
Renny's Daughter
Whiteoaks of JalnaBy Mazo de la RocheLength13h 35m
About this audiobook
In "Renny's Daughter," Mazo de la Roche weaves a poignant narrative that intricately explores themes of identity, familial expectations, and the challenges of personal freedom within a tightly woven tapestry of Canadian rural life. The novel is marked by de la Roche's masterful prose, which captures both the lush landscapes and the emotional landscapes of her characters. Set against the backdrop of the fictional Jalna estate, this work stands as a continuation of her esteemed 'Jalna' series, delving into the lives and legacies of the Whiteoaks family, each character vibrantly portrayed with depth and nuance. Mazo de la Roche, born in 1879 in Newmarket, Ontario, experienced a unique blend of privilege and isolation that significantly influenced her writing. Her fascination with complex family dynamics and the spaces they inhabit is partly drawn from her own upbringing, and her successful integration of rural Canadian settings with universal themes has distinguished her in literary circles. Renny's Daughter reflects de la Roche's own struggles with her artistic identity, showcasing a profound understanding of generational ties and the burden of heritage. This richly layered novel is recommended for avid readers of classic Canadian literature and those who appreciate a strong sense of place combined with deep psychological portraits. De la Roche's lyrical writing invites you to immerse yourself in the lives of the Whiteoaks and relive their triumphs and tribulations, making "Renny's Daughter" an essential addition to the literary canon.
Audiobook details
GenreGeneral Fiction, Historical Fiction
Length13 hrs 35 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateAug 1, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1I
26ARRIVAL
2STIRRINGS OF SPRING
27XIV
3II
28LOVE'S PROGRESS
4THE COUSINS
29XV
5III
30FITZTURGIS AT HOME
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6A TRIO AT HOME
31XVI
7IV
32WORDS WITH MAURICE
8HUMPHREY BELL
33XVII
9V
34MOUNTING ANGER AND LOVE
10THE EVENING
35XVIII
11VI
36JULY BLAZE
12"SOBER AND INDUSTRIOUS"
37XIX
13VII
38WHAT CAME AFTER
14THE CONCERT PIANIST
39XX
15VIII
40VARIOUS SCENES
16IN THE BASEMENT KITCHEN
41XXI
17IX
42ERNEST SLEEPS
18THIS WAY AND THAT
43XXII
19X
44OFF TO LONDON
20GOOD-BYE
45XXIII
21XI
46LONDON
22THREE ON A JOURNEY
47XXIV
23XII
48MEETING
24BACK AT VAUGHANLANDS
49XXV
25XIII
50RETURN TO JALNA