The Daredevil
A Southern Tale of Tradition, Rebellion, and Personal FreedomBy Maria Thompson Daviess
Length5h 18m
About this audiobook
In "The Daredevil," Maria Thompson Daviess crafts a richly textured narrative that intertwines elements of adventure and romance within the early 20th-century American context. The novel follows the audacious exploits of its protagonist, whose daring escapades reflect a society on the brink of profound change. Daviess's prose is both lyrical and incisive, capturing the vibrant energy of the era while exploring themes of individuality, societal expectations, and resilience. Each page is imbued with an electric tension as the characters confront their fears and desires, making the book a compelling study of human nature in the face of excitement and peril. Maria Thompson Daviess, a noted author and prominent figure in early 20th-century American literature, drew heavily from her own life experiences and the socio-political climate of her time. Raised in a region marked by transformation and innovation, Daviess'Äôs narrative choices and character development reflect her astute observations of the human condition. Her own adventures and her intimate understanding of both urban and rural settings allow her to infuse authenticity into the thrill of the story, effectively bridging the gap between the known and the unknown. For readers interested in vintage American literature with a modern resonance, "The Daredevil" offers a tantalizing glimpse into the complexities of courage and desire. Daviess'Äôs masterful storytelling invites readers to lose themselves in a world where the boundaries of convention are tested, making this book an essential addition to any literary collection.
Audiobook details
GenreHistorical Fiction, General Fiction
Length5 hrs 18 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 19, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
10CHAPTER XII: THE BEAUTIFUL MADAM WHITWORTH
2CHAPTER IV: THE IMPOSSIBLE UNCLE ROBERT
11CHAPTER XIII: BROTHERS BY BLOODSHED
3CHAPTER V: “HERE’S MY BOY, GOVERNOR”
12CHAPTER XIV: TO BEAR MEN AND TO SAVE THEM
4CHAPTER VI: “WE BOTH NEED YOU”
13CHAPTER XV: “BEHOLD, I AM A SPY!”
5CHAPTER VII: THE GIRL BUNCH
14CHAPTER XVI: “IMMEDIATELY I COME TO YOU!”
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6CHAPTER VIII: IN THE DRESS OF MAGNIFICENCE
15CHAPTER XVII: THE TALL TIMBERS OF OLD HARPETH
7CHAPTER IX: “O’ER THE LAND OF THE FREE—”
16CHAPTER XVIII: THE CAMP HEAVEN
8CHAPTER X: VITRIOL AND THE HOODOO
17CHAPTER XIX: ALL IS LOST
9CHAPTER XI: BUSINESS AND PIE
18CHAPTER XX: “YOU ARE—MYSELF!”
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