The Fortunes Of Glencore
Intrigue, Romance, and Betrayal in 19th-Century ScotlandBy Charles James Lever
Length16h 47m
About this audiobook
In "The Fortunes of Glencore," Charles James Lever crafts a richly textured narrative that intertwines humor, social commentary, and a deep exploration of human relationships. Set against the backdrop of 19th-century Ireland, the novel follows the life of the enigmatic Glencore, a complex character whose fortunes waver between opulence and despair. Lever employs a vibrant, conversational style that captures the nuances of his characters' personalities and motives, thus painting an enduring portrait of a society grappling with the intersections of wealth, honor, and personal ambition. The novel's elaborate subplots and engaging dialogues epitomize the literary realism that characterized Lever's contemporaries, while its wit and sentiment echo the emotional complexities of human nature. Charles James Lever, an accomplished novelist and politician, gained insight into the intricacies of social hierarchies and human interactions from his own upbringing in Dublin. Lever's experiences in the Irish countryside, coupled with his travels across Europe, inform the settings and characterizations within the novel. His affinity for depicting the struggles and triumphs of his characters reflects a broader critique of society, making his works resonate powerfully with his readers. "The Fortunes of Glencore" is a recommended read for anyone interested in Victorian literature or the human condition's multifaceted nature. Lever's adept storytelling offers a sophisticated yet entertaining exploration of life's vicissitudes, making this novel an essential addition to the library of any literature aficionado.
Audiobook details
GenreHistorical Fiction, Romance
Length16 hrs 47 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 10, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1With Illustrations By E. J. Wheeler and W. Cubitt Cooke: Boston: Little, Brown, And Company. 1902
2PREFACE.
3CHAPTER I. A LONELY LANDSCAPE
4CHAPTER II. GLENCORE CASTLE
5CHAPTER III. BILLY TRAYNOR—POET, PEDLAR, AND PHYSICIAN
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6CHAPTER IV. A VISITOR
7CHAPTER V. COLONEL HARCOUUT'S LETTER
8CHAPTER VI. QUEER COMPANIONSHIP
9CHAPTER VII. A GREAT DIPLOMATIST
10CHAPTER VIII. THE GREAT MAN'S ARRIVAL.
11CHAPTER IX. A MEDICAL VISIT
12CHAPTER X. A DISCLOSURE
13CHAPTER XI. SOME LIGHTS AND SHADOWS OF DIPLOMATIC LIFE
14CHAPTER XII. A NIGHT AT SEA
15CHAPTER XIII. A “VOW” ACCOMPLISHED
16CHAPTER XIV. BILLY TRAYNOR AND THE COLONEL
17CHAPTER XV. A SICK BED
18CHAPTER XVI. THE “PROJECT”
19CHAPTER XVII. A TÊTE-À-TÊTE
20CHAPTER XVIII. BILLY TRAYNOR AS ORATOR
21CHAPTER XIX. THE CASCINE AT FLORENCE
22CHAPTER XX. THE VILLA FOSSOMBRONI
23CHAPTER XXI. SOME TRAITS OF LIFE
24CHAPTER XXII. AN UPTONIAN DESPATCH
25CHAPTER XXIII. THE TUTOR AND HIS PUPIL
26CHAPTER XXIV. HOW A “RECEPTION” COMES TO ITS CLOSE
27CHAPTER XXV. A DUKE AND HIS MINISTER
28CHAPTER XXVI. ITALIAN TROUBLES
29CHAPTER XXVII. CARRARA
30CHAPTER XXVIII. A NIGHT SCENE
31CHAPTER XXIX. A COUNCIL OF STATE
32CHAPTER XXX. THE LIFE THEY LED AT MASSA
33CHAPTER XXXI. AT MASSA
34CHAPTER XXXII. THE PAVILION IN THE GARDEN
35CHAPTER XXXIII. NIGHT THOUGHTS
36CHAPTER XXXIV. A MINISTER'S LETTER
37CHAPTER XXXV. HARCOURT'S LODGINGS
38CHAPTER XXXVI. A FEVERED MIND
39CHAPTER XXXVII. THE VILLA AT SORRENTO
40CHAPTER XXXVIII. A DIPLOMATIST'S DINNER
41CHAPTER XXXIX. A VERY BROKEN NARRATIVE
42CHAPTER XL. UPTONISM
43CHAPTER XLI. AN EVENING IN FLORENCE
44CHAPTER XLIII. MADAME DE SABBLOUKOFF IN THE MORNING
45CHAPTER XLIII. DOINGS IN DOWNING STREET
46CHAPTER XLIV. THE SUBTLETIES OF STATECRAFT
47CHAPTER XLV. SOME SAD REVERIES
48CHAPTER XLVI. THE FLOOD IN THE MAGRA
49CHAPTER XLVII. A FRAGMENT OF A LETTER
50CHAPTER XLVIII. HOW A SOVEREIGN TREATS WITH HIS MINISTER
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