Length10h 19m
About this audiobook
In "Fortune," J. C. Snaith crafts a captivating narrative that unravels the complexities of fate, fortune, and the intricate weave of chance in human lives. Employing a rich, descriptive literary style, Snaith deftly combines elements of realism and symbolism, immersing readers in a vividly rendered world where personal aspirations collide with the capricious nature of luck. The book explores the profound impact of fortune on individuals' lives, intricately linking their personal choices to broader societal influences, providing a poignant commentary on the undulating currents of life that shape human destiny. J. C. Snaith was a prominent figure in early 20th-century literature, known for his keen insights into the human condition and social dynamics. His personal experiences, including his observations of social disparity and personal struggles, informed his literary voice, often imbuing his works with a reflective yet critical lens on the societal structures that bind individuals. "Fortune" reflects Snaith's fascination with the unpredictable interplay of luck and decision-making, drawing on his own life's trials and triumphs. Readers will find "Fortune" to be an engaging exploration of the forces that govern human lives, making it a compelling addition to any literary collection. Those intrigued by the interplay of fate and personal agency will discover rich layers of meaning, ensuring a thought-provoking and insightful reading experience that resonates long after the final page is turned.
Audiobook details
GenreLiterary Classics, Romance
Length10 hrs 19 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateMar 2, 2025
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
21CHAPTER XX OF OUR ROAD TO PARIS
2CHAPTER I OF MY JOURNEY TO THE PLAIN
22CHAPTER XXI OF OUR FIRST PASSAGES WITH THE CASTILIAN
3CHAPTER II OF AN INN. OF A MAN FROM FOREIGN PARTS
23CHAPTER XXII WE ARE HARD BESET
4CHAPTER III OF THE EATING OF MEAT
24CHAPTER XXIII OF THE COUNT OF NULLEPART’S EXTREMITY
5CHAPTER IV OF FURTHER PASSAGES AT THE INN
25CHAPTER XXIV OF SIR RICHARD PENDRAGON’S PASSAGES WITH THE GENTLEMEN OF THE KING’S GUARD
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6CHAPTER V I HEAR OF THE PRINCESS
26CHAPTER XXV OF SIR RICHARD PENDRAGON’S DUELLO WITH THE GALLANT FRENCHMAN
7CHAPTER VI OF A PRIVATE BRAWL. I TAKE PROFIT AT THE COST OF REPUTATION
27CHAPTER XXVI OF OUR APPEARANCE AT THE LOUVRE BEFORE KING LOUIS
8CHAPTER VII OF THE DISABILITIES THAT ATTEND ON GENTLE BIRTH
28CHAPTER XXVII OF OUR AUDIENCE OF THE MOST CHRISTIAN KING
9CHAPTER VIII OF A GREAT CALAMITY
29CHAPTER XXVIII OF FURTHER PASSAGES IN THE LOUVRE AT PARIS
10CHAPTER IX OF OUR ROAD TO THE SOUTH
30CHAPTER XXIX SIR RICHARD PENDRAGON’S STRATEGY
11CHAPTER X OF OUR COMING TO THE DUKE OF MONTESINA AND HIS HOUSE UPON THE HILL
31CHAPTER XXX OF OUR ADVENTURES AMONG THE CASTILIAN HOST
12CHAPTER XI OF A GRIEVOUS HAP
32CHAPTER XXXI OF AN ASTOUNDING EPISODE
13CHAPTER XII OF ADVERSITY. OF A CHANCE ACQUAINTANCE. OF A FAIR STRANGER
33CHAPTER XXXII OF THE UNHAPPY SITUATION OF A GREAT PRINCE
14CHAPTER XIII OF OUR ENTRANCE INTO A NEW SERVICE
34CHAPTER XXXIII A SORTIE FROM THE CASTLE
15CHAPTER XIV OF THE JOURNEYING BACK TO THE HOUSE OF MY REJECTION
35CHAPTER XXXIV OF MADAM’S RENCOUNTER WITH THE FROWARD PRINCE
16CHAPTER XV OF SOME FROWARD PASSAGES BEFORE THE DUKE
36CHAPTER XXXV OF SIR RICHARD PENDRAGON’S RETURN
17CHAPTER XVI OF THE GRIEVOUS MISHANDLING OF HIS LORDSHIP’S GRACE
37CHAPTER XXXVI OF SOLPESIUS MUS, THE CAPTAIN-GENERAL OF THE JOGALONES
18CHAPTER XVII OF OUR ATTENDANCE IN COUNCIL UPON A GREAT MATTER
38CHAPTER XXXVII OF THE RIGOURS TO BE SUFFERED BY THE INFAMOUS KING
19CHAPTER XVIII OF THE AMBASSADOR OF THE RUDE CASTILIAN PRINCE
39CHAPTER XXXVIII THE LAST
20CHAPTER XIX OF MADAM’S EMBASSY TO HER NEPHEW FRANCE
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