The Ivory Gate, a new edition
An Intriguing Tale of Society, Morality, and Personal GrowthBy Walter Besant
Length15h 51m
About this audiobook
In "The Ivory Gate," Walter Besant weaves a rich narrative that explores themes of love, ambition, and the intricate social dynamics of late Victorian England. This novel features a stylistic blend of realism and romanticism, capturing the moral complexities of its characters as they navigate personal aspirations against societal expectations. The narrative unfolds through a meticulously crafted prose that reflects Besant's deep understanding of human nature, making the emotional landscapes both relatable and profound. As a revisitation of contemporary issues, the book stands as a mirror to the tensions surrounding class and identity during its time. Walter Besant was a prominent novelist and social reformer, whose experiences in London inspired much of his writing. A founding member of the Society of Authors, Besant used his literary voice not only to entertain but to comment on the social inequalities of his era. His background in the arts and his interest in historical and social contexts inform the depth and authenticity within "The Ivory Gate," as he draws on his knowledge of both literature and the pressing issues of the time. This new edition is an excellent opportunity for both long-time fans and new readers to engage with Besant's significant contributions to English literature. The themes of yearning and the quest for fulfillment resonate powerfully today, making "The Ivory Gate" a thought-provoking read that will leave its audience contemplating the fine line between personal desires and societal obligations.
Audiobook details
GenreLiterary Classics, Historical Fiction
Length15 hrs 51 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateOct 4, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
31THE DAY AFTER THE GHOST
2UP THE RIVER
32THE THREE ACCOMPLICES
3IN THE OFFICE
33ELSIE AND HER MOTHER
4THE SELECT CIRCLE
34PLENARY CONFESSION
5A REBELLIOUS CHILD
35LE CONSEIL DE FAMILLE
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6SOMETHING HAPPENS
36THE LAST
7SOMETHING MORE HAPPENS
37ON
8SOMETHING ELSE HAPPENS
38[October, 1892]
9IN HONOUR OF THE EVENT
39PUBLISHED BY
10AT THE GATES OF PARADISE
40214, Piccadilly, London, W.
11A MYSTERIOUS DISCOVERY
41THE MAYFAIR LIBRARY.
12A MYSTERIOUS DISCOVERY
42THE GOLDEN LIBRARY.
13THE FIRST FIND
43THE WANDERER'S LIBRARY.
14THINGS MORE REMARKABLE
44POPULAR SHILLING BOOKS.
15CHECKLEY'S CASE
45HANDY NOVELS.
16WHO IS EDMUND GRAY?
46MY LIBRARY.
17THE VOICE OF DUTY
47THE POCKET LIBRARY.
18WAS HE IN RAGS?
48THE PICCADILLY NOVELS.
19THE PRODIGAL AT HOME
49MORT. & FRANCES COLLINS.
20THE WHISPER OF CALUMNY
50Pref. by Sir BARTLE FRERE.
21HE COMES FROM EDMUND GRAY
51By. J. S. WINTER.
22I AM EDMUND GRAY
52MORT. & FRANCES COLLINS.
23MASTER AND DISCIPLE
53ALBANY DE FONBLANQUE.
24THE HALL OF THE NEW FAITH
54Pref. by Sir BARTLE FRERE.
25CAN HE REMEMBER?
55KATHARINE S. MACQUOID.
26WILL HE REMEMBER?
56MARGARET AGNES PAUL.
27THE LESSON OF THE STREET
57GEORGE AUGUSTUS SALA.
28'I KNOW THE MAN'
58T. ADOLPHUS TROLLOPE.
29ATHELSTAN'S DISCOVERY
59CELIA PARKER WOOLLEY.
30CHECKLEY SEES A GHOST
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