The Deluge
A Tale of Power, Corruption, and Moral Compromises in American PoliticsBy David Graham Phillips
Length10h 13m
About this audiobook
In "The Deluge," David Graham Phillips explores the tumultuous waters of early 20th-century American society, employing a keen narrative style that intertwines realism with social critique. Set against the backdrop of the Progressive Era, the novel delves into themes of corruption, the influence of wealth, and the moral struggles of individuals caught in a shifting cultural landscape. Phillips's portrayal of his characters is both compelling and complex, echoing the emotional depth found in the works of contemporaries like Theodore Dreiser and Upton Sinclair, while challenging the reader to reflect on the societal structures that govern human relationships. David Graham Phillips, a notable figure in American literature and journalism, was renowned for his incisive commentary on social issues and his fervent advocacy for reform. His experiences as a muckraker and editor at major publications undoubtedly shaped his perspective, prompting him to pen "The Deluge" as both a narrative and a critique aimed at awakening the public consciousness. Phillips's own encounters with injustice and inequality fueled his desire to illuminate the darker facets of American life, making this work particularly poignant in its calls for accountability and social change. I highly recommend "The Deluge" to readers interested in historical fiction that resonates with contemporary issues. Phillips's ability to weave a gripping tale while addressing the moral dilemmas of his time renders this novel not only an essential artifact of American literature but also a relevant commentary on the ongoing struggles against corruption and inequality today.
Audiobook details
GenrePolitics and Government
Length10 hrs 13 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 9, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Author of The Cost, The Plum Tree, The Social Secretary, etc.: Illustrations (not available here) By George Gibbs
2I. MR. BLACKLOCK
3II. IN THOSE DAYS AROSE KINGS
4III. CAME A WOMAN
5IV. A CANDIDATE FOR “RESPECTABILITY”
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6V. DANGER SIGNALS
7VI. OF “GENTLEMEN”
8VII. BLACKLOCK GOES INTO TRAINING
9VIII. ON THE TRAIL OF LANGDON
10IX. LANGDON AT HOME
11X. TWO “PILLARS OF SOCIETY”
12XI. WHEN A MAN IS NOT A MAN
13XII. ANITA
14XIII. “UNTIL TO-MORROW”
15XIV. FRESH AIR IN A GREENHOUSE
16XV. SOME STRANGE LAPSES OF A LOVER
17XVI. TRAPPED AND TRIMMED
18XVII. A GENTEEL “HOLD-UP”
19XVIII. ANITA BEGINS TO BE HERSELF
20XIX. A WINDFALL FROM “GENTLEMAN JOE”
21XX. A BREATHING SPELL.
22XXI. MOST UNLADYLIKE
23XXII. MOST UNGENTLEMANLY
24XXIII. “SHE HAS CHOSEN!”
25XXIV. BLACKLOCK ATTENDS FAMILY PRAYERS
26XXV. “MY WIFE MUST!”
27XXVI. THE WEAK STRAND
28XXVII. A CONSPIRACY AGAINST ANITA
29XXVIII. BLACKLOCK SEES A LIGHT
30XXIX. A HOUSEWARMING
31XXX. BLACKLOCK OPENS FIRE
32XXXI. ANITA'S SECRET
33XXXII. LANGDON COMES TO THE SURFACE
34XXXIII. MRS. LANGDON MAKES A CALL.
35XXXIV. “MY RIGHT EYE OFFENDS ME”
36XXXV. “WILD WEEK”
37XXXVI. “BLACK MATT'S” TRIUMPH
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