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The Classic Collection of Richard Edward Connell ( 13 books )
The Most Dangerous Game, The Sin of Monsieur Pettipon, The Cage Man, Terrible Epps, The $25,000 Jaw and othersBy Richard ConnellNarrated by Peter Coates, Mark BowenLength8h 45m
About this audiobook
This anthology brings together a selection of thrilling and thought-provoking short stories by Richard Connell, renowned for his mastery in suspense and adventure. Highlighted by The Most Dangerous Game, a gripping tale of a man hunted for sport, the collection also features lesser-known but equally powerful works such as The Sin of Monsieur Pettipon, The Cage Man, Terrible Epps, and The $25,000 Jaw. Each story showcases Connell's unique ability to explore human nature under extreme conditions, blending action with psychological depth.
In The Most Dangerous Game, Connell examines the primal instincts of survival and morality, while in The Sin of Monsieur Pettipon, he delves into themes of guilt and redemption. Other stories in the collection balance adventure with humor and irony, offering a wide range of emotional and intellectual experiences. The tales are rich in characterization and packed with unexpected twists, ensuring a captivating read from beginning to end.
This collection serves as an excellent introduction to Connell's work, appealing to fans of classic literature, adventure, and suspense. Each story is a standalone masterpiece that reflects Connell's enduring literary legacy.
Audiobook details
GenreGeneral Fiction
Length8 hrs 45 mins
Narrated byPeter Coates, Mark Bowen
FormatAudiobook
Publish dateSep 23, 2024
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The Classic Collection of Richard Edward Connell - Opening credits
2The Most Dangerous Game - Opening credits
3The Most Dangerous Game
4The Sin of Monsieur Pettipon - Opening credits
5The Sin of Monsieur Pettipon
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6Mr. Pottle and the South-Sea Cannibals - Opening credits
7Mr. Pottle and the South-Sea Cannibals - Part 1
8Mr. Pottle and the South-Sea Cannibals - Part 2
9Mr. Pottle and the South-Sea Cannibals - Part 3
10Mr. Pottle and the South-Sea Cannibals - Part 4
11Mr. Pottle and the South-Sea Cannibals - Part 5
12Mr. Pottle and the South-Sea Cannibals - Part 6
13Mr. Pottle and Culture - Opening credits
14Mr. Pottle and Culture
15Mr. Pottle and the One Man Dog - Opening credits
16Mr. Pottle and the One Man Dog
17Mr. Pottle and Pageantry - Opening credits
18Mr. Pottle and Pageantry - Part 1
19Mr. Pottle and Pageantry - Part 2
20Mr. Pottle and Pageantry - Part 3
21Mr. Pottle and Pageantry - Part 4
22The Cage Man - Opening credits
23The Cage Man
24Where is the Tropic of Capricorn? - Opening credits
25Where is the Tropic of Capricorn?
26Mr. Braddy's Bottle - Opening credits
27Mr. Braddy's Bottle. 1
28Mr. Braddy's Bottle. 2
29Mr. Braddy's Bottle. 3
30Mr. Braddy's Bottle. 4
31Gretna Greenhorns - Opening credits
32Gretna Greenhorns. 1
33Gretna Greenhorns. 2
34Gretna Greenhorns. 3
35Gretna Greenhorns. 4
36Terrible Epps - Opening credits
37Terrible Epps. 1
38Terrible Epps. 2
39Terrible Epps. 3
40Honor Among Sportsmen - Opening credits
41Honor Among Sportsmen
42The 25k Jaw - Opening credits
43The 25k Jaw
44The Classic Collection of Richard Edward Connell - Closing credits
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