Half A Chance
Redemption and Resilience in the Post-Civil War SouthBy Frederic Stewart Isham
Length6h 16m
About this audiobook
In "Half A Chance," Frederic Stewart Isham presents a compelling narrative that intertwines themes of fate, human resilience, and the complexities of love and ambition within the backdrop of early 20th-century America. The novel unfolds with a keen attention to detail, employing lush descriptions and a rich, character-driven style that invites readers into the emotional depths of its protagonists. Isham'Äôs thoughtful exploration of life'Äôs unpredictability resonates in his portrayal of characters wrestling with choices that challenge societal norms and personal ethics, thus situating the work firmly within the context of American realism and modernist experimentation. Frederic Stewart Isham, an accomplished author and playwright, was deeply influenced by his own experiences in the rapidly changing world of the early 1900s. Raised in a cultural milieu that valued both literary and theatrical accomplishments, Isham cultivated a narrative voice that deftly melded compelling storytelling with a reflective examination of the human condition. His background in drama is evident in the dynamic character interactions that illuminate the struggles of life in a society marked by both opportunity and despair. "Half A Chance" is a must-read for anyone interested in profound character studies and the inexorable push and pull of fate. Isham's ability to weave complex emotional landscapes with the ordinary struggles of his characters compels readers to reflect on their own choices. This novel stands out as a significant contribution to the canon of American literature, inviting readers into a world where chance plays a pivotal role in shaping one'Äôs destiny.
Audiobook details
GenreGeneral Fiction, Historical Fiction
Length6 hrs 16 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 11, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
14CHAPTER XII: FESTIVITIES
2PART TWO
15CHAPTER XIII: THE PRINCESS SUITE
3CHAPTER I: THE WHEELS OF JUSTICE
16CHAPTER XIV: AN ANSWER
4CHAPTER II: AT THE OPERA
17CHAPTER XV: CURRENTS AND COUNTER CURRENTS
5CHAPTER III: A LESSON IN BOTANY
18CHAPTER XVI: FLIGHT
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6CHAPTER IV: TIDES VARYING
19CHAPTER XVII: THE UNEXPECTED
7CHAPTER V: IN THE PARK
20CHAPTER XVIII: THROUGH THE FOG
8CHAPTER VI: A CONFERENCE
21CHAPTER XIX: THE LAST SHIFT
9CHAPTER VII: INCIDENTS
22CHAPTER XX: THE PAPER
10CHAPTER VIII: A CHANGE OF FRONT
23CHAPTER XXI: A CONDITION
11CHAPTER IX: AWAY FROM THE TOWN
24CHAPTER XXII: NEAR THE RIVER
12CHAPTER X: A CONTEST
25CHAPTER XXIII: PAST AND PRESENT
13CHAPTER XI: WAYS AND MEANS
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