Seth's Brother's Wife: A Study of Life in the Greater New York
By Harold Frederic
Length10h 42m
About this audiobook
In "Seth's Brother's Wife: A Study of Life in the Greater New York," Harold Frederic deftly navigates the complexities of early 20th-century American life through a narrative rich with emotional depth. Set against the backdrop of an evolving urban landscape, this novel explores the struggles of its protagonist, Seth, as he confronts familial loyalty, unrequited love, and societal expectations. Frederic employs a naturalistic style, vividly depicting the tensions between personal desires and social conventions, while using sharp dialogue and a deeply evocative setting to capture the spirit of the era. Harold Frederic, an American writer renowned for his portrayal of life in the Northeastern United States, infused his own experiences as a correspondent in New York City into this novel. His keen observations of the city's dynamics reflect an intimate understanding of human relationships within the bustling metropolis, reflecting the transitional nature of American society at the time. Frederic's background in journalism informs his precise and realistic narrative style, offering readers a compelling glimpse into the lives of those navigating the complexities of urban existence. This book is highly recommended for those interested in American literature and the social conditions of the late 19th century. Frederic's vivid storytelling and incisive character studies invite readers to both reflect on and immerse themselves in the intricate tapestry of life within Greater New York, making it a significant work for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of American cultural history.
Audiobook details
GenreHistorical Fiction, General Fiction
Length10 hrs 42 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateSep 16, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1MY MOTHER
19CHAPTER XVIII.—BOLTING THE TICKET.
2CHAPTER I.—THE HIRED FOLK.
20CHAPTER XIX.—THE WELCOME.
3CHAPTER II.—THE STORY OF LEMUEL.
21CHAPTER XX.—THE NIGHT: THE BROTHERS.
4CHAPTER III.—AUNT SABRINA.
22CHAPTER XXI.—THE NIGHT: MASTER AND MAN.
5CHAPTER IV.—THE TWO YOUNG WOMEN.
23CHAPTER XXII.—THE NIGHT: THE LOVERS.
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6CHAPTER V.—THE FUNERAL.
24CHAPTER XXIII.—THE CONVENTION: THE BOSS.
7CHAPTER VI.—IN THE NAME OF THE FAMILY.
25CHAPTER XXIV.—THE CONVENTION: THE NEWS.
8CHAPTER VII.—THE THREE BROTHERS.
26CHAPTER XXV.—“YOU THOUGHT I DID IT!”
9CHAPTER VIII.—ALBERT’S PLANS.
27CHAPTER XXVI.—THE CORONER.
10CHAPTER IX.—AT “M’TILDY’s” BEDSIDE.
28CHAPTER XXVII.—ANNIE AND ISABEL.
11CHAPTER X.—THE FISHING PARTY.
29CHAPTER XXVIII.—BETWEEN THE BREAD-PAN AND THE CHURN.
12CHAPTER XI.—ON THE THRESHOLD OF THE WORLD.
30CHAPTER XXIX.—THE BOSS LOOKS INTO THE MATTER.
13CHAPTER XII.—THE SANCTUM.
31CHAPTER XXX.—JOHN’S DELICATE MISSION.
14CHAPTER XIII.—THIRTEEN MONTHS OF IT.
32CHAPTER XXXI.—MILTON’S ASPIRATIONS.
15CHAPTER XIV.—BACK ON THE FARM.
33CHAPTER XXXII.—“A WICKED WOMAN!”
16CHAPTER XV.—MR. RICHARD ANSDELL.
34CHAPTER XXXIII.—THE SHERIFF ASSISTS.
17CHAPTER XVI.—DEAR ISABEL.
35CHAPTER XXXIV.—AT “M’TILDY’S” BEDSIDE AGAIN.
18CHAPTER XVII.—AN UPWARD LEAP.
36THE END.
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