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The Cleverdale Mystery; or, The Machine and Its Wheels
A Story of American LifeBy W. A. Wilkins
Length7h 49m
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In "The Cleverdale Mystery; or, The Machine and Its Wheels," W. A. Wilkins expertly weaves a tale that navigates the intricate relationship between technology and human experience. Set against the backdrop of an early 20th-century society grappling with rapid industrialization, the narrative unfolds through a compelling mixture of mystery and realism. Wilkins employs a keen observational style, rich in detail, that reflects both the excitement and trepidation of an era defined by innovation. The work stands as a poignant commentary on how machinery not only alters landscapes but also transforms the fabric of daily life, revealing the mechanical world's impact on personal agency and societal norms. W. A. Wilkins, an author whose life coincided with the technological revolution, draws from his own experiences to craft this narrative. His background, likely influenced by his observations of society amidst the encroachment of machines, imbues the text with authenticity and depth. The exploration of humanity's evolving relationship with technology serves as both a personal reflection and a broader cultural critique that resonates with his contemporaries. This book is essential for readers fascinated by the intersections of technology, mystery, and societal change. Wilkins' thoughtful deliberation on the era provides a rich context that will appeal to scholars and casual readers alike, ensuring that "The Cleverdale Mystery" remains a relevant and engaging exploration of mankind's mechanized future.
Audiobook details
GenreMystery and Thriller
Length7 hrs 49 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateJun 2, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
21CHAPTER XVIII.: GEORGE AND FANNIE ALDEN.
2PREFACE.
22CHAPTER XIX.: THE BURNING FACTORY.
3CHARACTERS.
23CHAPTER XX.: THE SECRET MARRIAGE.
4CHAPTER I.: BEAUTIFUL LAKE GEORGE.
24CHAPTER XXI.: SPOILS! SPOILS!
5CHAPTER II.: A QUARTETTE OF SCHEMERS.
25CHAPTER XXII.: SAD FAREWELLS.
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6CHAPTER III.: TEMPEST-TOSSED LAKE GEORGE.
26CHAPTER XXIII.: EXILED FROM HOME AND FRIENDS.
7CHAPTER IV.: THE BOSS AND HIS AIDS.
27CHAPTER XXIV.: THE DISTRACTED WIFE.
8CHAPTER V.: TO THE RESCUE.
28CHAPTER XXV.: THE CRUEL LETTER.
9CHAPTER VI.: A CAMP DINNER.
29CHAPTER XXVI.: A DIRTY JOB.
10CHAPTER VII.: THE CRUEL THUNDERBOLT.
30CHAPTER XXVII.: CLEVERDALE'S SORROW.
11CHAPTER VIII.: AFFAIRS AT CLEVERDALE.
31CHAPTER XXVIII.: AMONG THE HILLS OF COLORADO.
12CHAPTER IX.: THE CAUCUS.
32CHAPTER XXIX.: POOR MARY HARRIS.
13CHAPTER X.: THE CRUELTY OF AMBITION.
33CHAPTER XXX.: THE ATTEMPTED SUICIDE.
14CHAPTER XI.: THE CONVENTION.
34CHAPTER XXXI.
15CHAPTER XII.: A WICKED SCHEME.
35A REVELATION.
16CHAPTER XIII.: DALEY'S STRENGTH WANES.
36"A SAD TRAGEDY.
17CHAPTER XIV.: THE ELECTION.
37CHAPTER XXXII.: THE WANDERER'S RETURN.
18CHAPTER XV.: GLOOMY FOREBODINGS.
38CHAPTER XXXIII.: RETRIBUTIVE JUSTICE.
19CHAPTER XVI.: THE PRINCE OF MANNIS MANOR.
39CHAPTER XXXIV.: THE CLEVERDALE MYSTERY.
20CHAPTER XVII.: SARGENT ENLISTED.
40CHAPTER XXXV.: EPILOGUE—THE MACHINE AND ITS WHEELS.
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