social currents, cultural trends, and key events that underpin their creation.
- A concise Synopsis (Selection) offers an accessible overview of the included texts, helping readers navigate plotlines and main ideas without revealing critical twists.
- A unified Analysis examines recurring motifs and stylistic hallmarks across the collection, tying the stories together while spotlighting the different work's strengths.
- Reflection questions inspire deeper contemplation of the author's overarching message, inviting readers to draw connections among different texts and relate them to modern contexts.
- Lastly, our hand‐picked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collection's central themes.
Audiobook details
GenreGeneral Fiction, Mystery and Thriller
Length16 hrs 8 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateMay 29, 2017
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Murder Mystery Collection: 40+ Thriller Novels & Detective Tales
2Uncle Abner, Master of Mysteries: 18 Detective Tales in One Volume
3The Man of Last Resort & The Strange Schemes of Randolph Mason
4The Greatest Works of Melville Davisson Post: 40+ Titles in One Edition
5The Greatest Mystery Cases of Detective Henry Marquis: Complete 16 Tales in One Edition
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6Introduction
7Historical Context
8Synopsis (Selection)
9DWELLERS IN THE HILLS + THE MOUNTAIN SCHOOL-TEACHER + THE GILDED CHAIR: 3 Adventure Novels in One Volume
10DWELLERS IN THE HILLS
11Chapter II The Petticoat and the Pretender
12Chapter III The Passing of an Illusion
13Chapter IV Concerning Hawk Rufe
14Chapter V The Waggon-Maker
15Chapter VI The Maid and the Intruders
16Chapter VII The Master Builders
17Chapter VIII Some Remarks of Saint Paul
18Chapter IX Christian the Blacksmith
19Chapter X On the Choosing of Enemies
20Chapter XI The Wardens of the River
21Chapter XII The Uses of the Moon
22Chapter XIII The Six Hundred
23Chapter XIV Relating to the First Liars
24Chapter XV When Providence is Pagan
25Chapter XVI Through the Big Water
26Chapter XVII Along the Hickory Ridges
27Chapter XVIII By the Light of a Lantern
28Chapter XIX The Orbit of the Dwarfs
29Chapter XX On the Art of Going to Ruin
30Chapter XXI The Exit of the Pretender
31THE GILDED CHAIR
32Chapter II The House of the First Men
33Chapter III The Hermit's Crust
34Chapter IV The Maiden of the Waters
35Chapter V The Gathering
36Chapter VI The Menace
37Chapter VII The Counsel of Wisdom
38Chapter VIII The Woman on the Wall
39Chapter IX The Usurper
40Chapter X The Red Bench
41Chapter XI The Chart of the Treasure
42Chapter XII The Servants of Yahveh
43Chapter XIII The Journeying
44Chapter XIV The Place of Prophecy
45Chapter XV The Vulnerable Spot
46Chapter XVI The Lesson in Magic
47Chapter XVII The Stair of Visions
48Chapter XVIII The Sign by the Way
49Chapter XIX The Chamber of Light
50Chapter XX The Moving Shadow
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