Length8h 59m
About this audiobook
In "New Arabian Nights," Robert Louis Stevenson masterfully intertwines fantasy and reality, offering readers a captivating collection of stories that draw inspiration from the enchanting world of the original Arabian Nights. These fantastical tales, infused with Stevenson's signature flair for adventure and exploration, evoke a rich tapestry of exotic locales, daring quests, and moral quandaries. The literary style is characterized by elegant prose and vivid imagery, as Stevenson navigates the boundaries between the mundane and the extraordinary, crafting narratives that resonate with both whimsy and gravitas. The text is situated within the broader context of Victorian literature, where the fascination for the East and storytelling traditions flourished, reflecting a period of cultural exchange and narrative experimentation. Stevenson, a Scottish novelist, poet, and essayist, was deeply influenced by his childhood experiences and the literary currents of his time. His travels across the world, including time spent in the Pacific islands, imbued him with a vivid imagination and a longing for adventure. These personal journeys and his love for the oral storytelling tradition profoundly shaped his writing, as seen in the intricate plots and diverse characters in "New Arabian Nights." This book is highly recommended for readers seeking to immerse themselves in a world where the line between reality and fantasy blurs. The delightful blend of humor, intrigue, and moral lessons makes it an essential reading for fans of classic literature and those drawn to the timeless allure of adventure. Engage with Stevenson's imagination, and let the tales within inspire your own adventurous spirit.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 3.7 (1K)
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GenreLiterary Classics, Mystery and Thriller
Length8 hrs 59 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateSep 16, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1STORY OF THE PHYSICIAN AND THE SARATOGA TRUNK
2THE ADVENTURE OF THE HANSOM CABS
3STORY OF THE BANDBOX
4STORY OF THE YOUNG MAN IN HOLY ORDERS
5STORY OF THE HOUSE WITH THE GREEN BLINDS
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6THE ADVENTURE OF PRINCE FLORIZEL AND A DETECTIVE
7CHAPTER I TELLS HOW I CAMPED IN GRADEN SEA-WOOD, AND BEHELD A LIGHT IN THE PAVILION
8CHAPTER II TELLS OF THE NOCTURNAL LANDING FROM THE YACHT
9CHAPTER III TELLS HOW I BECAME ACQUAINTED WITH MY WIFE
10CHAPTER IV TELLS IN WHAT A STARTLING MANNER I LEARNED THAT I WAS NOT ALONE IN GRADEN SEA-WOOD
11CHAPTER V TELLS OF AN INTERVIEW BETWEEN NORTHMOUR, CLARA, AND MYSELF
12CHAPTER VI TELLS OF MY INTRODUCTION TO THE TALL MAN
13CHAPTER VII TELLS HOW A WORD WAS CRIED THROUGH THE PAVILION WINDOW
14CHAPTER VIII TELLS THE LAST OF THE TALL MAN
15CHAPTER IX TELLS HOW NORTHMOUR CARRIED OUT HIS THREAT
16A LODGING FOR THE NIGHT A STORY OF FRANCIS VILLON
17THE SIRE DE MALÊTROIT’S DOOR
18CHAPTER I
19CHAPTER II
20CHAPTER III
21CHAPTER IV
22CHAPTER V
23CHAPTER VI
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