The Hidden Hand
Love, Intrigue, and Gender Roles in Victorian FictionBy Emma Southworth
Length20h 43m
About this audiobook
In "The Hidden Hand," Emma Southworth weaves a captivating tale that merges elements of romance, mystery, and social commentary within the context of 19th-century America. The novel centers on the life of a young woman, whose struggles against societal constraints and personal adversities reveal deeper themes of identity, family loyalty, and moral integrity. Southworth'Äôs prose is both vivid and evocative, characterized by a picturesque depiction of the American landscape and a keen observation of human behavior, positioning the work as a significant narrative during the rise of sentimental literature and the burgeoning women's literary tradition. Emma Southworth, an influential figure in American literature, was born in 1819 and became one of the first female authors to achieve commercial success. Her own experiences, which included the challenges of single motherhood and financial instability, heavily informed her writing. Through her works, Southworth aims to challenge the patriarchal norms of her time, advocating for women's rights and social reforms while employing suspenseful storytelling to engage her readers. I wholeheartedly recommend "The Hidden Hand" for readers seeking an immersive exploration of moral complexity and resilience. Southworth'Äôs ability to blend intrigue with heartfelt narratives offers a profound reading experience, making it a critical addition to the canon of American literature.
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GenreRomance, Mystery and Thriller
Length20 hrs 43 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 9, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1PART FIRST
2CHAPTER I. THE NOCTURNAL VISIT.
3CHAPTER II. THE MASKS.
4CHAPTER III. THE QUEST.
5CHAPTER IV. CAPITOLA.
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6CHAPTER V. THE DISCOVERY.
7CHAPTER VI. A SHORT, SAD STORY.
8CHAPTER VII. METAMORPHOSIS OF THE NEWSBOY.
9CHAPTER VIII. HERBERT GREYSON.
10CHAPTER IX. MARAH ROCKE.
11CHAPTER X. THE ROOM OF THE TRAP-DOOR.
12CHAPTER XI. A MYSTERY AND A STORM AT HURRICANE HALL.
13CHAPTER XII. MARAH'S DREAM.
14CHAPTER XIII. MARAH'S MEMORIES.
15CHAPTER XIV. THE WASTING HEART.
16CHAPTER XV. CAP'S COUNTRY CAPERS.
17CHAPTER XVI. CAP'S FEARFUL ADVENTURE.
18CHAPTER XVII. ANOTHER STORM AT HURRICANE HALL.
19CHAPTER XVIII. THE DOCTOR'S DAUGHTER.
20CHAPTER XIX. THE RESIGNED SOUL.
21CHAPTER XX. THE OUTLAW'S RENDEZVOUS.
22CHAPTER XXI. GABRIEL LE NOIR.
23CHAPTER XXII. THE SMUGGLER AND CAPITOLA.
24CHAPTER XXIII. THE BOY'S LOVE.
25CHAPTER XXIV. CAPITOLA'S MOTHER.
26CHAPTER XXV. CAPITOLA'S TRICKS AND PERILS.
27CHAPTER XXVI. THE PERIL AND THE PLUCK OF CAP.
28CHAPTER XXVII. SEEKING HIS FORTUNE.
29CHAPTER XXVIII. A PANIC IN THE OUTLAW'S DEN.
30CHAPTER XXIX. THE VICTORY OVER DEATH.
31CHAPTER XXX. THE ORPHAN.
32PART SECOND.
33CHAPTER XXXI. THE ORPHAN'S TRIAL.
34CHAPTER XXXII. OLD HURRICANE STORMS.
35CHAPTER XXXIII. CAP'S VISIT TO THE HIDDEN HOUSE.
36CHAPTER XXXIV. THE HIDDEN HOLLOW.
37CHAPTER XXXV. THE HIDDEN HOUSE.
38CHAPTER XXXVI. THE INMATE OF THE HIDDEN HOUSE.
39CHAPTER XXXVII. CAP'S RETURN.
40CHAPTER XXXVIII. ANOTHER MYSTERY AT THE HIDDEN HOUSE.
41CHAPTER XXXIX. CAP FREES THE CAPTIVE.
42CHAPTER XL. CAP IN CAPTIVITY.
43CHAPTER XLI. AN UNEXPECTED VISITOR AT MARAH'S COTTAGE.
44CHAPTER XLII. CAP "RESTS ON HER LAURELS" AND "SPOILS FOR A FIGHT."
45CHAPTER XLIII. BLACK DONALD.
46CHAPTER XLIV. GLORY.
47CHAPTER XLV. CAP CAPTIVATES A CRAVEN.
48CHAPTER XLVI. CAP'S RAGE.
49CHAPTER XLVII. CAPITOLA CAPS THE CLIMAX.
50CHAPTER XLVIII. BLACK DONALD'S LAST ATTEMPT.
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