How The Raven Died
Enriched edition. 1902, From "Wolfville Nights"By Alfred Henry Lewis
Length25m
About this audiobook
In "How The Raven Died," Alfred Henry Lewis crafts a gripping narrative that blends elements of crime, mystery, and social commentary. Set against the backdrop of a rapidly changing America in the early 20th century, Lewis explores complex themes of justice and morality through the lens of a compelling detective story. His literary style is marked by vivid characterization and sharp dialogue, showcasing a naturalism that echoes the influences of contemporaries like Theodore Dreiser and Frank Norris. The novel invites readers to engage not only with the plot but also with the moral quandaries faced by its characters, reflecting the societal tensions of the period. Alfred Henry Lewis, a prominent journalist and novelist of the early 1900s, was driven by a deep understanding of American society and its complexities. His extensive travel and investigative journalism provided rich material which informs the vivid depictions and sharp critiques found in his work. Lewis's interest in the darker aspects of human nature and his engagement with the theme of truth versus perception undoubtedly laid the foundation for the incisive narrative found in "How The Raven Died." This book is highly recommended for readers interested in early American literature, crime fiction, or those who seek a rich exploration of human morality within a narrative framework. Lewis's skillful storytelling not only entertains but also challenges readers to reflect on the ethical dimensions of justice, making it an essential read for those seeking depth in their literary engagements.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- 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
GenreAction and Adventure, Mystery and Thriller
Length25 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateMar 16, 2020
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
2How The Raven Died
3Memorable Quotes
More from Alfred Henry Lewis
The PresidentAlfred Henry Lewis11h 23m$2 · $0.00
When Men Grew Tall, or The Story of Andrew JacksonAlfred Henry Lewis5h 43m$2 · $0.00
Peggy O'NealAlfred Henry Lewis11h 23m3.4 (10)$2 · $0.00
The Apaches of New YorkAlfred Henry Lewis6h 41m3.6 (10)$1 · $0.00
The Boss, and How He Came to Rule New YorkAlfred Henry Lewis10h 28m3.4 (35)$1 · $0.00
Wolfville NightsAlfred Henry Lewis8h 49m$2 · $0.00
The Labyrinth of the SpiritsCarlos Ruiz Zafon27h 55m4.5 (77.2K)$53 · $0.00
Ship of the Line (Annotated)Cecil Louis Troughton Smith11h 13m4.6 (1K)$2 · $0.00
The Road to Gundagai (The Matilda Saga, #3)Jackie French12h 31m4.6 (1.2K)$33 · $0.00
TimelessR. A. Salvatore12h 30m4.5 (8K)$33 · $0.00
An Inside JobDaniel Silva9h 28m4.4 (26.3K)$29 · $0.00
The CommodoreP. T. Deutermann11h 53m4.5 (2.4K)$20 · $0.00
A Closed and Common OrbitBecky Chambers11h 30m4.4 (140.7K)$29 · $0.00
Thud!Terry Pratchett10h 31m4.4 (112.6K)$8 · $0.00
All Quiet on the Western Front (Annotated)Erich Maria Remarque8h 34m4.4 (12.9K)$1.99 · $0.00
Crime and punishmentFyodor Dostoevsky22h 34m4.4 (1.3M)$3 · $0.00
Exit FeeBrad Taylor3h 16m4.5 (1.9K)$18 · $0.00
The Alice NetworkKate Quinn15h 7m4.4 (887.1K)$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
A Darkness ReturnsRaymond E. Feist19h 29m4.4 (1.9K)$40 · $0.00
THE VALLEY OF SILENT MEN (Annotated)James Oliver Curwood8h 25m4.5 (420)$2 · $0.00
West of the TularosaLouis L’Amour5h 53m4.4 (3.6K)$20 · $0.00
The Emperor's FistJay Allan8h 37m4.5 (272)$26 · $0.00
The Amazing Interlude (Annotated)Mary Roberts Rinehart8h 42m4.5 (365)$1.99 · $0.00
Hornblower and the Hotspur (Annotated)C. S. Forester14h 7m4.4 (17.3K)$2 · $0.00
Shades of WickedJeaniene Frost8h 51m4.4 (19.5K)$29 · $0.00
The Labyrinth of the SpiritsCarlos Ruiz Zafon27h 55m4.5 (77.2K)$53 · $0.00
Olympic Mountain PursuitJodie Bailey5h 55m4.6 (638)$12 · $0.00
Glen AffricKarine Giebel22h 51m4.5 (3.2K)$46 · $0.00
Deadly Badlands PursuitSharee Stover5h 53m4.6 (361)$12 · $0.00
Crime and Punishment (The Unabridged Garnett Translation) (Annotated)Fyodor Dostoevsky24h 25m4.5 (15.4K)$1.99 · $0.00
Three ComradesErich Maria Remarque15h 50m4.5 (47.3K)$2 · $0.00
AngelAnita Waller10h 30m4.6 (672)$30 · $0.00
The BorderDon Winslow29h 8m4.5 (35.7K)$53 · $0.00
FlashpointCatherine Coulter11h 38m4.5 (11.6K)$29 · $0.00
The Man in the Brown Suit & They Came to BaghdadAgatha Christie15h 43m4.6 (495)$33 · $0.00
Fang Si-Chi's First Love ParadiseYi-Han Lin8h 25m4.5 (4K)$26 · $0.00
The Rose CodeKate Quinn16h 2m4.4 (493.7K)$33 · $0.00
No Woman Left BehindJulie Moffett8h 49m4.5 (3K)$25 · $0.00
CovertJanie Crouch6h 15m4.5 (2K)$12 · $0.00
Cold Case InvestigationNicole Helm5h 30m4.6 (321)$5 · $0.00
The ReunionJana DeLeon6h 31m4.5 (1.6K)$12 · $0.00
Courage Under FireSharon Dunn5h 50m4.5 (730)$24 · $0.00
Decoding the TruthJulie Miller7h 31m4.6 (350)$12 · $0.00
Murder Gone ColdB.J. Daniels5h 50m4.5 (562)$12 · $0.00
Crime and PunishmentFyodor Mikhailovich Dostoevsky22h 22m4.4 (1.3M)$0.60 · $0.00
You may also like
The Adventures of Tom SawyerMark Twain7h 51m4.1 (1.1M)$4 · $0.00
Read on ArrivalNora Page9h 52m4.0 (707)$20
Devil’s DayAndrew Michael Hurley10h 44m3.5 (4K)$20
Moonfleet (Annotated)J. Meade Falkner9h 3m4.2 (7.9K)$2 · $0.00
The Adventures of Tom SawyerMark Twain7h 57m4.1 (1.1M)$1.20 · $0.00
The Headless Horseman (Horror Classic)Mayne Reid25h 7m4.2 (10.3K)$1.99 · $0.00
The Adventures of Tom SawyerMark Twain7h 52m4.1 (1.1M)$1.80 · $0.00
Wolfville NightsAlfred Henry Lewis8h 49m$2 · $0.00
The Headless Horseman (Annotated)Mayne Reid24h 16m4.4 (230)$1.20 · $0.00
The Five KnotsFred M. White7h 56m$2 · $0.00
Guns and Snowshoes; Or, the Winter Outing of the Young HuntersEdward Stratemeyer5h 14m$2.30 · $0.00
Stories of the Golden West, Book 3Jon Tuska, Louis L’Amour, Zane Grey, Max Brand9h 10m4.2 (216)$20
The Happy FamilyB. M. Bower7h 5m3.9 (51)$7 · $0.00
Showdown in Gun TownLauran Paine4h 50m4.2 (206)$15 · $0.00
MAX BRAND Ultimate Collection: 90+ Novels & Short Stories (Including Western Classics, Historical Novels, Adventure Tales & Detective Mysteries) (Annotated)Max Brand, Frederick Schiller Faust429h 35m4.5 (22)$2 · $0.00
The Lightning WarriorMax Brand8h 57m4.1 (32)$2 · $0.00
The Strange Story of Harper's Ferry, with Legends of the Surrounding CountryJoseph Barry6h 11m3.4 (38)$2 · $0.00
The SpiderArthur O. Friel57m$1 · $0.00
Short Stories. Early October, 1923Various14h 31m$1 · $0.00
Gunsight Pass (Annotated)William MacLeod Raine10h 1m$2 · $0.00