Hester
Enriched edition. A Victorian Edinburgh tale of family duty, financial risk, and tangled relationships across generationsBy Mrs. Oliphant
Length21h 54m
About this audiobook
In Mrs. Oliphant's novel 'Hester', readers are transported to 19th-century Edinburgh to follow the story of the titular character, Hester Vernon, as she navigates the complexities of her social status and familial obligations. The novel is characterized by its rich character development and intricate exploration of human emotions and relationships, making it a compelling read for those interested in Victorian literature. Mrs. Oliphant's writing style is marked by its detailed descriptions and insightful commentary on societal norms of the time, offering readers a glimpse into the mindset of the era.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes.
- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.
- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing.
- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.
- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 4.0 (995)
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GenreRomance, Historical Fiction
Length21 hrs 54 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateMay 7, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The Ladies Lindores (Romance Classic)
26CHAPTER IV.
2Introduction
27CHAPTER V.
3Synopsis
28CHAPTER VI.
4Historical Context
29CHAPTER VII.
5Volume 1
30CHAPTER VIII.
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6CHAPTER I.
31CHAPTER IX.
7CHAPTER II.
32CHAPTER X.
8CHAPTER III.
33CHAPTER XI.
9CHAPTER IV.
34CHAPTER XII.
10CHAPTER V.
35CHAPTER XIII.
11CHAPTER VI.
36CHAPTER XIV.
12CHAPTER VII.
37Volume 3
13CHAPTER VIII.
38CHAPTER I.
14CHAPTER IX.
39CHAPTER II.
15CHAPTER X.
40CHAPTER III.
16CHAPTER XI.
41CHAPTER IV.
17CHAPTER XII.
42CHAPTER V.
18CHAPTER XIII.
43CHAPTER VI.
19CHAPTER XIV.
44CHAPTER VII.
20CHAPTER XV.
45CHAPTER VIII.
21CHAPTER XVI.
46CHAPTER IX.
22Volume 2
47CHAPTER X.
23CHAPTER I.
48CHAPTER XI.
24CHAPTER II.
49CHAPTER XII.
25CHAPTER III.
50CHAPTER XIII.
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