Mature
The Boats of the Glen Carrig (Unabridged)
Enriched edition.By William Hope Hodgson
Length6h 40m
About this audiobook
William Hope Hodgson's "The Boats of the Glen Carrig (Unabridged)" is a masterpiece of early 20th century weird fiction. Written in 1907, the novel follows the harrowing maritime adventures of the crew of the ship Glen Carrig as they encounter strange creatures and supernatural forces on a mysterious island. Hodgson's descriptive prose and vivid imagery immerse readers in a world of eldritch horror and maritime folklore, making it a must-read for fans of the genre. The book showcases Hodgson's talent for blending horror with the maritime setting, creating a unique and atmospheric narrative that still resonates with readers today. William Hope Hodgson, a British author and sailor, drew inspiration from his own experiences at sea to craft the eerie and unsettling tales in "The Boats of the Glen Carrig." His background in the maritime industry lends authenticity to the novel's nautical details and adds to the overall sense of dread and impending doom. Hodgson's skillful use of suspense and tension keeps readers on edge throughout the story, making it a gripping and unforgettable read. I highly recommend "The Boats of the Glen Carrig (Unabridged)" to readers who enjoy atmospheric horror, nautical fiction, and supernatural mysteries. Hodgson's blend of maritime adventure and supernatural terror is sure to captivate and chill readers in equal measure, making it a classic of weird fiction that deserves a place on every horror enthusiast's bookshelf.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes.
- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.
- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing.
- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.
- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.
Audiobook details
GenreGeneral Fiction, Horror
Length6 hrs 40 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 21, 2018
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
6The Boats of the Glen Carrig (Unabridged) (pt. 2)
2Introduction
7The Boats of the Glen Carrig (Unabridged) (pt. 3)
3Synopsis
8Analysis
4Historical Context
9Reflection
5The Boats of the Glen Carrig (Unabridged) (pt. 1)
10Memorable Quotes
More from William Hope Hodgson
Jack Grey, Second MateWilliam Hope Hodgson2h 17m$2 · $0.00
The DerelictWilliam Hope Hodgson1h 50m$2 · $0.00
THE DARKNESS OF THE SEA: 20+ Horror Stories, Supernatural Tales & Fantastical AdventuresWilliam Hope Hodgson26h 47m$2 · $0.00
The Collected Works of William Hope HodgsonWilliam Hope Hodgson61h 27m$1 · $0.00
The House on the BorderlandWilliam Hope Hodgson6h 11m$2 · $0.00
The DerelictWilliam Hope Hodgson1h 6m$2 · $0.00
The Collected Works of William Hope HodgsonWilliam Hope Hodgson60h 7m$1 · $0.00
WILLIAM HOPE HODGSON Ultimate Collection: Horror Classics, Occult & Supernatural Tales and PoemsWilliam Hope Hodgson60h 9m$1 · $0.00
The Greatest Horrors of William Hope HodgsonWilliam Hope Hodgson58h 47m$2 · $0.00
The Collected WorksWilliam Hope Hodgson58h 49m$2 · $0.00
The Night LandWilliam Hope Hodgson19h 47m$2 · $0.00
THE NIGHT LANDWilliam Hope Hodgson19h 10m$2 · $0.00
The Boats of the Glen CarrigWilliam Hope Hodgson5h 58m$2 · $0.00
TRILOGY OF THE ABYSSWilliam Hope Hodgson17h 2m$2 · $0.00
The Essential Works of William Hope HodgsonWilliam Hope Hodgson61h 39m$2 · $0.00
The Darkness of Sea AbyssWilliam Hope Hodgson26h 53m$2 · $0.00
The House on the BorderlandWilliam Hope Hodgson5h 14m$5 · $0.00
The Ghost PiratesWilliam Hope Hodgson4h 55m$1 · $0.00
Heart of IronC. M. Alongi15h 24m$30
Ethic IIAshley Antoinette9h 1m$20
RiversnowTess Thompson8h 11m$20
Supreme ClienteleAshley & JaQuavis8h 58m$20
Body Refinement in a Beast Tamer’s World, Book 1Seth Ring14h 7m$27
Hell Divers XII: HeroesNicholas Sansbury Smith13h 18m$27
EmberJeffrey Wilson, Brian Andrews13h 58m$23
The Complete Works of Jane Austen (Unabridged)Jane Austen88h 8m$1 · $0.00
Beyond Temptation & Risky PleasuresBrenda Jackson10h 53m$24 · $0.00
Shōgun, Part TwoJames Clavell29h 16m$40
Showdown in the Big EasyCharles Tillman, Michael Anderle, Martha Carr7h 37m$23
Searching For ThanksgivingS.E. Smith4h 24m$20
Naughty 4Brenda Hampton7h 30m$17
The Dance with Me TrilogyShelley Shepard Gray21h 44m$35
The DopemanJaQuavis Coleman5h 25m$20
Sherlock Holmes: The Ultimate CollectionArthur Conan Doyle59h 49m$5 · $0.00
My Favorite Husband, Vol. 1Hollywood 360, CBS Radio5h 40m$14
WhistlerAnn Patchett10h 45m4 (3)$29 · $0.00
Grand Opening 2Carl Weber9h 16m$20
Sons of Valor II: Violence of ActionBrian Andrews, Jeffrey Wilson12h 34m$23
The Complete Works of Edgar Allan PoeEdgar Allan Poe108h 28m$2 · $0.00
The Collected Works of H. P. LovecraftH. P. Lovecraft50h 39m$2 · $0.00
A Long Way from OrdinaryAnn Charles, Sam Lucky9h 13m$20
Warrior’s FateWalt Browning10h 37m$20
The Skull of the WorldKate Forsyth10h 28m5 (1)$20
Reign Of AngelsBen Reeder8h 54m5 (1)$20
We’re AliveKc Wayland5h 10m$15
The Undead PoolKim Harrison16h 13m$33 · $0.00
Glacier's EdgeR. A. Salvatore13h 44m$33 · $0.00
Haint BlueStephanie Alexander11h 55m$23
Good OmensNeil Gaiman, Terry Pratchett12h 33m$33 · $0.00
Dark of NightJonathan Maberry, Rachael Lavin4h 59m$20 · $0.00
The Renegade HunterLynsay Sands10h 7m$29 · $0.00
The Fall of the House of CabalJonathan L. Howard14h 54m$23
BRAM STOKER: 12 Novels in One Volume (Horror Classics Series)Bram Stoker108h 52m$2 · $0.00
Under Western Eyes (Unabridged Deluxe Edition)Joseph Conrad35h 39m$2 · $0.00
All I Want for Christmas Is a VampireKerrelyn Sparks10h 27m$29 · $0.00
Corpus HermeticumHermes Trismegistus3h 43m$7 · $0.00
LambChristopher Moore15h 22m$33 · $0.00
Jane EyreCharlotte Brontë21h 2m$2 · $0.00
You may also like
The Boats Of The "Glen Carrig"William Hope Hodgson5h 56m$2.30
The DerelictWilliam Hope Hodgson1h 6m$2 · $0.00
THE DARKNESS OF THE SEA: 20+ Horror Stories, Supernatural Tales & Fantastical AdventuresWilliam Hope Hodgson26h 47m$2 · $0.00
Tales of Terror and MysterySir Arthur Conan Doyle8h 1m$2.30
Chasing BigfootLynn Townsend1h 21m$2 · $0.00
The Hunters' Feast, Conversations Around the Camp FireThomas Mayne Reid12h 13m$2.30
Astounding Stories Of Super Science June 1930Various Various8h 42m$2.30
Four against the ArcticDavid Roberts10h 44m$21
The Essential Jules Verne: 29 Greatest Sci-Fi & Adventure Books in One EditionJules Verne222h 7m$2 · $0.00
Kobold Guide to DungeonsKeith Ammann, Keith Baker, Wolfgang Bauer, David "Zeb" Cook, Sadie Lowry, Frank Mentzer, Bruce Nesmith, Erin Roberts, Lawrence Schick, various authors4h 17m2.5 (2)$20
The Boats of the Glen CarrigWilliam Hope Hodgson5h 58m$2 · $0.00
The Darkness of Sea AbyssWilliam Hope Hodgson26h 53m$2 · $0.00
The Thing That Walked in the RainOtis Adelbert Kline1h 24m$2 · $0.00
Astounding Stories Of Super Science August 1931Various Various7h 52m$2.30
The Harbour-MasterRobert W. Chambers59m$2 · $0.00
Fire Island. Being the Adventures of Uncertain Naturalists in an Unknown TrackGeorge Manville Fenn13h 20m$2 · $0.00
30 Strange StoriesH. G. Wells12h 43m$2.30
10+ Masterpieces of Classic Adventures CollectionJack London, Jules Verne, Robert Louis Stevenson, Jonathan Swift, Daniel Defoe, Arthur Conan Doyle, O. Henry70h 28m$35 · $0.00
That One Encounter at SunderbansNeelam Sarna20m$4
The Uncharted Island (Book 10)Steve Behling30m$3 · $0.00