The Joss: A Reversion
The Sinister Power of The Joss: A Victorian Supernatural TaleBy Richard Marsh
Length9h 50m
About this audiobook
Richard Marsh's "The Joss: A Reversion" is an evocative narrative that intricately weaves elements of Victorian Gothic and supernatural horror within a captivating tale of obsession and madness. The novel explores the life of a European man entangled in the peculiar customs of an East Asian society, where spiritual beliefs clash with material ambitions. Marsh's literary style, characterized by rich, descriptive prose and an atmospheric tension, immerses the reader in a world where the boundaries between reality and the fantastical blur, reflecting the era's fascination with the exotic and the unknown. This vivid portrayal of cultural confrontation serves as both a critique of colonial attitudes and an exploration of the human psyche's darker recesses. Richard Marsh, a contemporary of notable authors such as Bram Stoker and Arthur Machen, was deeply influenced by his experiences traveling across continents and his keen interest in the supernatural. Marsh's background in law and journalism imbued him with a sharp narrative skill, while his personal struggle with identity and societal norms informed the uncanny themes prevalent in his works. These facets of his life are mirrored in "The Joss," revealing the complexities of human desires amid societal constraints. For readers drawn to Gothic literature or those fascinated by the intersection of culture and supernatural elements, "The Joss: A Reversion" is a must-read. Marsh's compelling storytelling and psychological depth invite audiences to reflect on the haunting legacy of colonialism and the shadows that linger in the human experience. This novel not only entertains but also provokes thought, making it an essential addition to the library of any serious reader.
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Rating★★★ 3.4 (51)
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GenreHorror
Length9 hrs 50 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 5, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER I. FIRANDOLO’S.
2CHAPTER II. LOCKED OUT.
3CHAPTER III. THE DOLL.
4CHAPTER IV. AN INTERVIEW WITH MR. SLAUGHTER.
5CHAPTER V. THE MISSIONARY’S LETTER.
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6CHAPTER VI. SOLE RESIDUARY LEGATEE.
7CHAPTER VII. ENTERING INTO POSSESSION.
8CHAPTER VIII. THE BACK-DOOR KEY.
9BOOK II. 84, CAMFORD STREET.
10CHAPTER IX. MAX LANDER.
11CHAPTER X. BETWEEN 13 AND 14, ROSEMARY STREET.
12CHAPTER XI. ONE WAY IN.
13CHAPTER XII. THE SHUTTING OF A DOOR.
14CHAPTER XIII. A VISION OF THE NIGHT.
15CHAPTER XIV. SUSIE.
16CHAPTER XV. AN ULTIMATUM.
17CHAPTER XVI. THE NOISE WHICH CAME FROM THE PASSAGE.
18BOOK III. THE GOD OF FORTUNE.
19CHAPTER XVII. THE AFFAIR OF THE FREAK.
20CHAPTER XVIII. COUNSEL’S OPINION.
21CHAPTER XIX. THE RETICENCE OF CAPTAIN LANDER.
22CHAPTER XX. MY CLIENT—AND HER FRIEND.
23CHAPTER XXI. THE AGITATION OF MISS PURVIS.
24CHAPTER XXII. LUKE.
25CHAPTER XXIII. THE TRIO RETURN.
26CHAPTER XXIV. THE GOD OUT OF THE MACHINE.
27BOOK IV. THE JOSS.
28CHAPTER XXV. LUKE’S SUGGESTION.
29CHAPTER XXVI. THE THRONE IN THE CENTRE.
30CHAPTER XXVII. THE OFFERINGS OF THE FAITHFUL.
31CHAPTER XXVIII. THE JOSS REVERTS.
32CHAPTER XXIX. THE FATHER—AND HIS CHILD.
33CHAPTER XXX. THE MORNING’S NEWS.
34CHAPTER XXXI. THE TERMINATION OF THE VOYAGE OF “THE FLYING SCUD.”
35CHAPTER XXXII. THE LITTLE DISCUSSION BETWEEN THE SEVERAL PARTIES.
36CHAPTER XXXIII. IN THE PRESENCE.
37BOOK V. AUTHOR’S POSTSCRIPT.: CHAPTER XXXIV. HOW MATTERS STAND TO-DAY.
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