Eustace Marchmont: A friend of the people
Empathy and Injustice: A Victorian Tale of Friendship and Social RealismBy Evelyn Everett-Green
Length12h 43m
About this audiobook
Evelyn Everett-Green's "Eustace Marchmont: A Friend of the People" is a poignant exploration of social reform and individual morality set against the backdrop of Victorian England. The narrative intricately weaves together the life of Eustace Marchmont, a wealthy philanthropist, with the struggles of the marginalized, employing a rich, descriptive literary style that vividly brings to life the era's class struggles. This social commentary is presented through a blend of character-driven storytelling and ethical dilemmas, ultimately reflecting the zeitgeist of an era grappling with issues of inequality and justice. Evelyn Everett-Green, a prolific writer and staunch advocate for social reform, draws upon her own experiences to craft this compelling narrative. Born in 1856, she was deeply influenced by the socio-political climate of her time, and her prominent involvement in charitable work undoubtedly shaped her understanding of the themes she addresses in this book. Her commitment to illuminating the plight of the impoverished in her writing speaks to her broader aspirations for societal change. "Eustace Marchmont: A Friend of the People" is an essential read for those who seek to understand the social complexities of the Victorian era through a narrative lens. Its timeless themes of compassion and moral responsibility resonate profoundly, making it a compelling addition to any literary collection dedicated to social justice and historical perspectives.
Audiobook details
GenreHistorical Fiction, General Fiction
Length12 hrs 43 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateJul 9, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER I ON CHRISTMAS EVE
2CHAPTER II THE DUCHESS OF PENARVON
3CHAPTER III THE HOUSE OF MOURNING
4CHAPTER IV THE DUKE’S HEIR
5CHAPTER V MAN OF THE WORLD AND MYSTIC
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6CHAPTER VI THE GOSPEL OF DISCONTENT
7CHAPTER VII THE KINDLED SPARK
8CHAPTER VIII BRIDE’S PERPLEXITIES
9CHAPTER IX THE WAVE OF REVOLT
10CHAPTER X A STRANGE NIGHT
11CHAPTER XI DUKE AND DEFAULTER
12CHAPTER XII AUTUMN DAYS
13CHAPTER XIII TWO ENCOUNTERS
14CHAPTER XIV EUSTACE’S DILEMMA
15CHAPTER XV STIRRING DAYS
16CHAPTER XVI THE POLLING AT PENTREATH
17CHAPTER XVII THE DUKE’S CARRIAGE
18CHAPTER XVIII ABNER’S PATIENT
19CHAPTER XIX THE BULL’S HORNS
20CHAPTER XX BRIDE’S VIGIL
21CHAPTER XXI FROM THE DEAD
22CHAPTER XXII SAUL TRESITHNY
23CHAPTER XXIII BRIDE’S PROPOSAL
24CHAPTER XXIV CONCLUSION
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