Saint Abe and His Seven Wives
A Tale of Salt Lake City, with a Bibliographical NoteBy Robert Williams Buchanan
Length3h 18m
About this audiobook
In "Saint Abe and His Seven Wives," Robert Williams Buchanan crafts a captivating narrative that melds elements of social commentary with sharp satirical wit. Set against the backdrop of Victorian England, the novel explores themes of love, morality, and the complexities of human relationships through the lens of its eponymous character, Abe, who navigates the tumultuous waters of polygamy in a society grappling with rigid moral codes. Buchanan's literary style oscillates between rich, lyrical prose and biting humor, cleverly critiquing societal norms while offering a deep, introspective look into the lives of its multifaceted characters. Buchanan, a prominent figure in the literary landscape of the late 19th century, was not only a novelist but also a poet and playwright. His diverse experiences as a writer'Äîincluding his encounters with various social movements and personal disillusionments'Äîsupply a unique perspective that informs this novel. Buchanan's fervent interest in societal issues and his own struggles with conventionalism undoubtedly inspired the nuanced exploration of love and marriage depicted in this work. "Saint Abe and His Seven Wives" is a thought-provoking read that will appeal to those interested in the intricacies of human relationships and the critique of societal expectations. Readers seeking a blend of humor and philosophy should not miss this brilliantly crafted tale that resonates with timeless questions about love and morality.
Audiobook details
GenreHumor
Length3 hrs 18 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateMay 19, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1ST. ABE AND HIS SEVEN WIVES
26BISHOP JOSS.
2APPROACHING UTAH.—THE BOSS'S TALE.
27BISHOP JOSS'S OWN DOMESTIC SYSTEM.
3I—PASSING THE HANCHE.
28BISHOP PETE.
4II—JOE WILSON GOES A-COURTING.
29BISHOP JOSS.
5III—SAINT AND DISCIPLE.
30BISHOP PETE.
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6IV—THE BOOK OF MORMON.
31BISHOP JOSS.
7V—JOE ENDS HIS STORY.—FIRST GLIMPSE OF UTAH.
32WITHIN THE CITY.—SAINT ABE AND THE SEVEN.
8THE CITY OF THE SAINTS.
33III—PROMENADE—MAIN STREET, UTAH.
9AMONG THE PASTURES.—SUMMER EVENING DIALOGUE.
34THE STRANGER.
10BISHOP PETE, BISHOP JOSS, STRANGER.
35A LOUNGER
11BISHOP PETE.
36VOICES.
12BISHOP JOSS.
37STRANGER
13STRANGER.
38A BISHOP
14BISHOP PETE.
39SECOND BISHOP
15BISHOP JOSS.
40VOICES.
16STRANGER.
41A GIRL
17BISHOP JOSS.
42ANOTHER
18BISHOP PETE.
43FIRST GIRL
19STRANGER.
44SECOND GIRL
20BISHOP JOSS.
45FIRST GIRL
21BISHOP PETE.
46SECOND GIRL
22BISHOP JOSS
47FIRST GIRL
23STRANGER.
48STRANGER
24BISHOP JOSS.
49VOICES
25STRANGER.
50ABE CLEWSON
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