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The Argus Pheasant
A Tale of Love, Loss, and Redemption in WWIIBy John Charles Beecham
Length6h 23m
About this audiobook
In "The Argus Pheasant," John Charles Beecham masterfully weaves a narrative imbued with rich symbolism and intricate character portrayals reflecting the themes of identity and transformation. The prose is both lyrical and evocative, drawing readers into the lush landscapes of the Southeast Asian milieu where the titular bird serves as a powerful metaphor for beauty and the search for belonging. Set against a backdrop of societal struggles, Beecham's work resonates with elements of magical realism, echoing the complexities of cultural intersectionality and personal evolution. John Charles Beecham, an accomplished writer and avid ornithologist, draws on his extensive travels and deep appreciation for avian life to inform this work. His fascination with the natural world, combined with an acute sensitivity to human emotion, positions him as a unique voice in contemporary literature. Beecham's background in environmental studies lends a sense of authenticity to his exploration of ecological themes within the human experience, enabling him to bridge the gap between nature and narrative. This book is a must-read for those interested in literature that challenges the boundaries of genre while offering profound insights into the human condition. Beecham's "The Argus Pheasant" invites readers to reflect on their own quests for meaning, making it a poignant addition to the thoughtful reader's collection.
Audiobook details
GenreRomance, Historical Fiction
Length6 hrs 23 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateApr 25, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
15CHAPTER XVIII: A Summons to Sadong
2CHAPTER V: Sachsen's Warning
16CHAPTER XIX: Koyala's Ultimatum
3CHAPTER VI: The Pirate League
17CHAPTER XX: Lkath's Conversion
4CHAPTER VII: Mynheer Muller Worries
18CHAPTER XXI: Captured by Pirates
5CHAPTER VIII: Koyala's Warning
19CHAPTER XXII: In The Temple
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6CHAPTER IX: The Long Arm of Ah Sing
20CHAPTER XXIII: Ah Sing's Vengeance
7CHAPTER X: Captain Carver Signs
21CHAPTER XXIV: A Rescue
8CHAPTER XI: Mynheer Muller's Dream
22CHAPTER XXV: The Fight on the Beach
9CHAPTER XII: Peter Gross's Reception
23CHAPTER XXVI: "To Half of My Kingdom—"
10CHAPTER XIII: A Fever Antidote
24CHAPTER XXVII: A Woman Scorned
11CHAPTER XIV: Koyala's Defiance
25CHAPTER XXVIII: The Attack on the Fort
12CHAPTER XV: The Council
26CHAPTER XXIX: A Woman's Heart
13CHAPTER XVI: Peter Gross's Pledge
27CHAPTER XXX
14CHAPTER XVII: The Poisoned Arrow
28The Governor's Promise: The End
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