The Perilous Seat
Intrigue, Betrayal, and Political Maneuverings in Medieval EnglandBy Caroline Dale Snedeker
Length8h 58m
About this audiobook
In "The Perilous Seat," Caroline Dale Snedeker weaves a captivating tale set against the backdrop of the early 20th-century suffrage movement. This novel incisively explores themes of societal roles, female agency, and the evolving American identity through the eyes of its strong female protagonist, whose journey encapsulates the struggles and triumphs of women fighting for their rights. Snedeker's rich descriptive language and compelling character development draw readers into a world where personal desires clash with social expectations, creating a thought-provoking narrative steeped in historical realism. Caroline Dale Snedeker, herself an advocate for women's rights, spent much of her life engaging with progressive social movements, insights that profoundly influence her writing. Born in the late 19th century, Snedeker's experiences in an era of transformation and upheaval lent authenticity to her portrayal of women'Äôs struggles, ennobling her characters with resilience and depth. Her keen observations and literary prowess render her not just a chronicler of her time but also a powerful commentator on its evolving dynamics. "The Perilous Seat" is a must-read for anyone interested in historical fiction that champions female empowerment and societal change. Snedeker's nuanced storytelling invites readers to reflect on their own social contexts, making this novel not only an engaging read but also a relevant discourse on the continuous journey for equality.
Audiobook details
GenreHistorical Fiction, Christian & Inspirational
Length8 hrs 58 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateJan 17, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1PREFACE
28CHAPTER XXIV THE HIGH, PERILOUS SEAT
2BOOK I AT THE PYTHIAN FESTIVAL
29CHAPTER XXV BITTER CONSEQUENCES
3CHAPTER I DRYAS WINS THE PRIZE
30CHAPTER XXVI “PRAY TO THE WINDS”
4CHAPTER II PARENTAL JUSTICE
31CHAPTER XXVII THE MESSENGERS
5BOOK II A CHILDHOOD IN DELPHI
32CHAPTER XXVIII AN OUTCAST ON PARNASSOS
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6CHAPTER III THERIA, SEVEN YEARS OLD
33CHAPTER XXIX EËTÍON PURSUES
7CHAPTER IV ELEUTHERIA LOOKS OUT OF A WINDOW
34CHAPTER XXX SHEPHERD WISDOM
8CHAPTER V THE TRADITIONS OF THE HOUSE
35CHAPTER XXXI NIKANDER’S NEAREST OF KIN
9CHAPTER VI THE GUESTS
36CHAPTER XXXII TERRIBLE NEWS FROM THERMOPYLÆ
10CHAPTER VII WHAT GIFTS THE GUESTS BROUGHT
37CHAPTER XXXIII AT EËTÍON’S CALL
11CHAPTER VIII DRYAS TAKES A ROBBER
38CHAPTER XXXIV EËTÍON AND NIKANDER
12CHAPTER IX LAUREL FROM TEMPÈ
39CHAPTER XXXV THERIA TELLS HER VISION
13CHAPTER X A BOY CALLED SOPHOCLES
40CHAPTER XXXVI REFUGE IN THE PRECINCT
14CHAPTER XI WHY NOT BE THE PYTHIA?
41BOOK IV THE GOD WILL CARE FOR HIS OWN
15BOOK III WITHIN THE ORACLE
42CHAPTER XXXVII THE PERSIAN COMES
16CHAPTER XII “THE PLACE OF GOLDEN TRIPODS”
43CHAPTER XXXVIII THANKFULNESS
17CHAPTER XIII IN PLEISTOS WOODS
44CHAPTER XXXIX NIKANDER PLEADS FOR HIS DAUGHTER
18CHAPTER XIV THE POOR SLAVE
45CHAPTER XL AGAIN HOME
19CHAPTER XV THE SHATTERED CUP
46CHAPTER XLI A SCULPTOR’S RESPECTABILITY
20CHAPTER XVI GATHERING THE THREADS
47CHAPTER XLII THE UNWILLING COLONIST
21CHAPTER XVII A YOUTH UNDER THE WINDOW
48CHAPTER XLIII THE BIRD IN THE CAGE
22CHAPTER XVIII GATHERING MORE THREADS
49CHAPTER XLIV THE METIC
23CHAPTER XIX THE SONG RE-SUNG
50CHAPTER XLV THE MARRIAGE
24CHAPTER XX LOVE IN THE LANE
51CHAPTER XLVI THE DOOR OF ESCAPE
25CHAPTER XXI A PROCESSION OF SACRIFICE
52CHAPTER XLVII ALIEN MEADOWS
26CHAPTER XXII IN THE PYTHIA HOUSE
53CHAPTER XLVIII TOWN MAKERS
27CHAPTER XXIII THE CHILD PRIESTESS
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