Length15h 5m
About this audiobook
In Ann S. Stephens' captivating novel, "The Gold Brick," readers are immersed in a vivid tapestry of 19th-century American life, intertwining themes of ambition, morality, and societal expectations. The narrative unfolds through the experiences of a range of characters whose lives revolve around the titular gold brick, a symbol of both wealth and deception. The author employs a rich, descriptive prose style that reflects the pre-Civil War era's literary conventions, creating a social commentary that examines the often-hidden moral costs of the pursuit of wealth. Stephens' work is a notable contribution to the genre of domestic fiction, characterized by its focus on the lives of women and the moral implications of their pursuits in a rapidly modernizing society. Ann S. Stephens, an influential figure in American literature, was a pioneering woman writer whose experiences as a journalist and editor informed her literary voice. Living in a time when women's roles were largely confined to the domestic sphere, her work often challenged societal norms and provided a platform for women's agency. The depth of her characters and their struggles reflect both her personal insights and the broader societal issues of her time, marking her as a seminal figure in American literary history. "The Gold Brick" is highly recommended for readers interested in the complex intersections of gender, morality, and the American Dream. Stephens' ability to weave engaging narratives with profound thematic depth makes this novel a significant work for those exploring 19th-century American literature or the evolution of women's roles in fiction. Readers will find themselves reflecting on the moral dilemmas faced by the characters long after the final page is turned.
Audiobook details
GenreHistorical Fiction, General Fiction
Length15 hrs 5 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateSep 16, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER I. THE MASSACRE.
2CHAPTER II. THE JEWEL BOX.
3CHAPTER III. THE BURIAL.
4CHAPTER IV. THE FAITHFUL SLAVE.
5CHAPTER V. THE SEARCH FOR GOLD.
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6CHAPTER VI. THE FLOGGING.
7CHAPTER VII. A REBELLIOUS SPIRIT.
8CHAPTER VIII. THE BOX OF JEWELS.
9CHAPTER IX. CHAINED IN THE HOLD.
10CHAPTER X. THE HOUSE IN THE PINE WOODS.
11CHAPTER XI. KATHARINE ALLEN'S VISIT TO THE WHITE COTTAGE.
12CHAPTER XII. HOME FROM SEA.
13CHAPTER XIII. THE WAY-SIDE MEETING.
14CHAPTER XIV. THE OLD HOME AND THE OLD PEOPLE.
15CHAPTER XV. BREAKFAST IN THE OLD HOMESTEAD.
16CHAPTER XVI. A PAINFUL INTERVIEW.
17CHAPTER XVII. JEALOUS PANGS REGARDING MRS. MASON.
18CHAPTER XVIII. MRS. MASON'S RICH UNCLE IN THE SOUTH.
19CHAPTER XIX. MRS. MASON LEAVES THE PINE WOODS.
20CHAPTER XX. ANOTHER SEPARATION.
21CHAPTER XXI. THE MINISTER AT BAYS HOLLOW GETS A WIFE.
22CHAPTER XXII. THE MINISTER'S WIFE TAKES PUPILS.
23CHAPTER XXIII. THE VILLAGE DOCTOR IN A SNOW-STORM.
24CHAPTER XXIV. THE GRANDMOTHER RELENTING.
25CHAPTER XXV. A GRAVE IN THE SNOW.
26CHAPTER XXVI. A CROWD UNDER THE BUTTERNUT TREE.
27CHAPTER XXVII. THE SAILOR AND HIS TWO COMPANIONS.
28CHAPTER XXVIII. OUT OF HER DELIRIUM.
29CHAPTER XXIX. STRANGERS IN THE VILLAGE.
30CHAPTER XXX. THE WELCOME LETTER.
31CHAPTER XXXI. THE RED SCHOOL-HOUSE AT SHRUB OAK.
32CHAPTER XXXII. A TERRIBLE DISCLOSURE.
33CHAPTER XXXIII. THE OLD COUPLE ON THEIR SHADOWED HEARTH-STONE.
34CHAPTER XXXIV. THE SNOW FRESHET.
35CHAPTER XXXV. ALL SORTS OF TREASON.
36CHAPTER XXXVI. MRS. MASON AT HER STUDIES.
37CHAPTER XXXVII. SETTLING THE WEDDING DAY.
38CHAPTER XXXVIII. A DOUBLE GUARD.
39CHAPTER XXXIX. OUT IN THE DEPTHS OF THE NIGHT.
40CHAPTER XL. TAKEN IN FROM THE COLD.
41CHAPTER XLI. THE MARRIAGE CERTIFICATE.
42CHAPTER XLII. ON THE FIRST STAGE TO PRISON.
43CHAPTER XLIII. FRIENDS IN COUNCIL.
44CHAPTER XLIV. THE SEPARATION.
45CHAPTER XLV. PAUL FINDS A NEW HOME.
46CHAPTER XLVI. JUBE FINDS HIS WAY TO BAYS HOLLOW.
47CHAPTER XLVII. A CHILDISH CONSULTATION.
48CHAPTER XLVIII. PAUL SEES HIS MOTHER'S NECKLACE.
49CHAPTER XLIX. A PALACE READY FOR ITS MISTRESS.
50CHAPTER L. COMING HOME OF THE BRIDE.
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