
Mature
Length7h 45m
About this audiobook
Arthur Frederick Wallis's "Idonia" is a richly woven narrative that plunges readers into the heart of an exquisite yet turbulent world, where personal discovery meets societal turmoil. Wallis's literary style blends lyrical prose with deep introspection, navigating themes of identity, belonging, and the human condition against a backdrop of evocative landscapes and complex character dynamics. The story's intricate plot, while engaging, reflects the existential dilemmas faced by its characters, drawing upon literary traditions that resonate with both romantic and modernist influences. Wallis, an author acclaimed for his keen psychological insight and sociocultural commentary, brings a unique perspective to this novel, shaped by his lifelong interest in philosophy and human psychology. His experiences in various cultures and his extensive reading have informed his understanding of the human psyche, imbuing "Idonia" with layers of meaning that reveal the struggles and triumphs of individuals within their social contexts. "Idonia" is a compelling read for those who appreciate literature that challenges the mind and stirs the soul. It invites readers to reflect on their own journeys of self-discovery amidst the intricate tapestry of society, making it a profound and enlightening experience.
Audiobook details
GenreRomance, Historical Fiction
Length7 hrs 45 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 20, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
14CHAPTER XV: IN WHICH I BEGIN TO EARN MY LIVING
2CHAPTER V: PRINCIPALLY TELLS HOW SIR MATTHEW JUKE WAS CAST AWAY UPON THE HEBRIDES
15CHAPTER XVI: THE SIEGE OF PETTY WALES
3CHAPTER VI: HOW THE OLD SCHOLAR AND I CAME TO LONDON
16CHAPTER XVII: HOW I FOUND AN OLD FRIEND IN A STRANGE PLACE, AND HOW PTOLEMY RENEWED HIS STUDY OF THE LATIN TONGUE
4CHAPTER VII: IN WHICH I CONCEIVE A DISLIKE OF AN EARL'S SERVANT AND AN AFFECTION FOR A MAN OF LAW
17CHAPTER XVIII: IN WHICH I RECEIVE A COMMISSION AND SUFFER A CHECK
5CHAPTER VIII: A CHAPTER OF CHEATS
18CHAPTER XIX
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6CHAPTER IX: TELLS HOW I CHANGED MY LODGING AND LOST MY MARE
19IN WHICH I COME TO GRIPS WITH MR. MALPAS
7CHAPTER X: HOW I SAW AN ENEMY AT THE WINDOW
20"You cannot be ignorant that this affair is like to end badly for you, Mr. Denis." Chapter XIX
8CHAPTER XI: IS SUFFICIENT IN THAT IT TELLS OF IDONIA
21CHAPTER XX: THE ADVENTURE OF THE CHINESE JAR
9CHAPTER XII
22CHAPTER XXI: THE "FAIR HAVEN" OF WAPPING
10HOW MR. JORDAN COULD NOT RUN COUNTER TO THE COURSE OF NATURE
23CHAPTER XXII: HOW MY UNCLE BOTOLPH LOST HIS LUCK
11Mr. Jordan regarded me very mournfully. Chapter XII
24CHAPTER XXIII: THE VOYAGE OF THE SARACEN'S HEAD
12CHAPTER XIII: PETTY WALES
25CHAPTER XXIV: THE TEMPLE BENEATH THE WATERS
13CHAPTER XIV: HOW IDONIA TAUGHT ME AND A CAPTAIN OF THE GUARD HOW TO KEEP BOOKS
26CHAPTER XXV: IW WHICH THE SHIPS OF WAR GO BY AND THE TALE ENDS