That Stick
Navigating Moral Dilemmas in Rural Victorian EnglandBy Charlotte M. Yonge
Length8h
About this audiobook
In "That Stick," Charlotte M. Yonge weaves a rich narrative that explores themes of childhood innocence, moral dilemmas, and the transformative power of simple objects. The story, set against a backdrop of Victorian England, employs a vivid, descriptive literary style characteristic of 19th-century realism. Yonge skillfully crafts her characters' internal struggles through dialogue and subtle action, painting a picture of a society grappling with rapid change as it clings to traditional values. The use of a seemingly mundane object'Äîthe stick'Äîserves as a pivotal symbol, illustrating how the simplest things can provoke profound reflections on ethics and relationships. Charlotte M. Yonge was a prominent Victorian novelist and a pioneer in children'Äôs literature, with a keen interest in the moral education of young readers. Her upbringing in a devout Anglican family instilled in her a deep sense of duty and morality, which became foundational in her literary creations. Yonge's commitment to developing a Christian ethos within her works reflects her desire to provide ethical guidance to young readers in an increasingly secular world. "That Stick" is an essential read for anyone interested in Victorian literature, moral storytelling, and the evolution of children's narratives. Yonge'Äôs ability to imbue ordinary experiences with extraordinary insights makes this book a thought-provoking exploration for both young and adult audiences alike, prompting meaningful contemplation on the nature of goodness and the consequences of choice.
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Rating★★★★ 3.6 (70)
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GenreChristian & Inspirational, Historical Fiction
Length8 hrs
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 10, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER I HONOURS
2CHAPTER II HONOURS REFLECTED
3CHAPTER III WHAT IS HONOUR?
4CHAPTER IV HONOURS WANING
5CHAPTER V THE PEER
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6CHAPTER VI THE WEIGHT OF HONOURS
7CHAPTER VII MORTONS AND MANNERS
8CHAPTER VIII SECOND THOUGHTS
9CHAPTER IX THE HEIR-PRESUMPTUOUS
10CHAPTER X COMING HONOURS
11CHAPTER XI POSSESSION
12CHAPTER XII THE BURTHEN OF HONOURS
13CHAPTER XIII THE DOWER HOUSE
14CHAPTER XIV WESTHAVEN VERSIONS OF HONOURS
15CHAPTER XV THE PIED ROOK
16CHAPTER XVI WHAT IS REST?
17CHAPTER XVII ON THE SURFACE
18CHAPTER XVIII DESDICHADO
19CHAPTER XIX THE DOLOMITES
20CHAPTER XX RATZES
21CHAPTER XXI THE HEIR-APPARENT
22CHAPTER XXII OUT OF JOINT
23CHAPTER XXIII VELVET
24CHAPTER XXIV THE REVENGE OF SORDID SPIRITS
25CHAPTER XXV THE LOVE
26CHAPTER XXVI IDA’S WARNING
27CHAPTER XXVII THE YOUNG PRETENDER
28CHAPTER XXVIII TWO BUNDLES OF HAY
29CHAPTER XXIX JONES OR RATTLER
30CHAPTER XXX SCARLET FEVER
31CHAPTER XXXI MITE
32CHAPTER XXXII A SHOCK
33CHAPTER XXXIII DARKNESS
34CHAPTER XXXIV THE PHANTOM OF THE STATION
35CHAPTER XXXV THE QUEST
36CHAPTER XXXVI IDA’S CONFESSION
37CHAPTER XXXVII HOPE
38CHAPTER XXXVIII THE CLUE
39CHAPTER XXXIX THE HONOURABLE PAUPER
40CHAPTER XL JOY WELL-NIGH INCREDIBLE
41CHAPTER XLI THE CANADIAN NORTHMOOR
42CHAPTER XLII HUMBLE PIE
43CHAPTER XLIII THE STAFF
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