Length14h 56m
About this audiobook
In "The Captives," Hugh Walpole crafts a poignant narrative that explores the intricacies of human relationships and the struggle for personal freedom amidst societal constraints. Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century Europe, the novel intertwines themes of love, captivity, and the search for identity. Walpole's rich, lyrical writing style accentuates the emotional depth of his characters, presenting a vivid portrayal of their internal and external conflicts, ultimately revealing how one's circumstances can shape their destiny. Hugh Walpole, a prominent English novelist of his time, was deeply influenced by his own experiences and the tumult of the world around him. Born in 1884, Walpole's literary career blossomed against the backdrop of significant historical events, including two World Wars and shifting social landscapes. His acute awareness of the fragility of human existence, coupled with his fascination for the darker aspects of life, is remarkably evident in "The Captives," making it a reflective examination of the human condition. This masterful work is highly recommended for readers who appreciate literary fiction that delves into the complexities of the human psyche. Walpole's keen insights and evocative prose make "The Captives" not only a compelling read but also a thought-provoking exploration of the themes of love and entrapment, solidifying its place in the canon of great literature.
Audiobook details
GenreGeneral Fiction
Length14 hrs 56 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateAug 10, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER III
30THE WITCH
2THE LONDON HOUSE
31CHAPTER I
3CHAPTER IV
32THE THREE VISITS
4THE CHAPEL
33CHAPTER II
5PART II
34PLUNGE INTO THE OTHER HALF
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6THE CHARIOT OF FIRE
35CHAPTER III
7CHAPTER I
36SKEATON-ON-SEA
8THE WARLOCKS
37CHAPTER IV
9CHAPTER II
38GRACE
10EXPECTATION
39CHAPTER V
11CHAPTER III
40THE BATTLE OF SKEATON: FIRST YEAR
12MAGGIE AND MARTIN
41CHAPTER VI
13CHAPTER IV
42THE BATTLE OF SKEATON: SECOND YEAR
14MR. CRASHAW
43CHAPTER VII
15CHAPTER V
44DEATH OF AUNT ANNE
16THE CHOICE
45CHAPTER VIII
17CHAPTER VI
46DEATH OF UNCLE MATHEW
18THE PROPHET IN HIS OWN HOME
47CHAPTER IX
19CHAPTER VII
48SOUL OF PAUL
20THE OUTSIDE WORLD
49CHAPTER X
21CHAPTER VIII
50THE REVIVAL
22PARADISE
51PART IV
23CHAPTER IX
52THE JOURNEY HOME AGAIN
24THE INSIDE SAINTS
53CHAPTER I
25CHAPTER X
54THE DARK ROOM
26THE PROPHET
55CHAPTER II
27CHAPTER XI
56HOBGOBLINS
28THE CHARIOT OF FIRE
57CHAPTER III
29PART III
58THE TRIUMPH OF LIFE
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