In the Wonderful Land of Hez; or, The Mystery of the Fountain of Youth
By Cornelius Shea
Length3h 54m
About this audiobook
In the Wonderful Land of Hez; or, The Mystery of the Fountain of Youth is a captivating exploration of fantasy, adventure, and the perennial human quest for immortality. Cornelius Shea employs a vivid narrative style that weaves together fantastical elements with an intricate plot that reflects the curiosity and charm of early 20th-century literature. The book draws heavily on the tropes of adventure fiction, reminiscent of works by Edgar Rice Burroughs and the tradition of American pulp fiction, while also infusing a distinct sensibility that questions the very nature of youth and the consequences of pursuing eternal life. Cornelius Shea, with a background steeped in the rich tapestry of American literature and a fascination with mythological themes, creates a world that mirrors both fantastical aspiration and philosophical inquiry. His own experiences and the cultural zeitgeist of the early 1900s inform his narrative, allowing him to blend myth with modernity. Shea's literary career showcases his ability to craft engaging tales that resonate with the deeper existential dilemmas faced by humanity. This book is a must-read for enthusiasts of fantasy and adventure, as well as for those intrigued by profound questions about existence and youth. Readers will find themselves immersed in Shea's richly constructed universe, yearning alongside the characters, and contemplating the implications of their fateful quest.
Audiobook details
GenreFantasy, Fairy Tales and Folklore
Length3 hrs 54 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateSep 16, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER I. AN ECCENTRIC COUPLE.
13CHAPTER XIII. BALLOTING FOR HUSBANDS.
2CHAPTER II. AN ACCEPTED PROPOSITION.
14CHAPTER XIV. AZURMA SUFFERS THE PENALTY OF HER CRIME.
3CHAPTER III. THE STONE CUBE AND THE OBELISK.
15CHAPTER XV. THE NAZTECS AND THEIR PRISONERS.
4CHAPTER IV. WHERE THE STAIRS LED TO.
16CHAPTER XVI. DICK AND THE QUEEN IN PERIL.
5CHAPTER V. THE DANCE OF DEATH.
17CHAPTER XVII. AZURMA AND THE NAZTECS.
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6CHAPTER VI. “ESTO PERPETUA.”
18CHAPTER XVIII. WHAT HAPPENED TO DICK AND QUEEN OLIVE.
7CHAPTER VII. THE LEGEND OF HEZ.
19CHAPTER XIX. LEO WEDS, AFTER ALL.
8CHAPTER VIII. DICK VINCEY AND THE QUEEN.
20CHAPTER XX. MANUFACTURING A CANNON.
9CHAPTER IX. THE DEVIL’S KINGDOM.
21CHAPTER XXI. THE EARTHQUAKE SHOCK.
10CHAPTER X. IN THE BOWELS OF THE EARTH.
22CHAPTER XXII. FREEDOM AT LAST.
11CHAPTER XI. AZURMA’S SEARCH.
23CHAPTER XXIII. OUT OF THE EVERGLADES.
12CHAPTER XII. AZURMA FINDS LEO.
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