Length2h 51m
About this audiobook
In "Her Ladyship's Elephant," David Dwight Wells crafts an engaging historical novel that immerses readers in the intricate socio-political landscape of 19th-century British India. The narrative follows the unconventional bond between a remarkable British woman, Lady Anna, and her elephant, an enchanting metaphor for the intertwining of colonialism, compassion, and the complexities of empire. Wells's prose is characterized by its rich descriptions and an evocative tone that captures the nuances of a bygone era, while seamlessly weaving themes of loyalty, identity, and the juxtaposition of cultures into the fabric of the story. David Dwight Wells, an astute observer of history and culture, draws inspiration from his own travels and scholarly background in colonial studies. His profound understanding of the British imperial context enables him to portray the emotional and historical depth within his characters. Wells's passion for highlighting the often-overlooked perspectives of women and animals in historical narratives helps to enrich the tapestry of the story, encouraging readers to reflect on the often-complicated relationships between colonizers and the colonized. "Her Ladyship's Elephant" is highly recommended for readers who appreciate nuanced historical fiction that challenges paradigms and offers new dimensions to familiar narratives. With its intricate character development and thought-provoking themes, this novel is sure to resonate with anyone interested in the intersections of power, loyalty, and the human-animal bond.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 3.7 (38)
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GenreHumor, Historical Fiction
Length2 hrs 51 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateSep 4, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1IN WHICH A TRUNK IS SENT TO MELTON COURT
2IN WHICH MR. SCARSDALE CHANGES HIS NAME
3IN WHICH MR. SCARSDALE REAPS ANOTHER'S WHIRLWIND
4IN WHICH A SERIOUS CHARGE IS LAID AT THE CONSUL'S DOOR
5IN WHICH THE CONSUL AND MRS. SCARSDALE EMULATE THE KING OF FRANCE AND TWENTY THOUSAND OF HIS COMPATRIOTS
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6IN WHICH LADY MELTON RECEIVES A STRANGE VISITOR
7IN WHICH THERE ARE TWO CLAIMANTS FOR ONE DINNER
8HEINEMANN'S
9On all Bookstalls and of all Booksellers
10LONDON
11WILLIAM HEINEMANN
12MCMXII
13MOLLY MAKE-BELIEVE
14A New Novel
15THE WEAVERS
16Author of "The Ladder of Swords," etc.
17TOTO
18Author of "The Blue Lagoon," etc.
19THREE BOOKS
20PAM
21WHAT BECAME OF PAM
22OUR LADY OF THE BEECHES
23THE ADVENTURER
24BACCARAT
25Author of "Pigs in Clover," etc.
26THE COUNTRY HOUSE
27Author of "A Man of Property," etc.
28LORD KENTWELL'S LOVE AFFAIR
29THE SEA WOLF
30Author of "The Call of the Wild."
31THE NIGGER OF THE "NARCISSUS"
32Author of "Typhoon," etc.
33THE MAGNETIC NORTH
34Author of "Come and Find Me," etc.
35A story of the ever-calling North.
36TWO NOVELS by E. F. BENSON
37Author of "Sheaves," etc. etc.
38THE BLOTTING BOOK
39THE BABE B.A.
40TWO NOVELS
41THE MATERNITY OF HARRIET WICKEN
42THE ORCHARD THIEF
43THE TIME MACHINE
44Author of "The War of the Worlds," "Kips," etc.
45IF I WERE KING
46MARCIA IN GERMANY
47Author of "Hedwig in England," etc.
48GODFREY MARTIN: School Boy
49THE RED BADGE OF COURAGE
50Author of "The Open Boat," etc.
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