The Jingo
A Patriotic Journey Through War and DutyBy George Randolph Chester
Length9h 31m
About this audiobook
In "The Jingo," George Randolph Chester presents a satirical exploration of American nationalism and imperialism at the dawn of the 20th century. Set against the backdrop of burgeoning global tensions, Chester employs a rich tapestry of humor and biting irony to depict the fervent jingoism that gripped the United States during the Spanish-American War. The novel's literary style oscillates between comic dialogue and insightful social commentary, encapsulating the anxieties of a nation grappling with its identity while simultaneously pursuing a colonial agenda. Chester's vivid characters serve as conduits for broader thematic concerns about patriotism, hypocrisy, and militarism in a rapidly changing world. Chester, an influential journalist and author of the early 1900s, was especially attuned to the socio-political currents of his time, having observed firsthand the interplay between media and public opinion. His background in journalism informed his ability to craft narratives that resonate with contemporary issues, making "The Jingo" both a critique and a reflection of the era's prevailing attitudes. Chester's experiences likely inspired him to address the absurdities of unwavering nationalism and the consequences of public hysteria. This novel is highly recommended for readers interested in American history, satire, or social critique. Chester's incisive prose and compelling narrative invite readers to reflect on the implications of their own national identity, making "The Jingo" a thought-provoking and entertaining read that remains relevant in today's sociopolitical landscape.
Audiobook details
GenreAction and Adventure, Historical Fiction
Length9 hrs 31 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 9, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER I. THE PRINCESS BEZZANNA GOES INTO THE STORM
2CHAPTER II. BEZZANNA'S GIFT COMES OUT OF THE SEA
3CHAPTER III. JIMMY SMITH EXPRESSES A FEW THOUGHTS ON AMERICA
4CHAPTER IV. WHERE BEZZANNA ACQUIRED THE WORD "BLUSH"
5CHAPTER V. JIMMY SMITH IS IMPLORED TO DON HIS NATIONAL COSTUME
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6CHAPTER VI. JIMMY SMITH PARADES HIS NEW PANTS
7CHAPTER VII. PRINCE ONALYON POINTS OUT A SENSIBLE COURSE TO BEZZANNA
8CHAPTER VIII. JIMMY SMITH DISCOVERS WHY HE CAN NEVER LOVE THE PRINCESS BEZZANNA
9CHAPTER IX. THE KING SELLS STOCK IN A MIRACLE
10CHAPTER X. JIMMY COMPLETELY FORGETS THE PRINCESS BEZZANNA
11CHAPTER XI. THE PRINCESS BEZZANNA DECIDES TO GO HOME
12CHAPTER XII. JIMMY SMITH SUGGESTS A NEW NAME FOR HIMSELF
13CHAPTER XIII. ONALYON PAYS HIS STOCK SUBSCRIPTIONS
14CHAPTER XIV. PRINCE ONALYON DISPLAYS AN AMAZING LACK OF TACT
15CHAPTER XV. TEDOYAH FACES A GREAT EMERGENCY
16CHAPTER XVI. ISOLA IS TAUGHT A SEVERE LESSON
17CHAPTER XVII. OLD AMYAH ACHIEVES A GLORIOUS LIE
18CHAPTER XVIII. JIMMY PREPARES BEZZANNA FOR THE FIELD OF BATTLE
19CHAPTER XIX. CAPTAIN TEDOYAH BRINGS UP THE ARMY
20CHAPTER XX. THE ERRORS OF WAR
21CHAPTER XXI. DAMN
22CHAPTER XXII. AN AMERICAN TRICK
23CHAPTER XXIII. BEZZANNA LONGS TO ELEVATE THE STAGE
24CHAPTER XXIV. BIRRQUAY! DEAD!
25CHAPTER XXV. BEZZANNA SACRIFICES HERSELF FOR ISOLA
26CHAPTER XXVI. BEZZANNA RUNS FROM A STARTLING SECRET
27CHAPTER XXVII. WHO FOUND HER? WHY, JIMMY!
28CHAPTER XXVIII. A CHAPTER OF NOTHING BUT SILLINESS
29CHAPTER XXIX. BEZZANNA IS BETROTHED TO THE PRINCE
30CHAPTER XXX. ONALYON SEES AN IMRESSIVE EXHIBITION
31CHAPTER XXXI. LITTLE KEEZAP SNEEZES
32CHAPTER XXXII. ONALYON DECIDES THAT HE WAS MISTAKEN
33CHAPTER XXXIII. THE WORST HAPPENS. A GERMAN CALLS
34CHAPTER XXXIV. JIMMY SAVES ISOLA, AND BEZZANNA PICKS OUT THE WEDDING MUSIC
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