The Mermaid: A Love Tale
A Mythical Romance of Forbidden Love and SacrificeBy L. Dougall
Length8h 57m
About this audiobook
In "The Mermaid: A Love Tale," L. Dougall weaves a captivating narrative that explores the intricate interplay between love and sacrifice through the lens of fantasy. The novel is distinguished by its lyrical prose and rich symbolism, drawing upon the mythic tradition of mermaids while infusing a modern sensibility and emotional depth. Dougall skillfully constructs a world where the boundaries between reality and the fantastical blur, inviting readers to immerse themselves in a tale that examines the complexities of desire and the human condition, set against a backdrop of vibrant seascapes and mystical elements. L. Dougall, an author with a profound appreciation for folklore and mythology, has long been fascinated by themes of transformation and yearning. Having spent years researching maritime legends and the cultural significance of mermaids across various traditions, Dougall's expertise is reflected in the novel's authentic depiction of the mermaid'Äôs plight. Their background in literature and storytelling enriches the work, creating a tapestry that resonates with readers on multiple levels while echoing enduring questions about love and identity. This enchanting tale will resonate with anyone captivated by mythical narratives that delve into human emotions. "The Mermaid: A Love Tale" is highly recommended for readers seeking a beautifully written exploration of love's transcendence and its often turbulent path. Dive into this exquisite story of longing, and you will emerge transformed.
Audiobook details
GenreRomance, Fantasy
Length8 hrs 57 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 4, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
2BOOK III.: ADVERTISEMENTS
3THE MERMAID.
4BOOK I.
5CHAPTER I.: THE BENT TWIG.
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6CHAPTER II.: THE SAD-EYED CHILD.
7CHAPTER III.: LOST IN THE SEA.
8CHAPTER IV.: A QUIET LIFE.
9CHAPTER V.: SEEN THROUGH BLEAR EYES.
10CHAPTER VI.: "FROM HOUR TO HOUR WE RIPE——"
11CHAPTER VII.: "A SEA CHANGE."
12CHAPTER VIII.: BELIEF IN THE IMPOSSIBLE.
13CHAPTER IX.: THE SEA-MAID'S MUSIC.
14CHAPTER X.: TOWED BY THE BEARD.
15CHAPTER XI.: YEARS OF DISCRETION.
16BOOK II.
17CHAPTER I.: THE HAND THAT BECKONED.
18CHAPTER II.: THE ISLES OF ST. MAGDALEN.
19CHAPTER III.: BETWEEN THE SURF AND THE SAND.
20CHAPTER IV.: WHERE THE DEVIL LIVED.
21CHAPTER V.: DEVILRY.
22CHAPTER VI.: THE SEA-MAID.
23CHAPTER VII.: THE GRAVE LADY.
24CHAPTER VIII.: HOW THEY LIVED ON THE CLOUD.
25CHAPTER IX.: THE SICK AND THE DEAD.
26CHAPTER X.: A LIGHT-GIVING WORD.
27CHAPTER XI.: THE LADY'S HUSBAND.
28CHAPTER XII.: THE MAIDEN INVENTED.
29CHAPTER XIII.: WHITE BIRDS; WHITE SNOW; WHITE THOUGHTS.
30CHAPTER XIV.: THE MARRIAGE SCENE.
31BOOK III.
32CHAPTER I.: HOW HE HUNTED THE SEALS.
33CHAPTER II.: ONCE MORE THE VISION.
34CHAPTER III.: "LOVE, I SPEAK TO THY FACE."
35CHAPTER IV.: HOPE BORN OF SPRING.
36CHAPTER V.: TO THE HIGHER COURT.
37CHAPTER VI.: "THE NIGHT IS DARK."
38CHAPTER VII.: THE WILD WAVES WHIST.
39CHAPTER VIII.: "GOD'S IN HIS HEAVEN."
40CHAPTER IX.: "GOD'S PUPPETS, BEST AND WORST."
41CHAPTER X.: "DEATH SHRIVE THY SOUL!"
42CHAPTER XI.: THE RIDDLE OF LIFE.
43CHAPTER XII.: TO CALL A SPIRIT FROM THE VASTY DEEP.
44CHAPTER XIII.
45THE EVENING AND THE MORNING.: THE END.
46ADVERTISEMENTS
47APPLETON'S TOWN AND COUNTRY LIBRARY.: PUBLISHED SEMIMONTHLY.
48GEORG EBERS'S ROMANCES.
49NOVELS BY HALL CAINE.
50THE MANXMAN.
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