Shining Ferry
Journey through love, betrayal, and redemption in a coastal town of vivid descriptions and unexpected twistsBy Arthur Quiller-Couch
Length7h 13m
About this audiobook
In "Shining Ferry," Arthur Quiller-Couch weaves a rich tapestry of early 20th-century Cornwall, exploring themes of love, longing, and the ineffable connection between humanity and nature. The narrative utilizes a lyrical prose style, enhanced by vivid imagery that evokes the stunning coastal landscape and a sense of nostalgia. Quiller-Couch deftly combines realism with elements of romantic idealism, offering readers a reflective exploration of the human condition, intertwined with mythical undertones that resonate throughout the lives of his characters. The book's literary context aligns with the broader modernist movement, yet maintains a distinct regional identity that further enriches its thematic depth. Arthur Quiller-Couch, a noted British author and scholar, was deeply connected to the Cornish landscape he portrayed in his writings. His experiences growing up in Cornwall influenced his lyrical depictions of the region's beauty and complexity. As an academic, he served as a professor of English literature at Cambridge, where his studies and intimate knowledge of various literary traditions informed his narrative techniques and character development in "Shining Ferry." This novel is highly recommended for readers who appreciate poetic prose and an exploration of the intersection between personal and natural landscapes. Quiller-Couch'Äôs masterful storytelling and rich characterization make "Shining Ferry" an enduring piece that deserves a place on the bookshelf of every admirer of regional literature.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 3.6 (56)
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GenreRomance, General Fiction
Length7 hrs 13 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 2, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
2CHAPTER V.: THE CLOSE OF A STEWARDSHIP.
3CHAPTER VI.: THE RAFTERS.
4CHAPTER VII.: THE HEIRS OF HALL.
5BOOK II.
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6CHAPTER VIII.: HESTER ARRIVES.
7CHAPTER IX.: MR. SAMUEL'S POLICY.
8CHAPTER X.: NUNCEY.
9CHAPTER XI.: HESTER IS ACCEPTED.
10CHAPTER XII.: THE OPENING DAY.
11CHAPTER XIII.: TOM TREVARTHEN INTERVENES.
12CHAPTER XIV.: MR. SAM IS MAGNANIMOUS.
13CHAPTER XV.: MYRA IN DISGRACE.
14BOOK III.
15CHAPTER XVI.
16AUNT BUTSON CLOSES SCHOOL.
17BLAST ALL EDUCATION!
18CHAPTER XVII.: PETER BENNY'S DISMISSAL.
19CHAPTER XVIII.: RIGHT OF FERRY.
20CHAPTER XIX.: THE INTERCEDERS.
21CHAPTER XX.: AN OUTBURST.
22CHAPTER XXI.: MR. BENNY GETS PROMOTION.
23CHAPTER XXII.: CLEM IS LOST TO MYRA.
24CHAPTER XXIII.: HESTER WRITES A LOVE-LETTER.
25CHAPTER XXIV.: THE RESCUE.
26CHAPTER XXV.: BUT TOM CAN WRITE.
27CHAPTER XXVI.: MESSENGERS.
28CHAPTER XXVII.: HOME.
29THE END.
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