The Old Blood
A Tale of Family, Sin, and Redemption in Post-War EuropeBy Frederick Palmer
Length9h 6m
About this audiobook
In "The Old Blood," Frederick Palmer crafts a poignant exploration of generational conflict and the complexities of familial legacy against the backdrop of a rapidly changing America. Palmer employs a realist literary style characterized by rich, vivid descriptions and deeply psychological character development, which immerses the reader in the protagonist's internal struggles and external challenges. Set in the early 20th century, the narrative deftly juxtaposes the values of the old world with the burgeoning modern sensibilities, reflecting the broader societal shifts of the time. Frederick Palmer, an accomplished American author and journalist, drew on his keen observations of societal changes to write this novel. His experiences during the turbulent early decades of the 1900s, combined with his personal encounters with family dynamics, allowed him to infuse authenticity into the relationships depicted in the book. Palmer's expertise in understanding the cultural climate of the period provides depth to the themes of conflict, inheritance, and the struggle for identity. "The Old Blood" is a compelling read for anyone interested in the intricacies of human relationships and the enduring effects of ancestry. Palmer'Äôs insightful portrayal of his characters will resonate with readers, making it a significant contribution to American literature that invites reflection on the legacies we inherit and the choices we make.
Audiobook details
GenreHistorical Fiction, General Fiction
Length9 hrs 6 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateApr 25, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
19CHAPTER XVII: UNDER FIRE
2CHAPTER I
20CHAPTER XVIII: A RUN FOR IT
3A HOME-COMING
21CHAPTER XIX: A CHOICE OF BILLETS
4CHAPTER II: TWO GIRLS ON A TRAIN
22CHAPTER XX: UNDER ARREST
5CHAPTER III: AN INVITATION
23CHAPTER XXI: A BIT FROM THE MOVIES
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6CHAPTER IV: TOO MUCH ANCESTOR
24CHAPTER XXII: VICTORY!
7CHAPTER V: THE FLAVOUR OF GRAPES
25CHAPTER XXIII: LONGFIELD DECIDES
8CHAPTER VI: AT MERVAUX
26CHAPTER XXIV: HELEN ARRIVES
9CHAPTER VII: A FULL-FACE PORTRAIT
27CHAPTER XXV: HENRIETTE WAITS
10CHAPTER VIII: ANOTHER PHASE OF HELEN
28CHAPTER XXVI: A DIRECT HIT
11CHAPTER IX: A MESSAGE FROM ALSACE
29CHAPTER XXVII: A SMILING HELEN
12CHAPTER X: THE VOICE AT HIS ELBOW
30CHAPTER XXVIII: A SITTING CASE
13CHAPTER XI: SHE SAID, "YES!"
31CHAPTER XXIX: IN HER PLACE AGAIN
14CHAPTER XII: THE GUNS SPEAK
32CHAPTER XXX: PETER SMITHERS IN ACTION
15CHAPTER XIII: A MATTER OF GALLANTRY
33CHAPTER XXXI: A THOUGHT FOR HELEN
16CHAPTER XIV: "IF I WISH IT!"
34CHAPTER XXXII: LIGHT
17CHAPTER XV: HELEN ASKS A FAVOUR
35CHAPTER XXXIII: SPINNING WEBS
18CHAPTER XVI: A CHANGE OF PLANS
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