Length7h 52m
About this audiobook
In 'Golden Fiddles,' Mary Grant Bruce masterfully weaves a poignant narrative that captures the essence of rural Australian life, interspersed with the vibrant threads of youth, ambition, and the haunting echoes of loss. Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century Australia, the novel features a lyrical style characterized by rich imagery and evocative prose, allowing readers to immerse themselves in the cultural and emotional landscape of its characters. The story explores themes of resilience and the complexities of human relationships, creating a tapestry of intertwined lives that resonate with authenticity and depth. Mary Grant Bruce, a celebrated Australian author and advocate for children's literature, drew from her own experiences growing up in rural Victoria to create this compelling work. Her familiarity with the Australian bush, combined with her keen understanding of the struggles and triumphs that characterize the human spirit, informs the character development and thematic exploration found throughout 'Golden Fiddles.' Additionally, Bruce's profound dedication to her craft and her audiences further reflects her desire to foster empathy and understanding among readers. Highly recommended for enthusiasts of historical fiction and those seeking a heartfelt exploration of the human condition, 'Golden Fiddles' stands as a testament to Bruce's literary prowess. It invites readers to reflect on their own lives while offering a glimpse into an era marked by both challenge and growth, making it an essential read for anyone interested in the rich tapestry of Australian storytelling.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 3.8 (47)
Includes Goodreads
GenreHistorical Fiction, General Fiction
Length7 hrs 52 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateAug 1, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER I THE HOUSE OF BALFOUR
2CHAPTER II THE ONE GREAT DAY
3CHAPTER III SHIRTS AND CIRCUMSTANCES
4CHAPTER IV STICKING IT
5CHAPTER V OTHER CIRCUMSTANCES
Show all chaptersShow less
6CHAPTER VI THE RECKLESSNESS OF THE BALFOURS
7CHAPTER VII THE HORIZON WIDENS
8CHAPTER VIII THE GOLDEN FIDDLES PLAY
9CHAPTER IX OUT OF THE CHRYSALIS
10CHAPTER X THE GROWTH OF THE BALFOURS
11CHAPTER XI BOB DREAMS
12CHAPTER XII THE WAKING OF KITTY
13CHAPTER XIII THE IMPRUDENCE OF BRIGGS
14CHAPTER XIV THE BRIDGE
15CHAPTER XV REALITIES
16CHAPTER XVI THE NEW HOUSE OF BALFOUR
More from Mary Grant Bruce
Billabong's DaughterMary Grant Bruce8h 52m4.3 (156)$2 · $0.00
Billabong AdventurersMary Grant Bruce7h 57m4.1 (142)$2 · $0.00
Back to BillabongMary Grant Bruce8h 57m4.1 (171)$2 · $0.00
Golden FiddlesMary Grant Bruce7h 52m3.8 (47)$2 · $0.00
Captain JimMary Grant Bruce9h 36m4.2 (216)$2 · $0.00
The Stone Axe of BurkamukkMary Grant Bruce7h 3m$2 · $0.00
Son of BillabongMary Grant Bruce8h 26m4.1 (115)$2 · $0.00
Billabong's LuckMary Grant Bruce8h 39m4.1 (125)$2 · $0.00
Billabong's DaughterMary Grant Bruce9h 34m4.1 (174)$2 · $0.00
Hugh Stanford's LuckMary Grant Bruce4h 21m$1 · $0.00
The Viennese DressmakerKathryn Gauci11h 46m4.5 (2.1K)$23 · $0.00
The Man in the Brown Suit & They Came to BaghdadAgatha Christie15h 43m4.6 (495)$33 · $0.00
Under the Light of the Italian MoonJennifer Anton12h 28m4.5 (5.3K)$23 · $0.00
Jubilee, 50th Anniversary EditionMargaret Walker15h 43m4.5 (9.5K)$25 · $0.00
Pride and PrejudiceJane Austen14h 44m4.4 (4.7M)$2 · $0.00
Flying Colours (Annotated)Cecil Louis Troughton Smith9h 26m4.4 (10.1K)$2 · $0.00
With Love from HarlemReShonda Tate13h 48m4.5 (2K)$6 · $0.00
Sweet Home Highland ChristmasMay McGoldrick, Jan Coffey2h 54m4.5 (1.4K)$7 · $0.00
Rilla of InglesideL. M. Montgomery12h 25m4.4 (67.5K)$2 · $0.00
Death Comes for the Archbishop (Annotated)Willa Cather9h 13m4.4 (4.7K)$2 · $0.00
The Alice NetworkKate Quinn15h 7m4.4 (887.1K)$33 · $0.00
The Goddess of WarsawLisa Barr13h 4m4.4 (36.4K)$33 · $0.00
The Ohio River Trilogy: Betty Zane, The Spirit of the Border & The Last TrailZane Grey29h 8m4.4 (1.8K)$1 · $0.00
The Attic ChildLola Jaye14h 46m4.4 (21K)$33 · $0.00
Martyr of the CatacombsJames De Mille3h 41m4.5 (744)$1 · $0.00
Bring Up The BodiesHilary Mantel14h 35m4.4 (150K)$33 · $0.00
By the Shores of Silver LakeLaura Ingalls Wilder7h 38m4.4 (103.7K)$1 · $0.00
Sexy/DangerousBeverly Jenkins10h 19m4.4 (2.3K)$29 · $0.00
Trustee from the ToolroomNevil Shute Norway11h 42m4.4 (10.5K)$1 · $0.00
Chasing CassandraLisa Kleypas8h 59m4.3 (108.3K)$29 · $0.00
WhistlerAnn Patchett10h 45m4.6 (4.6K)$29 · $0.00
Demon CopperheadBarbara Kingsolver21h 3m4.5 (949.4K)$46 · $0.00
To Kill a MockingbirdHarper Lee12h 18m4.5 (7.4M)$29 · $0.00
Remarkably Bright CreaturesShelby Van Pelt11h 17m4.4 (1.7M)$29 · $0.00
White HotIlona Andrews13h 18m4.5 (136.9K)$5 · $0.00
The Ghost by the Billabong (The Matilda Saga, #5)Jackie French14h 58m4.6 (773)$33 · $0.00
Cast in BloodMichelle Sagara16h 35m4.6 (607)$33 · $0.00
The Captain Blood Trilogy (Annotated)Rafael Sabatini29h 20m4.6 (1K)$3 · $0.00
Ship of the Line (Annotated)Cecil Louis Troughton Smith11h 13m4.6 (1K)$2 · $0.00
The George Orwell CollectionGeorge Orwell24h 46m4.5 (14.4K)$12 · $0.00
Time RegainedMarcel Proust15h 38m4.5 (9.2K)$2 · $0.00
Driving ForceElle James4h 58m4.6 (407)$20 · $0.00
When God Calls the HeartBrian Bird, Michelle Cox3h 24m4.6 (439)$10 · $0.00
Five Little IndiansMichelle Good10h 34m4.5 (64.5K)$29 · $0.00
Lolth's WarriorR. A. Salvatore13h 20m4.6 (2.4K)$33 · $0.00
The Things We Cannot SayKelly Rimmer13h 48m4.5 (359.1K)$33 · $0.00
The Love Songs of W.E.B. Du BoisHonoree Fanonne Jeffers29h 49m4.5 (58K)$8 · $0.00
Going PostalTerry Pratchett11h 23m4.5 (189.9K)$29 · $0.00
Glen AffricKarine Giebel22h 51m4.5 (3.2K)$46 · $0.00
The Book Of NegroesLawrence Hill15h 45m4.5 (107.3K)$33 · $0.00
You may also like
What Katy DidSusan Coolidge4h 34m4.0 (25.3K)$10 · $0.00
Candidly ClineKathryn Ormsbee7h 57m4.4 (1.2K)$26 · $0.00
The Magnificent Mya Tibbs: Spirit Week ShowdownCrystal Allen4h 29m4.2 (978)$20 · $0.00
What Katy DidSusan Coolidge5h 19m4.0 (27.3K)$14
Magic for MarigoldLucy Maud Montgomery14h 31m4.0 (6K)$1 · $0.00
A Son of the Middle BorderHamlin Garland13h 41m3.9 (1.6K)$25
Spencer’s MountainEarl Hamner Jr.9h 40m4.3 (3.5K)$20
Anne of Green Gables (Annotated)Lucy Maud Montgomery13h 1m4.5 (2.8K)$2 · $0.00
All American ChristmasRachel Campos-Duffy, Sean Duffy6h 33m4.3 (657)$24 · $0.00
Charlie the Ranch DogRee Drummond7m4.2 (4.9K)$4 · $0.00
The Mill on the FlossGeorge Eliot25h 39m4.0 (116.1K)$18 · $0.00
Wishin' and Hopin'Wally Lamb4h 41m3.7 (23.4K)$20 · $0.00
Worse Than WeirdJody J. Little5h 45m4.1 (358)$24 · $0.00
Pony Scouts: Runaway Ponies!Catherine Hapka7m4.1 (358)$4 · $0.00
The Mill on the FlossGeorge Eliot22h 16m4.0 (76.5K)$2.30 · $0.00
Farmer BoyLaura Ingalls Wilder6h 28m4.2 (98.9K)$24 · $0.00
The Bobbsey TwinsLaura Lee Hope3h 40m3.8 (7K)$2.30
The Berenstain Bears' SleepoverJan Berenstain, Mike Berenstain5m4.1 (1K)$4 · $0.00
Frontier FolliesRee Drummond7h 27m4.1 (16.8K)$24 · $0.00
The Ramona Quimby Audio CollectionBeverly Cleary18h 57m4.5 (6.7K)$40 · $0.00