The Grateful Indian, and Other Stories

The Grateful Indian, and Other Stories

Tales of adventure, gratitude, and humanity in exotic landscapesBy William Henry Giles Kingston
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In "The Grateful Indian, and Other Stories," William Henry Giles Kingston weaves a rich tapestry of adventure, morality, and cultural representation. Set against the backdrop of 19th-century colonialism, the collection showcases Kingston's deft storytelling and vivid depiction of Indigenous characters and their experiences with European explorers. His narrative style elegantly marries realism with romanticism, capturing both the beauty and tragedy of the encounters between diverse cultures. Through each tale, Kingston invites the reader to reflect on themes of gratitude, honor, and the complexities of human interaction in an evolving world. William Henry Giles Kingston, a prominent Victorian author and advocate for maritime literature, had a profound interest in the sea and exploration. Drawing from his own experiences as a sailor, Kingston's writings are imbued with a sense of adventure and a keen understanding of the moral dilemmas faced by individuals in foreign lands. His unique perspective as both an observer and participant in the imperial narrative of his time informed his literary endeavors, producing works that straddle both entertainment and ethical inquiry. Readers who seek an engaging exploration of human relationships within an imperial context will find "The Grateful Indian, and Other Stories" to be a compelling addition to their collection. Kingston's ability to blend historical accuracy with imaginative storytelling makes this work vital for anyone interested in early colonial literature, offering both entertainment and a critical lens through which to examine our shared past.

Audiobook details

GenreHistorical Fiction, Action and Adventure
Length7 hrs 21 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 13, 2019
LanguageEnglish

Table of contents

1W.H.G. Kingston
26IV.
2"The Grateful Indian"
27V.
3Chapter One.
28VI.
4The Grateful Indian, A Tale of Rupert’s Land. By William H.G. Kingston.
29VII.
5II.
30Chapter Six.
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6III.
31Voices of the Night.
7IV.
32Prelude.
8V.
33Hymn to the Night.
9VI.
34A Psalm of Life. What the Heart of the Young Man said to the Psalmist.
10Chapter Two.
35The Reaper and the Flowers.
11The Shepherd Lord, by Julia Corner, Author of the “Historical Library,” etcetera.
36The Light of Stars.
12II.
37Footsteps of Angels.
13Chapter Three.
38Flowers.
14The Story of Nelson, by W.H.G. Kingston.
39The Beleaguered City.
15II.
40Midnight Mass for the Dying Year.
16III.
41Chapter Seven.
17IV.
42Earlier Poems.
18Chapter Four.
43An April Day.
19An Adventure on the Black Mountain, by Frances M. Wilbraham.
44Autumn.
20II.
45Woods in Winter.
21III.
46Hymn of the Moravian Nuns of Bethlehem, at the consecration of Pulaski’s Banner.
22Chapter Five.
47Sunrise on the hills.
23The Boatswain’s Son: A Tale of the Sea, by William H.G. Kingston.
48The Spirit of Poetry.
24II.
49Burial of the Minnisink.
25III.
50Chapter Eight.
Ronald Morton; or, the Fire Ships
Ronald Morton; or, the Fire ShipsWilliam Henry Giles Kingston16h 30m$1 · $0.00
Jovinian
JovinianWilliam Henry Giles Kingston5h$2 · $0.00
Charley Laurel
Charley LaurelWilliam Henry Giles Kingston6h 36m$2 · $0.00
The Pirate of the Mediterranean: A Tale of the Sea
The Pirate of the Mediterranean: A Tale of the SeaWilliam Henry Giles Kingston20h 9m3.1 (13)$2 · $0.00
The Young Rajah
The Young RajahWilliam Henry Giles Kingston7h 24m3.4 (18)$1 · $0.00
Paul Gerrard, the Cabin Boy
Paul Gerrard, the Cabin BoyWilliam Henry Giles Kingston9h 18m$2 · $0.00
Will Weatherhelm: The Yarn of an Old Sailor
Will Weatherhelm: The Yarn of an Old SailorWilliam Henry Giles Kingston17h 16m$2 · $0.00
The Missing Ship: The Log of the "Ouzel" Galley
The Missing Ship: The Log of the "Ouzel" GalleyWilliam Henry Giles Kingston18h 34m$1 · $0.00
Hendricks the Hunter; Or, The Border Farm: A Tale of Zululand
Hendricks the Hunter; Or, The Border Farm: A Tale of ZululandWilliam Henry Giles Kingston10h 19m3.4 (18)$2 · $0.00
With Axe and Rifle
With Axe and RifleWilliam Henry Giles Kingston10h 33m$2 · $0.00
Captain Mugford: Our Salt and Fresh Water Tutors
Captain Mugford: Our Salt and Fresh Water TutorsWilliam Henry Giles Kingston6h 35m$1 · $0.00
Notable Voyagers, From Columbus to Nordenskiold
Notable Voyagers, From Columbus to NordenskioldWilliam Henry Giles Kingston, Henry Frith19h 22m$2 · $0.00
Exiled for the Faith: A Tale of the Huguenot Persecution
Exiled for the Faith: A Tale of the Huguenot PersecutionWilliam Henry Giles Kingston5h 1m$2 · $0.00
The Trapper's Son
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The Cruise of the "Dainty"; Or, Rovings in the Pacific
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Peter Trawl; Or, The Adventures of a Whaler
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Fred Markham in Russia; Or, The Boy Travellers in the Land of the Czar
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Voyages and Travels of Count Funnibos and Baron Stilkin
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True Blue
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