Flood Tide
Love, Loss, and Changing Tides: A Novel of 20th Century Coastal MaineBy Sara Ware Bassett
Length5h 52m
About this audiobook
In her evocative novel "Flood Tide," Sara Ware Bassett intricately weaves a tale set against the backdrop of a tumultuous New England fishing community grappling with the dualities of nature and human ambition. The narrative unfolds through Bassett'Äôs rich, descriptive prose and character-driven storytelling, which immerses readers in the visceral realities of the fishermen's lives while highlighting the interplay between man and the unforgiving sea. Published in the early 20th century, the book resonates with themes of resilience and the cyclical essence of life, reflective of the broader literary movements concerned with naturalism and regionalism prevalent in that era. Sara Ware Bassett, an accomplished author and passionate chronicler of coastal life, drew upon her own experiences growing up in New England. Her profound understanding of maritime culture, coupled with her commitment to portraying the deep connection humans have with their environment, informs her narrative choices. Bassett's own advocacy for social and environmental issues parallels the struggles faced by her characters, adding depth and authenticity to her portrayal of their lives. "Flood Tide" is a poignant exploration of humanity'Äôs struggle against the forces of nature, making it essential reading for those interested in American literature, maritime narratives, and the evolving relationship between communities and their environments. Bassett's ability to present complex emotions with clarity invites readers to reflect on their own connections to place and community.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 3.5 (10)
Includes Goodreads
GenreRomance, General Fiction
Length5 hrs 52 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 17, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER IV
21CHAPTER XIV
2THE GREEN-EYED MONSTER ENTERS
22THE SPENCES ENTER SOCIETY
3CHAPTER V
23CHAPTER XV
4AN APPARITION
24A REVELATION
5CHAPTER VI
25CHAPTER XVI
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6MARRYING AND GIVING IN MARRIAGE
26ANOTHER BLOW DESCENDS
7CHAPTER VII
27CHAPTER XVII
8A SECOND SPIRIT APPEARS
28A GRIM HAND INTERVENES
9CHAPTER VIII
29CHAPTER XVIII
10SHADOWS
30THE PROGRESS OF ANOTHER ROMANCE
11CHAPTER IX
31CHAPTER XIX
12A WIDENING OF THE BREACH
32WILLIE AS PILOT
13CHAPTER X
33CHAPTER XX
14A CONSPIRACY
34ONE MORE OF WILLIE'S SHIPS REACHES PORT
15CHAPTER XI
35CHAPTER XXI
16THE GALBRAITH HOUSEHOLD
36SURPRISES
17CHAPTER XII
37CHAPTER XXII
18ROBERT MORTON MAKES A RESOLVE
38DELIGHT MAKES HER DECISION
19CHAPTER XIII
39CHAPTER XXIII
20A NEWCOMER ENTERS
40FAME COMES TO THE DREAMER OF DREAMS
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