One Maid's Mischief
A Spirited Maid's Victorian Adventure of Humor, Romance, and SuspenseBy George Manville Fenn
Length21h 7m
About this audiobook
In "One Maid's Mischief," George Manville Fenn delivers a delightful exploration of youthful mischief and social dynamics within Victorian society. The narrative unfolds through the lens of its spirited protagonist, a young maid whose playful antics provoke unexpected complications among the household and beyond. Fenn's vivid characterizations and engaging prose capture the nuances of class relations, the role of women, and the tensions of a rapidly changing society. The book is rich with humor and irony, revealing the underlying social commentary that resonates with the complexities of human behavior and moral dilemmas. Fenn, born into a working-class family and later becoming a successful author, drew from his experiences in the lower echelons of British society. His understanding of social stratification and the female experience in the 19th century undoubtedly informed the authentic and relatable voice of the protagonist in "One Maid's Mischief." Fenn's background as a schoolteacher and naturalist also contributes to the depth of his storytelling, infusing his works with keen observations about both nature and human relationships. This novel is highly recommended for readers interested in Victorian literature, social satire, and stories that deftly balance humor with thoughtful commentary. Fenn's engaging narrative and richly drawn characters invite readers to reflect on both the follies of youth and the societal constraints of their time, making "One Maid's Mischief" a rewarding read.
Audiobook details
GenreRomance, Historical Fiction
Length21 hrs 7 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 6, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
47Volume Two—Chapter Fifteen.: Chumbley’s Coolness.
2"One Maid's Mischief"
48Volume Two—Chapter Sixteen.: At Fault Again.
3Volume One—Chapter One.: One of her Victims.
49Volume Two—Chapter Seventeen.: Becoming Humbled.
4Volume One—Chapter Two.: A Dangerous Visitor.
50Volume Two—Chapter Eighteen.: Doctor Bolter Makes Plans.
5Volume One—Chapter Three.: The Young Ladies.
51Volume Two—Chapter Nineteen.: Dr Bolter Takes a Holiday.
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6Volume One—Chapter Four.: Dr Bolter’s Question.
52Volume Two—Chapter Twenty.: Murad’s Slave.
7Volume One—Chapter Five.: A Very Nice Little Woman.
53Volume Two—Chapter Twenty One.: The Inche Maida at Home.
8Volume One—Chapter Six.: Visitors at the Rectory.
54Volume Two—Chapter Twenty Two.: “Our Position Is Absurd.”
9Volume One—Chapter Seven.: A Lesson in Botany.
55Volume Two—Chapter Twenty Three.: Why Chumbley was Brought.
10Volume One—Chapter Eight.: Helen’s Discovery.
56Volume Two—Chapter Twenty Four.: A Night of Terror.
11Volume One—Chapter Nine.: “I am Forty-Four.”
57Volume Two—Chapter Twenty Five.: A Desperate Appeal.
12Volume One—Chapter Ten.: Miss Rosebury Speaks Seriously.
58Volume Two—Chapter Twenty Six.: Escaped by Accident.
13Volume One—Chapter Eleven.: A Difficulty Solved.
59Volume Two—Chapter Twenty Seven.: A Desperate Attempt.
14Volume One—Chapter Twelve.: Playing the Card.
60Volume Two—Chapter Twenty Eight.: Murad at Home.
15Volume One—Chapter Thirteen.: On the Voyage.
61Volume Two—Chapter Twenty Nine.: At Bay.
16Volume One—Chapter Fourteen.: A Troublesome Charge.
62Volume Three—Chapter One.: Chumbley’s Idea.
17Volume One—Chapter Fifteen.: Lieutenant Chumbley.
63Volume Three—Chapter Two.: A Search for Gold.
18Volume One—Chapter Sixteen.: A Dangerous Creature.
64Volume Three—Chapter Three.: A Time of Trial.
19Volume One—Chapter Seventeen.: Doctor Bolter’s Theory.
65Volume Three—Chapter Four.: More Treachery.
20Volume One—Chapter Eighteen.: Helen Perowne at Home.
66Volume Three—Chapter Five.: Trying for a Change.
21Volume One—Chapter Nineteen.: Signs of the Times.
67Volume Three—Chapter Six.: In Time of Peril.
22Volume One—Chapter Twenty.: A Proposal.
68Volume Three—Chapter Seven.: Light in Darkness.
23Volume One—Chapter Twenty One.: Taking Alarm.
69Volume Three—Chapter Eight.: A Faithful Ally.
24Volume One—Chapter Twenty Two.: Mrs Bolter at Home.
70Volume Three—Chapter Nine.: Another Escape.
25Volume One—Chapter Twenty Three.: A Little Cloud.
71Volume Three—Chapter Ten.: Hamet.
26Volume One—Chapter Twenty Four.: The Pains of a Princess.
72Volume Three—Chapter Eleven.: Through the Wilds.
27Volume One—Chapter Twenty Five.: Lieutenant Chumbley’s Thoughts.
73Volume Three—Chapter Twelve.: Doctor Bolter’s Spirit.
28Volume One—Chapter Twenty Six.: Up the River.
74Volume Three—Chapter Thirteen.: Medical Aid.
29Volume One—Chapter Twenty Seven.: The Forest Banquet.
75Volume Three—Chapter Fourteen.: Preparing for a Start.
30Volume One—Chapter Twenty Eight.: After the Feast.
76Volume Three—Chapter Fifteen.: Jeopardy.
31Volume One—Chapter Twenty Nine.: Later On.
77Volume Three—Chapter Sixteen.: Blind as a Mole—is said to be.
32Volume One—Chapter Thirty.: The Return Party.
78Volume Three—Chapter Seventeen.: A Question of Escape.
33Volume Two—Chapter One.: Strange Behaviour.
79Volume Three—Chapter Eighteen.: “I Wish you Success.”
34Volume Two—Chapter Two.: Missing.
80Volume Three—Chapter Nineteen.: Labour in Vain.
35Volume Two—Chapter Three.: In the Middle of the Night.
81Volume Three—Chapter Twenty.: Riches Take to Themselves Wings.
36Volume Two—Chapter Four.: Mrs Barlow.
82Volume Three—Chapter Twenty One.: The Fire Burns Again.
37Volume Two—Chapter Five.: A New Phase.
83Volume Three—Chapter Twenty Two.: Help in Need.
38Volume Two—Chapter Six.: A Prince’s Anger.
84Volume Three—Chapter Twenty Three.: The Return to Sindang.
39Volume Two—Chapter Seven.: No False Scent.
85Volume Three—Chapter Twenty Four.: Neil Harley’s Prophecy.
40Volume Two—Chapter Eight.: Danger Ahead.
86Volume Three—Chapter Twenty Five.: The Summons.
41Volume Two—Chapter Nine.: A Supplement to a Strange Evening.
87Volume Three—Chapter Twenty Six.: More Mating.
42Volume Two—Chapter Ten.: Plus.
88Volume Three—Chapter Twenty Seven.: For Another Search.
43Volume Two—Chapter Eleven.: A Floating Captivity.
89Volume Three—Chapter Twenty Eight.: A Find—Not Gold.
44Volume Two—Chapter Twelve.: A Bird in a Cage.
90Volume Three—Chapter Twenty Nine.: Amok!
45Volume Two—Chapter Thirteen.: Helen’s Tirewomen.
91Volume Three—Chapter Thirty.: The Rajah at Home.
46Volume Two—Chapter Fourteen.: Another Prisoner.
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