The Curious Quest (Annotated)
Enriched Edition. An Edwardian Adventure of Disguise, Social Satire, Romance, and Moral Redemption in Working-Class LondonBy E. Phillips Oppenheim
Length9h 49m
About this audiobook
The Curious Quest is a briskly plotted romance of pursuit, secrecy, and moral testing, characteristic of E. Phillips Oppenheim's mature popular fiction. Moving through drawing rooms, streets, and shadowed social encounters, the novel turns the idea of a "quest" into both an external search and an inquiry into character. Its prose is lucid, urbane, and economical, relying on poised dialogue, sudden reversals, and the atmosphere of discreet danger. In literary context, it belongs to the transitional world between Victorian sensation fiction and the modern thriller, where mystery, romance, and social observation are elegantly fused. E. Phillips Oppenheim (1866–1946), often called the "Prince of Storytellers," was one of the most prolific English writers of his age. His background in business, his travels in Europe, and his alertness to class manners, diplomacy, and modern intrigue all shaped his fiction. Oppenheim repeatedly explored hidden identities, private motives, and the instability beneath polished society—concerns that naturally inform this novel. Readers who enjoy refined suspense rather than crude sensationalism will find The Curious Quest highly rewarding. It is recommended for admirers of early twentieth-century mysteries, romantic adventure, and elegantly constructed popular fiction.
This enriched edition has been carefully crafted to add value to 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
Length9 hrs 49 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 10, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The Curious Quest (Annotated)
22CHAPTER XVIII
2Introduction
23CHAPTER XIX
3Synopsis
24CHAPTER XX
4Historical Context
25CHAPTER XXI
5CHAPTER I
26CHAPTER XXII
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6CHAPTER II
27CHAPTER XXIII
7CHAPTER III
28CHAPTER XXIV
8CHAPTER IV
29CHAPTER XXV
9CHAPTER V
30CHAPTER XXVI
10CHAPTER VI
31CHAPTER XXVII
11CHAPTER VII
32CHAPTER XXVIII
12CHAPTER VIII
33CHAPTER XXIX
13CHAPTER IX
34CHAPTER XXX
14CHAPTER X
35CHAPTER XXXI
15CHAPTER XI
36CHAPTER XXXII
16CHAPTER XII
37CHAPTER XXXIII
17CHAPTER XIII
38THE END
18CHAPTER XIV
39Analysis
19CHAPTER XV
40Reflection
20CHAPTER XVI
41Memorable Quotes
21CHAPTER XVII
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