The Last Vendée; or, the She-Wolves of Machecoul
Love, Betrayal, and Revenge in Revolutionary FranceBy Alexandre Dumas
Length25h 30m
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In "The Last Vendée; or, the She-Wolves of Machecoul," Alexandre Dumas delivers a gripping narrative set against the tumultuous backdrop of the French Revolution. This historical novel intricately weaves themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the relentless struggle for survival among royalist rebels in the Vendée region. Dumas employs a vivid literary style, rich in dramatic tension and lush descriptions, which encapsulates the brutality of the conflict and the complexities of human emotions in desperate times. The juxtaposition of passionate characters against the harsh realities of war serves to highlight the personal tragedies played out within the larger historical context, immersing readers in an evocative exploration of revolutionary France. Dumas, a prolific writer and playwright renowned for his adventurous tales, draws upon his rich heritage and the historical narratives of his time to craft this work. His own experiences with civil strife and the tensions of political allegiance in 19th-century France inform the depth and authenticity found within this novel. Moreover, his fascination with the drama of human experience, deeply rooted in his own background, propelled him to explore the riveting stories of lesser-known historical figures caught in the chaos of their era. I wholeheartedly recommend "The Last Vendée; or, the She-Wolves of Machecoul" to readers seeking both an enthralling adventure and a profound commentary on the human condition. Dumas's masterful storytelling invites you to contemplate the consequences of conflict and the indomitable spirit of those who resist oppression. This novel is an essential addition to any literary collection, offering both historical insight and a gripping narrative that will resonate long after the last page is turned.
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GenreHistorical Fiction, Romance
Length25 hrs 30 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 5, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
2VOL. I.
3VOL. II.
4THE LAST VENDÉE;: OR,
5THE SHE-WOLVES OF MACHECOUL: VOLUME I.
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6THE LAST VENDÉE;: OR,
7I.: CHARETTE'S AIDE-DE-CAMP.
8II.: THE GRATITUDE OF KINGS.
9III.: THE TWINS.
10IV.: HOW JEAN OULLIER, COMING TO SEE THE MARQUIS FOR AN HOUR, WOULD BE THERE STILL IF THEY HAD NOT BOTH BEEN IN THEIR GRAVE THESE TEN YEARS.
11V.: A LITTER OF WOLVES.
12VI.: THE WOUNDED HARE.
13VII.: MONSIEUR MICHEL.
14VIII.: THE BARONNE DE LA LOGERIE.
15IX.: GALON-D'OR AND ALLÉGRO.
16X.: IN WHICH THINGS DO NOT HAPPEN PRECISELY AS BARON MICHEL DREAMED THEY WOULD.
17XI.: THE FOSTER-FATHER.
18XII.: NOBLESSE OBLIGE.
19XIII.: A DISTANT COUSIN.
20XIV.: PETIT-PIERRE.
21XV.: AN UNSEASONABLE HOUR.
22XVI.: COURTIN'S DIPLOMACY.
23XVII.: THE TAVERN OF AUBIN COURTE-JOIE
24XVIII.: THE MAN FROM LA LOGERIE.
25XIX.: THE FAIR AT MONTAIGU.
26XX.: THE OUTBREAK.
27XXI.: JEAN OULLIER'S RESOURCES.
28XXII.: FETCH! PATAUD, FETCH!
29XXIII.: TO WHOM THE COTTAGE BELONGED.
30XXIV.: HOW MARIANNE PICAUT MOURNED HER HUSBAND.
31XXV.: IN WHICH LOVE LENDS POLITICAL OPINIONS TO THOSE WHO HAVE NONE.
32XXVI.: THE SPRINGS OF BAUGÉ.
33XXVII.: THE GUESTS AT SOUDAY.
34XXVIII.: IN WHICH THE MARQUIS DE SOUDAY BITTERLY REGRETS THAT PETIT-PIERRE IS NOT A GENTLEMAN.
35XXIX.: THE VENDÉANS OF 1832.
36XXX.: THE WARNING.
37XXXI.: MY OLD CRONY LORIOT.
38XXXII.: THE GENERAL EATS A SUPPER WHICH HAD NOT BEEN PREPARED FOR HIM.
39XXXIII.: IN WHICH MAÎTRE LORIOT'S CURIOSITY IS NOT EXACTLY SATISFIED.
40XXXIV.: THE TOWER CHAMBER.
41XXXV.: WHICH ENDS QUITE OTHERWISE THAN AS MARY EXPECTED.
42XXXVI.: BLUE AND WHITE.
43XXXVII.: WHICH SHOWS THAT IT IS NOT FOR FLIES ONLY THAT SPIDERS' WEBS ARE DANGEROUS.
44XXXVIII.: IN WHICH THE DAINTIEST FOOT OF FRANCE AND OF NAVARRE FINDS THAT CINDERELLA'S SLIPPER DOES NOT FIT IT AS WELL AS SEVEN-LEAGUE BOOTS.
45XXXIX.: PETIT-PIERRE MAKES THE BEST MEAL HE EVER MADE IN HIS LIFE.
46XL.: EQUALITY IN DEATH.
47XLI.: THE SEARCH.
48XLII.: IN WHICH JEAN OULLIER, SPEAKS HIS MIND ABOUT YOUNG BARON MICHEL.
49XLIII.: BARON MICHEL BECOMES BERTHA's AIDE-DE-CAMP.
50XLIV.: MAÎTRE JACQUES AND HIS RABBITS.
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