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.
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GenreGeneral Fiction
Length7 hrs 11 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateAug 22, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
2PROLOGUE.
3OUR MAJOR.
4OUR MAYOR.
5THE MILLENNIUM.
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6HOW THE TROY GALLANTS CHALLENGED THE LOOE DIEHARDS.
7INTERFERENCE OF A GUERNSEY MERCHANT.
8MALBROUCK S'EN VA.
9THE BATTLE OF TALLAND COVE.
10"COME, MY CORINNA, COME!"
11CHAPTER IX.
12GUNNER SOBEY TURNS LOOSE THE MILLENNIUM.
13THE MAJOR LEAVES US.
14A COLD DOUCHE ON A HOT FIT.
15A VERY HOT PRESS.
16THE "VESUVIUS" BOMB.
17UP-CHANNEL.
18FAREWELL TO ALBION!
19MISSING!
20APOTHEOSIS.
21ATTEND
22O PASSER BY!
23ON THIS
24SPOT AS NEARLY AS CAN BE ASCERTAINED
25SOLOMON HYMEN, ESQUIRE
26SEVEN TIMES MAYOR OF TROY
27IN CORNWALL
28RELINQUISHED HIS HONOURS
29FOR HIS COUNTRY'S NEED
30AND RESOLUTELY SACRIFICED
31EASE, FRIENDSHIP, FAME
32TO EMBARK HIS SOLE MANHOOD
33IN HER DEFENCE
34AMID THE SURROUNDING MEMORIALS
35OF GREECE AND ROME
36CHALLENGING
37THE SEVEREST VIRTUES OF ANTIQUITY
38WITH A BRITON'S RESOLUTION
39THE RETURN.
40REJOICINGS AT TROY
41IN WHICH THE MAJOR LEARNS THAT NO MAN IS NECESSARY.
42FACES IN WATER.
43SACRED
44TO THE MEMORY OF
45SOLOMON HYMEN, ESQUIRE
46SEVEN TIMES MAYOR OF THIS BOROUGH
47AND
48MAJOR COMMANDING THE TROY VOLUNTEER ARTILLERY
49UNFORTUNATELY AND UNTIMELY
50SLAIN IN ACTION
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