Length7h 2m
About this audiobook
In "The Colossus," Opie Percival Read crafts a rich narrative that intertwines themes of ambition, human frailty, and societal critique against the backdrop of the American South. The novel's literary style is characterized by its vivid imagery and realistic dialogue, embodying the Southern Gothic tradition while simultaneously exploring the aspirations and disillusionments of its characters. As Read delves into the complexities of personal and cultural identity, he offers a nuanced portrayal of a society grappling with its own contradictions, thus situating the work within the broader context of American literature in the late 19th century. Opie Percival Read, a prominent figure in American letters, was born in 1852 in Illinois and gained acclaim for his evocative narratives that often reflect his own experiences as a traveling writer and journalist. His deep understanding of Southern life and culture, developed through extensive travels in the region, infused "The Colossus" with authenticity, rendering the struggles of his characters relatable and poignant. Read's background as a newspaper editor and a satirist further shaped his critical eye towards American society, which is prominent in this work. For readers keen to explore the multifaceted layers of the human experience, "The Colossus" is an essential addition to the literary canon. Its compelling character arcs and evocative prose offer insights into the aspirations and challenges of an era, making it a powerful read for those interested in understanding the complexities of identity and society.
Audiobook details
GenreGeneral Fiction, Historical Fiction
Length7 hrs 2 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 5, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
20CHAPTER XVIII.: THE INVESTMENT.
2CONTENTS.
21CHAPTER XIX.: ARRESTED EVERYWHERE.
3CHAPTER I.: LOOKING BACK AT EARLY LIFE.
22CHAPTER XX.: CRIED A SENSATION.
4CHAPTER II.: A SLEEPY VILLAGE AND A FUSSY OLD MAN.
23CHAPTER XXI.: A HELPLESS OLD WOMAN.
5CHAPTER III.: ALL WAS DARKNESS.
24CHAPTER XXII.: TO GO ON A VISIT.
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6CHAPTER IV.: A STRANGE REQUEST.
25CHAPTER XXIII.: HENRY'S INCONSISTENCY.
7CHAPTER V.: DISSECTING A MOTIVE.
26CHAPTER XXIV.: WORE A ROSE ON HIS COAT.
8CHAPTER VI.: WAITING AT THE STATION.
27CHAPTER XXV.: IMPATIENTLY WAITING.
9CHAPTER VII.: A MOTHER'S AFFECTION.
28CHAPTER XXVI.: TOLD IT ALL.
10CHAPTER VIII.: THE DOMAIN OF A GREAT MERCHANT.
29CHAPTER XXVII.: POINTS OUT HER BROTHER'S DUTY.
11CHAPTER IX.: THE INTERVIEWERS.
30CHAPTER XXVIII.: THE VERDICT.
12CHAPTER X.: ROMPED WITH THE GIRL.
31CHAPTER XXIX.: A DAY OF REST.
13CHAPTER XI.: ACKNOWLEDGED BY SOCIETY.
32CHAPTER XXX.: A MOTHER'S REQUEST.
14CHAPTER XII.: A DEMOCRACY.
33CHAPTER XXXI.: A MOMENT OF ARROGANCE.
15CHAPTER XIII.: BUTTING AGAINST A WALL.
34CHAPTER XXXII.: A MOST PECULIAR FELLOW.
16CHAPTER XIV.: A DIFFERENT HANDWRITING.
35CHAPTER XXXIII.: THE TIME WAS DRAWING NEAR.
17CHAPTER XV.: TOLD HIM HER STORY.
36CHAPTER XXXIV.: TOLD HIM A STORY.
18CHAPTER XVI.: AN AROUSER OF THE SLEEPY.
37CHAPTER XXXV.: CONCLUSION.
19CHAPTER XVII.: AN OLD MAN WOULD INVEST.
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