Stretton
Exploring Victorian Society and Morality Through Kingsley's MasterpieceBy Henry Kingsley
Length16h 45m
About this audiobook
In "Stretton," Henry Kingsley crafts a compelling narrative that intertwines elements of adventure and introspection within the backdrop of Victorian England. The novel unfolds in the pastoral beauty of the English countryside, depicting the struggles of its protagonist, who grapples with the tensions between personal desire and societal expectations. Kingsley's prose is marked by vivid imagery and rich character development, echoing the literary techniques of his contemporary, Charles Dickens, while also reflecting the growing interest in social realism during this period. The exploration of class, nature, and the search for identity resonates throughout the text, evoking both the charm and challenges faced by individuals in a rapidly changing society. Henry Kingsley, brother of the renowned novelist Charles Kingsley, was steeped in the cultural and intellectual currents of his time. His experiences as a soldier in India and his deep admiration for the English landscape significantly influenced his writing. "Stretton" serves as an exploration of familial bonds and societal roles, partly reflecting Kingsley'Äôs own struggles with the expectations placed upon him and his desire for authenticity in life and literature. This novel is a vital read for those interested in Victorian literature and the complexities of human emotion. It not only showcases Kingsley'Äôs narrative prowess but also invites readers to ponder the broader implications of identity and belonging in an ever-transforming world.
Audiobook details
GenreLiterary Classics, Historical Fiction
Length16 hrs 45 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 9, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Chapter 1.
26Chapter 26.
2Chapter 2.
27Chapter 27.
3Chapter 3.
28Chapter 28.
4Chapter 4.
29Chapter 29.
5Chapter 5.
30Chapter 30.
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6Chapter 6.
31Chapter 31.
7Chapter 7.
32Chapter 32.
8Chapter 8.
33Chapter 33.
9Chapter 9.
34Chapter 34.
10Chapter 10.
35Chapter 35.
11Chapter 11.
36Chapter 36.
12Chapter 12.
37Chapter 37.
13Chapter 13.
38Chapter 38.
14Chapter 14.
39Chapter 39.
15Chapter 15.
40Chapter 40.
16Chapter 16.
41Chapter 41.
17Chapter 17.
42Chapter 42.
18Chapter 18.
43Chapter 43.
19Chapter 19.
44Chapter 44.
20Chapter 20.
45Chapter 45.
21Chapter 21.
46Chapter 46.
22Chapter 22.
47Chapter 47.
23Chapter 23.
48Chapter 48.
24Chapter 24.
49Chapter 49.
25Chapter 25.
50Chapter 50.
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