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About this audiobook
In 'The Grip of Desire,' Hector France delves into the intricate entanglements of human passion and ambition through a vivid narrative rich in emotional depth. Written in the late 19th century, the novel showcases France's mastery of French realism, encapsulating the complexities of societal norms and personal desires. The lush descriptions and meticulous attention to psychological nuance allow readers to fully immerse themselves in the tumultuous journeys of its characters, as they struggle against the constraints of their desires and aspirations amidst the backdrop of a rapidly changing world. Hector France, a prominent figure in 19th-century French literature, was influenced by the societal upheavals of his time. His experiences across Europe and his keen observations of human nature informed his writing, enabling him to weave poignant tales that challenge conventional morality. France's deep understanding of existential themes reflects a broader philosophical inquiry prevalent in the literary context of his era, positioning 'The Grip of Desire' as a critical exploration of human emotion and ethics. This compelling narrative is highly recommended for readers intrigued by psychological depth and moral ambiguity. France's work is a cornerstone for those interested in the evolution of literary realism and will resonate with anyone eager to explore the passionate interplay of desire and consequence.
Audiobook details
GenreRomance, General Fiction
Length10 hrs 9 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateSep 15, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
51CONFIDENCES.
2LIST OF CHAPTERS.
52MAMMOSA VIRGO!
3THE CURÉ.
53CHAMBER MORALITY.
4THE CONFESSIONAL.
54THE POSSET.
5THE PARSONAGE.
55THE LEG.
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6EXPECTATION.
56MATER SAEVA CUPIDINUM.
7THE MEETING.
57IN THE FOOT-PATH.
8THE LOOK.
58DOUBLE REMORSE.
9THE SALUTE.
59THE EXPLOSION.
10THE FEVER.
60PROVOCATION.
11DURING VESPERS.
61"MONSIEUR LE CURÉ,
12IN PARENTHESIS.
62TALKS.
13THE FLESH.
63LE PÈRE HYACINTHE.
14THE TEMPTATION.
64THE HAPPY CURÉ
15THE RESOLUTION.
65THE MIRACLES.
16THE CAPTAIN.
66THE TWO AUGURS.
17MEMORIES.
67TABLE TALK.
18THE EPAULET.
68GOOD COUNSEL.
19THE VOLTAIRIAN.
69IN A GLASS.
20THE VISIT.
70THE ROSE CHAMBER.
21HARD WORDS.
71THE GUST OF WIND.
22KICKS.
72THE AMBUSCADE.
23THE PAST.
73THE BREACH.
24THE SERVANT.
74THE ASSAULT.
25"MONSIEUR L'ABBÉ,
75AUDACES FORTUNA JUVAT.
26THE FIRST MEETING.
76BEFORE MASS.
27LOVE.
77DURING MASS.
28OF YOUNG GIRLS IN GENERAL.
78AWAKENING.
29OF SUZANNE IN PARTICULAR.
79CONSOLATIONS.
30THE SHADOW.
80FALSE ALARM.
31OTHER MEETINGS.
81IN THE DILIGENCE
32SERAPHIC LOVE.
82AN OLD ACQUAINTANCE.
33THE VIRGIN.
83A LITTLE CONFESSION
34THE DEATH'S-HEAD.
84THE CHURCH-WOMAN.
35FRENZY.
85CONVENTICLE.
36THE PROHIBITION.
86AT THE PALACE.
37THE SHELTER.
87LITTLE PASTIMES.
38THE HOT WINE.
88SERIOUS TALK.
39TÊTE-À-TÊTE.
89THE SEMINARY.
40THE KISS.
90THE FAIR ONE.
41THE DEVIL IN PETTICOATS.
91LOVE AGAIN.
42LITTLE CONFESSIONS.
92LE CYGNE DE LA CROIX.
43MORAL REFLECTIONS.
93THE CALVES.
44MEMORY LOOKING BACK.
94THE SCAPULAR
45ESPIONAGE.
95FROM THE DARK TO THE FAIR.
46THE GARRET WINDOW.
96THE CHANGE.
47TREACHEROUS MANOEUVRE.
97THE CURÉ OF ST. MARIE.
48THE LETTER.
98OTHER WORKS IN ENGLISH BY HECTOR FRANCE
49GOOD NEWS.
99THE AUTHOR AND HIS WORKS.
50RECONCILIATION.
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