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The Heart that Knows
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The Heart that Knows

Exploring the wilderness through the heart's depthsBy Charles George Douglas Roberts
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The Heart that Knows
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In "The Heart that Knows," Charles George Douglas Roberts embarks on a profound exploration of human emotions and the intricacies of love through an evocative and lyrical prose style. The book, rich in imagery and reflective depth, captures the essence of the human experience with a distinct romantic elegance. It stands as a key example of Roberts' contribution to Canadian literature during the early 20th century, intertwining themes of nature, identity, and the complexity of relationships, which would resonate with readers in a time of growing introspection amidst societal change. Charles George Douglas Roberts, often hailed as the father of Canadian poetry, was deeply influenced by the natural landscapes of Canada and his keen observations of life. His experiences as a poet, novelist, and a pioneering figure in the literary scene shaped his viewpoint, leading him to delve into the emotional fibers that connect individuals. Roberts'Äô unique background and academic pursuits in literature fostered a deep understanding of both personal and collective narratives. "The Heart that Knows" is a must-read for those who seek a profound understanding of the emotional landscape shaped by love and loss. Readers will be captivated by Roberts' ability to articulate the unspoken realities of the heart, making this work not just an exploration of feelings, but a mirror that reflects the readers' own emotional journeys.
Tragic RomanceGriefMysteryBetrayalSmall TownHistorical RomancePsychological

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GenreScience and Nature
Length8 hrs 51 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateAug 30, 2021
LanguageEnglish

Table of contents

1CHAPTER I. WHEN THE SHIP WENT OUT
19CHAPTER XIX. DOWN TO THE “BITO”
2CHAPTER II. THE BARQUENTINE G. G. GOODRIDGE
20CHAPTER XX. THE RECTOR SPEAKS OUT
3CHAPTER III. THE WEDDING THAT WAS NOT
21CHAPTER XXI. SETH AND HIS SCHOOLMATES
4CHAPTER IV. HER LOVER AND HIS MOTHER
22CHAPTER XXII. SETH BEGINS TO UNDERSTAND
5CHAPTER V. WHAT MELISSA WANTED
23CHAPTER XXIII. THE MEANING OF THE WORD
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6CHAPTER VI. MELISSA’S MASTER-STROKE
24CHAPTER XXIV. HIS FATHER’S NAME
7CHAPTER VII. LUELLA’S FRIENDS, AND OTHERS
25CHAPTER XXV. THE SEED OF VENGEANCE
8CHAPTER VIII. “OLD SIS”
26CHAPTER XXVI. THE FORESTERS’ PICNIC
9CHAPTER IX. LUELLA AND THE BLUE HEN
27CHAPTER XXVII. INSULT
10CHAPTER X. THE INTERVIEWING OF JIM’S MOTHER
28CHAPTER XXVIII. SETH GOES TO SEA
11CHAPTER XI. THE SEWING-CIRCLE
29CHAPTER XXIX. THE MATE OF THE MARY OF TECK
12CHAPTER XII. ABNER BAISLEY’S BILL
30CHAPTER XXX. THE FIGHT IN THE DANCE-HALL
13CHAPTER XIII. TURNED OUT
31CHAPTER XXXI. THE BO’SUN’S BELAYING-PIN
14CHAPTER XIV. JIM AND MELISSA
32CHAPTER XXXII. THE RECTOR AND TIM LARSEN
15CHAPTER XV. TO SOUTHERN SEAS
33CHAPTER XXXIII. SETH’S FATHER
16CHAPTER XVI. MELISSA’S TRIUMPH
34CHAPTER XXXIV. WHAT THE HEART KNOWS
17CHAPTER XVII. THE SPELL OF THE EAST
35CHAPTER XXXV. THE BREATH OF THE TIDE AND LILAC BLOOMS
18CHAPTER XVIII. AT MRS. BEMBRIDGE’S

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