The Astonishing History of Troy Town
Love, Betrayal, and Society in a Fictional TownBy Arthur Quiller-Couch
Length5h 42m
About this audiobook
In "The Astonishing History of Troy Town," Arthur Quiller-Couch deftly weaves a rich tapestry of narrative that blends folklore, history, and social commentary. Set in the fictional Cornish village of Troy Town, the novel unfolds through a series of vignettes that reveal the lives, dreams, and follies of its eclectic inhabitants. Quiller-Couch'Äôs style is marked by his lyrical prose and keen attention to the nuances of local dialect, which immerse the reader in the texture of rural Cornish life. This gem of early 20th-century literature exemplifies the author's preoccupation with regional identity, drawing on the mythos of ancient Troy to explore themes of aspiration and disillusionment amidst the backdrop of post-Victorian societal changes. Arthur Quiller-Couch, a prominent figure in English literature, was not only a novelist but also a literary critic and scholar whose academic pursuits deeply informed his writing. His elevation of local stories and concerns reflects his belief in the necessity of regional literature, which he championed throughout his career. Quiller-Couch'Äôs attachment to Cornwall, where he was born and raised, provides a profound authenticity to the rich cultural landscape depicted in this novel. Readers seeking an engaging exploration of community and human folly will find "The Astonishing History of Troy Town" both delightful and thought-provoking. With its unique blend of whimsical characters and poignant observations, this book invites reflection on the nature of belonging and the search for meaning in everyday life. It is a must-read for those interested in regional literature and the intricacies of the human experience.
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Rating★★★ 3.3 (39)
Includes Goodreads
GenreRomance, Historical Fiction
Length5 hrs 42 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 27, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER V.
2HOW AN ABSENT-MINDED MAN, THAT HATED WOMEN, TOOK A HOUSE BY THE WATER-SIDE, AND LIVED THEREIN WITH ONE SERVANT.
3CHAPTER VI.
4HOW CERTAIN TROJANS CLIMBED A WALL OUT OF CURIOSITY; AND OF A CHARWOMAN THAT COULD GIVE NO INFORMATION.
5CHAPTER VII.
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6OF A LADY THAT HAD A MUSICAL VOICE, BUT USED IT TO DECEIVE.
7CHAPTER VIII.
8HOW A CREW, THAT WOULD SAIL ON A WASHING-DAY, WAS SHIPWRECKED: WITH AN ADVERTISEMENT AGAINST WOMEN.
9CHAPTER IX.
10OF A TOWN THAT WOULD LAUGH AT THE GREAT. AND HOW A DULL COMPANY WAS CURED BY AN IRISH SONG.
11CHAPTER X.
12OF ONE EXCURSION AND MANY ALARUMS.
13CHAPTER XI.
14OF A WESLEYAN MINISTER THAT WOULD IMPROVE UPON NATURE, AND THEREBY TRAINED A ROOK TO GOOD PRINCIPLES.
15CHAPTER XII.
16OF DETERIORATION; AND A WHEELBARROW THAT CONTAINED UNEXPECTED THINGS.
17CHAPTER XIII.
18THE SIGNIFICANCE OF POMEROY'S CAT; AND HOW THE MEN AND WOMEN OF TROY ENSUED AFTER PLEASURE IN BOATS.
19CHAPTER XIV.
20OF A LADY OF SENSIBILITY THAT, BEING AWKWARDLY PLACED, MIGHT EASILY HAVE SET MATTERS RIGHT, BUT DID NOT: WITH MUCH BESIDE.
21CHAPTER XV.
22HOW A LADY AND A YOUTH, BEING SEPARATED FROM THEIR COMPANY, VISITED A SHIP THAT HELD NOTHING BUT WATER.
23CHAPTER XVI.
24OF STRATAGEMS AND SPOILS; AND THAT THE NOMINALISTS ERR WHO HOLD A THING TO BE WHAT IT IS CALLED.
25CHAPTER XVII.
26HOW ONE THAT WAS DISSATISFIED WITH HIS PAST SAW A VISION, BUT DOUBTED.
27CHAPTER XVIII.
28OF A YOUNG MAN THAT WOULD START UPON A DARK ADVENTURE, BUT HAD TWO MINDS UPON IT.
29CHAPTER XIX.
30THAT A SILVER BULLET HAS VIRTUE: WITH A WARNING TO COMMODORES.
31CHAPTER XX.
32HOW CERTAIN CHARACTERS FOUND THEMSELVES, AT DEAD OF NIGHT, UPON THE FIVE LANES ROAD.
33CHAPTER XXI.
34THAT A VERY LITTLE TEA MAY SUFFICE TO ELEVATE A MAN.
35CHAPTER XXII.
36IN WHICH SEVERAL ATTEMPTS ARE MADE TO PUT A PERIOD TO THIS HISTORY.
37CHAPTER XXIII.
38HOW ONE LOVER TOOK LEAVE OF HIS WITS, AND TWO CAME TO THEIR SENSES.
39CHAPTER XXIV.
40OF THE BEST HELLEBORE; AND AN EXPERIMENT IN THE ENTERTAINMENT OF TWINS.
41CHAPTER XXV.
42WHICH ENDS THE STORY OF TROY.
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