Length11h 19m
About this audiobook
In "Ellen Levis," Elsie Singmaster crafts a poignant and richly layered narrative that explores themes of identity, responsibility, and the quest for belonging in the early 20th century American landscape. Presented with a keen eye for detail, Singmaster employs a lyrical yet straightforward prose style that resonates with readers through its deep emotional undercurrents. The story invites reflection on the societal norms of its time, examining the struggles faced by women and immigrants, and highlighting their resilience amidst adversity. Set against the backdrop of rural Pennsylvania, the novel intricately weaves personal and cultural histories, making it both a character study and a commentary on the broader human condition. Elsie Singmaster, an accomplished American author, was born in 1880 in a Pennsylvania German community, which profoundly influenced her literary output. Her own experiences with cultural duality and her interest in the intersection of tradition and modernity manifest in "Ellen Levis." Through her works, Singmaster sought to illuminate the overlooked narratives of women and the immigrant experience, drawing from her keen observations of the world around her. Ellen Levis is a must-read for those who appreciate character-driven stories rich with cultural insights and emotional depth. Singmaster's voice is an essential contribution to American literature, offering readers not only a compelling tale but also a broader understanding of the complexities of identity in a rapidly changing society.
Audiobook details
GenreHistorical Fiction, General Fiction
Length11 hrs 19 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateMay 19, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
21CHAPTER XXI A LOST SHEEP
2CHAPTER II ELLEN REFUSES TO HEAR A CALL
22CHAPTER XXII A CRISIS AT HAND
3CHAPTER III TWO VERSIONS OF THE SAME STORY
23CHAPTER XXIII A STRANGE JOURNEY
4CHAPTER IV A SLUMBERING TERROR
24CHAPTER XXIV AN UNHAPPY SCHOLAR
5CHAPTER V LEVIS SPEAKS HIS MIND
25CHAPTER XXV A PROJECTED ATONEMENT
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6CHAPTER VI STUDYING IN VACATION
26CHAPTER XXVI A VISIT TO EPHRATA
7CHAPTER VII AN EVENING PILGRIMAGE
27CHAPTER XXVII ELLEN'S DREAMS COME TRUE
8CHAPTER VIII MATTHEW MAKES HIS CHOICE
28CHAPTER XXVIII FETZER'S EYE IS OPENED
9CHAPTER IX A GROWING MIND
29CHAPTER XXIX GRANDFATHER AND AMOS MAKE DISCOVERIES
10CHAPTER X UNEXPECTED GUESTS
30CHAPTER XXX FETZER DELIVERS A SERMON
11CHAPTER XI CHANGE
31CHAPTER XXXI ELLEN REMEMBERS BROTHER REITH
12CHAPTER XII A QUICKENING TERROR
32CHAPTER XXXII GRANDFATHER PLANS A CRIME
13CHAPTER XIII MATTHEW COMES HOME
33CHAPTER XXXIII ELLEN UNDERTAKES TO CONQUER HERSELF
14CHAPTER XIV AMOS VENTURES INTO THE WORLD
34CHAPTER XXXIV A DARK TOWER
15CHAPTER XV ELLEN IS OFFERED A WAY OUT
35CHAPTER XXXV AN UNDELIVERED MESSAGE
16CHAPTER XVI ELLEN SOLVES HER PROBLEM
36CHAPTER XXXVI MATTHEW AND ELLEN
17CHAPTER XVII GOLDSTEIN'S JEWELRY STORE
37CHAPTER XXXVII A BITTER WAKENING
18CHAPTER XVIII A CLOCK RUNS DOWN
38CHAPTER XXXVIII A QUIET HOUR
19CHAPTER XIX FETZER ENGAGES A NEW MAID
39CHAPTER XXXIX FETZER CLOSES A DOOR
20CHAPTER XX MASTER AND MISTRESS
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