The Island of Fantasy
Unraveling secrets on a mysterious island of fantasy and intrigueBy Fergus Hume
Length20h 8m
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Fergus Hume'Äôs "The Island of Fantasy" unveils a dazzling narrative that blurs the boundary between reality and dreams. Set against an otherworldly backdrop, the novel employs rich, evocative prose that immerses readers in a vividly imagined realm. Hume deftly executes elements of the gothic and the romantic, weaving intricate plotlines that explore elaborate themes of desire, escapism, and the pursuit of unattainable ideals, all while reflecting the societal constraints of his time. Fergus Hume, an influential figure in Victorian literature, is perhaps best known for his detective novels, yet his foray into fantastical realms reveals his versatility as a writer. Hume's diverse experiences, including his emigration from England to Australia and his subsequent return, enriched his perspective on human nature and moral dilemmas. It is within this context that "The Island of Fantasy" emerges as a distinctive work that engages with Hume'Äôs fascination for the surreal and the exploration of human emotions under the guise of imagination. This book is a must-read for those captivated by the interplay of fantasy and reality. Hume's masterful storytelling invites readers to explore the depths of their own imagination, making "The Island of Fantasy" a compelling addition to any literary collection.
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GenreFantasy, Horror
Length20 hrs 8 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 29, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1THE ISLAND OF FANTASY.
21CHAPTER XXI. CAPTAIN ALCIBIADES.
2CHAPTER II. DE RERUM PARVULA.
22CHAPTER XXII. THE APPLE OF DISCORD.
3CHAPTER III. THE RECTOR’S ROMANCE.
23CHAPTER XXIII. BACCHANALIA.
4CHAPTER IV. A MASTERPIECE OF NATURE.
24CHAPTER XXIV. THESPIAN.
5CHAPTER V. CRISPIN IS PUZZLED.
25CHAPTER XXV. OLYMPIAN.
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6CHAPTER VI. SUB ROSA.
26CHAPTER XXVI. BEAUTIFUL PARIS, EVIL-HEARTED PARIS.
7CHAPTER VII. SOUVENT FEMME VARIE.
27CHAPTER XXVII. THE ALTAR INSCRIBED ΘΕΌΝ.
8CHAPTER VIII. ENDYMION.
28CHAPTER XVIII. PUNIC FAITH.
9CHAPTER IX. THE PORTRAIT.
29CHAPTER XXIX. A ROLLING STONE.
10CHAPTER X. A MODERN IXION.
30CHAPTER XXX. KEEPING VIGIL.
11CHAPTER XI. THE CREED OF A MOTHER-IN-LAW.
31CHAPTER XXXI. THE BATTLE OF TROGLODYTES.
12CHAPTER XII. THE NEW ARGONAUTS.
32CHAPTER XXXII. THE WARNING OF HEPHAISTOS.
13CHAPTER XIII. THE PAST OF A POET.
33CHAPTER XXXIII. THE INVOCATION OF ARTEMIS.
14CHAPTER XIV. THE DEVIL’S PHILOSOPHY.
34CHAPTER XXXIV. A MODERN THERMOPYLÆ.
15CHAPTER XV. THE STORM.
35CHAPTER XXXV. A COUNCIL OF WAR.
16CHAPTER XVI. MELNOS.
36CHAPTER XXXVI. THE FORLORN HOPE.
17CHAPTER XVII. AN ISLAND KING.
37CHAPTER XXXVII. UNDER THE UNION JACK.
18CHAPTER XVIII. VENUS URANIA.
38CHAPTER XXXVIII. THE PREY OF THE GODS.
19CHAPTER XIX. A MODERN ARCADIA.
39CHAPTER XXXIX. JUSTINIAN’S REVENGE.
20CHAPTER XX. A DIFFICULT QUESTION.
40CHAPTER XL. DEATH PAYS ALL DEBTS.
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