Gladys, the Reaper
Exploring life, death, and the afterlife through a lyrical journey of mortality and human existence in a small English villageBy Anne Beale
Length17h 3m
About this audiobook
In "Gladys, the Reaper," Anne Beale crafts a compelling narrative that straddles the line between gothic fiction and social commentary, exploring themes of mortality, identity, and the human condition. Set against the backdrop of a decaying Victorian estate, Beale's prose is rich with vivid imagery and intricate character development, inviting readers to delve into the psychological complexities of her protagonist, Gladys. The story unfolds with suspenseful pacing, revealing the intertwining of Gladys's life with the enigmatic figure of the Reaper, challenging the notions of life, death, and the weight of societal expectations in a rapidly changing world. Anne Beale, a notable figure in Victorian literature, was deeply influenced by her background in social reform and her keen observations of societal norms. Born into an era marked by significant upheaval, Beale's writing often reflects her desire to illuminate the struggles of women and the marginalized. Her interest in the supernatural further enhances her narratives, blending realism with elements of the uncanny, which she expertly employs in "Gladys, the Reaper" to interrogate the established norms of her time. For readers seeking a thought-provoking exploration of existential themes wrapped in a gripping story, "Gladys, the Reaper" is a must-read. It is an evocative tale that resonates with contemporary issues, making it not only a window into the past but also a mirror reflecting the societal anxieties of today. Beale's ability to weave her insights into a captivating narrative ensures that this novel will linger in the minds of its readers long after the final page.
Audiobook details
GenreFantasy, General Fiction
Length17 hrs 3 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 17, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
27CHAPTER XXIX.: THE COUNTRY GENTLEMAN.
2CHAPTER IV.: THE MISER.
28CHAPTER XXX.: THE PATRON.
3CHAPTER V: THE FARMER'S SON.
29CHAPTER XXXI.: THE PATRON'S WIFE.
4CHAPTER VI.: THE MISER'S WIFE.
30CHAPTER XXXII.: THE MAN OF THE WORLD.
5CHAPTER VII.: THE SQUIRE.
31CHAPTER XXXIII.: THE TEMPTER.
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6CHAPTER VIII.: THE MISER'S SON.
32CHAPTER XXXIV.: THE RIVALS.
7CHAPTER IX.: THE IRISH BEGGAR.
33CHAPTER XXXV.: THE LADY IN HER OWN RIGHT.
8CHAPTER X.: THE SQUIRE'S DAUGHTER.
34CHAPTER XXXVI.: THE FIRST-BORN.
9CHAPTER XI.: THE SAILOR.
35CHAPTER XXXVII.: THE SPENDTHRIFT.
10CHAPTER XII.: THE SEMPSTRESS.
36CHAPTER XXXVIII.: THE FORGER.
11CHAPTER XIII.: THE WIDOW.
37CHAPTER XXXIX.: THE ACCOUNTANT.
12CHAPTER XIV.: THE MILLIONAIRE.
38CHAPTER XL.: THE FORGER'S WIFE.
13CHAPTER XV.: THE MILLIONAIRE'S WIFE.
39CHAPTER XLI.: THE SISTER OF CHARITY.
14CHAPTER XVI.: THE SERVANT.
40CHAPTER XLII.: THE NIECE.
15CHAPTER XVII.: THE COLONEL.
41CHAPTER XLIII.: THE HAPPIEST MAN IN THE WORLD.
16CHAPTER XVIII.: THE NURSE.
42CHAPTER XLIV.: THE PRODIGAL DAUGHTER.
17CHAPTER XIX.: THE CURATE.
43CHAPTER XLV.: THE BETROTHED.
18CHAPTER XX.: THE HEIRESS.
44CHAPTER XLVI.: THE HEIR.
19CHAPTER XXI.: THE BROTHERS.
45CHAPTER XLVII.: THE DAUGHTER-IN-LAW.
20CHAPTER XXII.: THE GOVERNESS.
46CHAPTER XLVIII.: THE PENITENT.
21CHAPTER XXIII.: THE PREACHER.
47CHAPTER XLIX.: THE RECTOR.
22CHAPTER XXIV.: THE LOVER.
48CHAPTER L.: THE DISINHERITED.
23CHAPTER XXV.: THE FUGITIVE.
49CHAPTER LI.: THE CONVICT.
24CHAPTER XXVI.: THE FRIEND.
50CHAPTER LII.: THE PENITENT HUSBAND.
25CHAPTER XXVII.: THE MISSIONARY.
51CHAPTER LIII.: GLADYS REAPING HER FRUITS.
26CHAPTER XXVIII.: THE LADY'S MAID.
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