The Mayor of Troy
Ambitions and Power: A Tale of Small Town PoliticsBy Arthur Quiller-Couch
Length7h 11m
About this audiobook
In "The Mayor of Troy," Arthur Quiller-Couch presents a vivid tapestry of life in a Cornish town grappling with the complexities of governance and personal ambition. Written in a style that reflects Quiller-Couch'Äôs deep appreciation for the lyrical traditions of English literature, the novel showcases rich characterizations and a nuanced exploration of social dynamics. Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century Britain, it examines the interplay between local politics and community values through a narrative that emphasizes the protagonist'Äôs moral dilemmas and societal expectations. Arthur Quiller-Couch, a prominent figure in the literary landscape of his time, was a novelist, critic, and scholar who drew heavily on his Cornish roots. His experiences as both a journalist and a professor of English literature at Cambridge significantly shaped his storytelling approach, which often weaves in themes of regional identity and cultural heritage. "The Mayor of Troy" reflects his keen insight into human nature and local politics, making it a rich, contextual piece reflective of his era. Readers who appreciate nuanced character studies and richly woven social narratives will find "The Mayor of Troy" both compelling and thought-provoking. Quiller-Couch'Äôs blend of humor, poignancy, and political commentary invites readers to reflect on their own societal roles and the nature of leadership, making it a must-read for those intrigued by local governance and the complexities of community life.
Audiobook details
GenreGeneral Fiction
Length7 hrs 11 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateAug 22, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
31EASE, FRIENDSHIP, FAME
2PROLOGUE.
32TO EMBARK HIS SOLE MANHOOD
3OUR MAJOR.
33IN HER DEFENCE
4OUR MAYOR.
34AMID THE SURROUNDING MEMORIALS
5THE MILLENNIUM.
35OF GREECE AND ROME
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6HOW THE TROY GALLANTS CHALLENGED THE LOOE DIEHARDS.
36CHALLENGING
7INTERFERENCE OF A GUERNSEY MERCHANT.
37THE SEVEREST VIRTUES OF ANTIQUITY
8MALBROUCK S'EN VA.
38WITH A BRITON'S RESOLUTION
9THE BATTLE OF TALLAND COVE.
39THE RETURN.
10"COME, MY CORINNA, COME!"
40REJOICINGS AT TROY
11CHAPTER IX.
41IN WHICH THE MAJOR LEARNS THAT NO MAN IS NECESSARY.
12GUNNER SOBEY TURNS LOOSE THE MILLENNIUM.
42FACES IN WATER.
13THE MAJOR LEAVES US.
43SACRED
14A COLD DOUCHE ON A HOT FIT.
44TO THE MEMORY OF
15A VERY HOT PRESS.
45SOLOMON HYMEN, ESQUIRE
16THE "VESUVIUS" BOMB.
46SEVEN TIMES MAYOR OF THIS BOROUGH
17UP-CHANNEL.
47AND
18FAREWELL TO ALBION!
48MAJOR COMMANDING THE TROY VOLUNTEER ARTILLERY
19MISSING!
49UNFORTUNATELY AND UNTIMELY
20APOTHEOSIS.
50SLAIN IN ACTION
21ATTEND
51OFF THE COAST OF FRANCE NEAR BOULOGNE
22O PASSER BY!
52ON MAY 15TH, MDCCCIV.
23ON THIS
53THIS TABLET WAS ERECTED BY SUBSCRIPTION
24SPOT AS NEARLY AS CAN BE ASCERTAINED
54AMONG HIS SORROWING FRIENDS AND FELLOW CITIZENS
25SOLOMON HYMEN, ESQUIRE
55OF THE BOROUGH HE, LIVING, ADORNED WITH HIS WISDOM
26SEVEN TIMES MAYOR OF TROY
56AND DYING, ENDOWED WITH HIS WEALTH
27IN CORNWALL
57AS WITH HIS EXAMPLE.
28RELINQUISHED HIS HONOURS
58FORTIBUS ET COELUM PATRIA
29FOR HIS COUNTRY'S NEED
59WINDS UP WITH A MERRY-GO-ROUND.
30AND RESOLUTELY SACRIFICED
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