Length13h 47m
About this audiobook
In "My Lady Nobody," Maarten Maartens weaves together a tale of mistaken identity, love, and societal critique in 19th-century Dutch society. The narrative unfolds through the eyes of a well-meaning yet naive narrator who becomes embroiled in a web of social expectations and personal dilemmas. Maartens'Äô literary style is characterized by his deft use of irony and his keen observations of human nature, set against a backdrop that highlights the stark contrasts between social classes and their values. The lush prose is marked by psychological depth, revealing the inner workings of characters faced with moral challenges and the quest for authenticity in a superficial world. Maarten Maartens, the pen name of Jozef Albertz, was known for his keen insights into human behavior and societal norms, resulting from his diverse experiences working as a writer, playwright, and cultural commentator. Growing up in the Netherlands during a time of rapid change, he was acutely aware of the tensions between tradition and modernity, themes that resonate throughout "My Lady Nobody." His personal journey of navigating these complexities undoubtedly informed the layers of conflict and character development found in this novel. This book is essential for readers interested in exploring the intricacies of identity and societal roles within a rich historical context. Maartens'Äô sharp wit and elegant prose make this work a compelling and thought-provoking read, perfect for anyone who values literature that challenges conventional perspectives on love, identity, and social status.
Audiobook details
GenreRomance, Historical Fiction
Length13 hrs 47 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateMay 19, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER V
24CHAPTER XXVIII
2CHAPTER VI
25CHAPTER XXIX
3CHAPTER VII
26CHAPTER XXX
4CHAPTER VIII
27CHAPTER XXXI
5CHAPTER IX
28CHAPTER XXXII
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6CHAPTER X
29PART III.—CHAPTER XXXIII
7CHAPTER XI
30CHAPTER XXXIV
8CHAPTER XII
31CHAPTER XXXV
9CHAPTER XIII
32CHAPTER XXXVI
10CHAPTER XIV
33CHAPTER XXXVII
11CHAPTER XV
34CHAPTER XXXVIII
12CHAPTER XVI
35CHAPTER XXXIX
13PART II.—CHAPTER XVII
36CHAPTER XL
14CHAPTER XVIII
37CHAPTER XLI
15CHAPTER XIX
38CHAPTER XLII
16CHAPTER XX
39CHAPTER XLIII
17CHAPTER XXI
40CHAPTER XLIV
18CHAPTER XXII
41CHAPTER XLV
19CHAPTER XXIII
42CHAPTER XLVI
20CHAPTER XXIV
43CHAPTER XLVII
21CHAPTER XXV
44CHAPTER XLVIII
22CHAPTER XXVI
45CHAPTER XLIX
23CHAPTER XXVII
46FOOTNOTES:
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