Sir John Constantine
Memoirs of His Adventures At Home and Abroad and Particularly in the Island of Corsica: Beginning with the Year 1756By Arthur Quiller-Couch
Length11h 36m
About this audiobook
In 'Sir John Constantine', Arthur Quiller-Couch weaves an intricate tale set against the backdrop of a richly imagined world where myth intertwines with reality. The narrative unfolds through masterful prose that reflects Quiller-Couch'Äôs affinity for the lyrical and the dramatic, drawing the reader into a captivating exploration of heroism, fate, and the complexities of the human spirit. With its blend of historical context and elements of the supernatural, the book resonates with the traditions of romance and adventure, mirroring the literary currents of the early 20th century that sought to revive the epic and the fantastical. Arthur Quiller-Couch, a prominent figure in early modern British literature, was not only an academic but also an editor and critic. His deep knowledge of poetic form and narrative structure informs the dynamic storytelling found in 'Sir John Constantine'. His upbringing in Cornwall, rich with folklore and legend, undoubtedly influenced his conception of a heroic figure who navigates both personal and grand narratives, which reflect broader themes of honor and existential inquiry. Readers seeking a blend of adventure, philosophical contemplation, and lush prose will find 'Sir John Constantine' a rewarding journey. Quiller-Couch'Äôs profound ability to merge narrative depth with vivid imagery ensures that this book stands as a significant contribution to the genre of speculative fiction, inviting readers to ponder the nature of heroism in their own lives.
Audiobook details
GenreHistorical Fiction, Romance
Length11 hrs 36 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 10, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
2CHAPTER IV.: LONG VACATION.
3CHAPTER V.: THE SILENT MEN.
4CHAPTER VI.: HOW MY FATHER OUT OF NOTHING BUILT AN ARMY, AND IN FIVE MINUTES PLANNED AN INVASION.
5CHAPTER VII.: THE COMPANY OF THE ROSE.
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6CHAPTER VIII.: TRIBULATIONS OF A MAYOR
7CHAPTER IX.: I ENLIST AN ARMY.
8CHAPTER X.
9OF THE DISCOURSE HELD ON BOARD THE "GAUNTLET."
10MR. FETT'S STORY OF THE INTERRUPTED BETROTHAL.
11MY FATHER'S STORY OF THE SHIPWRECKED LOVERS.
12CHAPTER XI.
13WE FALL IN WITH A SALLEE ROVER.
14NAT FIENNES' SONG TO THE UNDISCOVERED LADY.
15CHAPTER XII.: HOW WE LANDED ON THE ISLAND.
16CHAPTER XIII.: HOW, WITHOUT FIGHTING, OUR ARMY WASTED BY ENCHANTMENT.
17CHAPTER XIV.: HOW BY MEANS OF HER SWINE I CAME TO CIRCE.
18CHAPTER XV.: I BECOME HOSTAGE TO THE PRINCESS CAMILLA.
19CHAPTER XVI.: THE FOREST HUT.
20CHAPTER XVII.: THE FIRST CHALLENGE.
21CHAPTER XVIII.: THE TENDER MERCIES OF PRINCE CAMILLO.
22CHAPTER XIX.: HOW MARC'ANTONIO NURSED ME AND GAVE ME COUNSEL.
23CHAPTER XX.: I LEARN OF LIBERTY, AND AM RESTORED TO IT.
24CHAPTER XXI.
25OF MY FATHER'S ANABASIS; AND THE DIFFERENT TEMPERS OF AN ENGLISH GENTLEMAN AND A WILD SHEEP OF CORSICA.
26BILLY PRISKE'S STORY OF MY FATHER'S CAMPAIGN.
27CHAPTER XXII.: THE GREAT ADVENTURE.
28CHAPTER XXIII.: ORDEAL AND CHOOSING.
29CHAPTER XXIV.: THE WOOING OF PRINCESS CAMILLA.
30CHAPTER XXV.: MY WEDDING DAY.
31CHAPTER XXVI.: THE FLAME AND THE ALTAR.
32CHAPTER XXVII.: MY MISTRESS RE-ENLISTS ME.
33CHAPTER XXVIII.
34GENOA.
35"THE GRAND DUCHESS AND HER THREE WOOERS."
36CHAPTER XXIX.: VENDETTA.
37CHAPTER XXX.: THE SUMMIT AND THE STARS.
38POSTSCRIPT.
39G.A.
40FINIS
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