The New Road
A Journey Through Social Change and Personal Growth in Early 20th Century ScotlandBy Neil Munro
Length13h 19m
About this audiobook
In "The New Road," Neil Munro crafts a vivid and multifaceted exploration of early 20th-century Scottish life, particularly the tensions and transformations spurred by industrialization. This work is characterized by its rich, descriptive prose and intricate character development, using the backdrop of the newly constructed road as a metaphor for progress and change. Munro'Äôs narrative deftly combines elements of realism and social critique, highlighting the conflict between tradition and modernity that defined the period, thereby engaging with broader themes of displacement and identity within Scottish society. Neil Munro, a prominent figure in Scottish literature, drew upon his personal experiences growing up in the industrial heartland of Scotland, which vividly informs his depiction of working-class life and landscapes in "The New Road." His commitment to portraying the complexities of the human condition is accentuated by his background in journalism and his engagement with the cultural shifts of his time, allowing him to weave rich narratives that resonate with authenticity and emotional depth. This book is highly recommended for readers interested in Scottish literature, historical narratives, and the intricate interplay of individual lives within the fabric of societal change. Munro'Äôs nuanced portrayal and insightful commentary make "The New Road" a must-read for those eager to understand the evolving identity of Scotland in an era marked by upheaval.
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Rating★★★★ 4.2 (36)
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GenreGeneral Fiction
Length13 hrs 19 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateAug 31, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER I. THE DOVECOTE TOWER.
2CHAPTER II. AT THE OUTPOST.
3CHAPTER III. NINIAN MACGREGOR CAMPBELL.
4CHAPTER IV. DRIMDORRAN.
5CHAPTER V. A CALL TO THE NORTH.
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6CHAPTER VI. THE ANGLER.
7CHAPTER VII. THE INN AT BUACHAILLE ETIVE.
8CHAPTER VIII. COL-OF-THE-TRICKS.
9CHAPTER IX. BARISDALE’S MART.
10CHAPTER X. THE WICKED BOUNDS.
11CHAPTER XI. ÆNEAS-OF-THE-PISTOL.
12CHAPTER XII. CORRYARRICK PASS.
13CHAPTER XIII. IN THE WAY OF TRADE.
14CHAPTER XIV. INVERNESS.
15CHAPTER XV. THE DEN.
16CHAPTER XVI. DEAD MEN’S BONES.
17CHAPTER XVII. CASTLE DOUNIE AGAIN.
18CHAPTER XVIII. A HANK UNRAVELLED.
19CHAPTER XIX. THE TRAMMEL NET.
20CHAPTER XX. TO THE WOODS.
21CHAPTER XXI. JANET.
22CHAPTER XXII. BY BUNCHREW BURN.
23CHAPTER XXIII. NIGHT-LADS.
24CHAPTER XXIV. AT THE EBB-TIDE.
25CHAPTER XXV. THE WAYWARD LASS.
26CHAPTER XXVI. THE ESCAPE.
27CHAPTER XXVII. THE ADVOCATE COMMANDS.
28CHAPTER XXVIII. THE RETURN.
29CHAPTER XXIX. CANDLE-LIGHT.
30CHAPTER XXX. A SEARCH.
31CHAPTER XXXI. THE MAN FROM GUNNA.
32CHAPTER XXXII. CONFESSIONS.
33CHAPTER XXXIII. NIGHT-WANDERING.
34CHAPTER XXXIV. CONTENTS OF A BARREL.
35CHAPTER XXXV. THE PORTRAIT.
36CHAPTER XXXVI. THE COBBLER’S SONG.
37CHAPTER XXXVII. DIRK.
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