The Rake's Progress
Scandal and Intrigue in 18th-Century London: A Tale of Society, Morality, and PleasureBy Marjorie Bowen
Length8h 33m
About this audiobook
In 'The Rake's Progress', Marjorie Bowen crafts a compelling narrative that explores themes of debauchery, morality, and the complexities of human desire during the early 20th century. Bowen'Äôs literary style is characterized by rich, evocative prose and sharp psychological insights that draw readers into the turbulent world of her characters. The novel unfolds in a society ripe with temptation, depicting the rise and inevitable fall of a roguish protagonist whose hedonistic pursuits illuminate the contradictions of glamour and despair, a reflection of the broader socio-cultural tensions of the time. Marjorie Bowen, a prolific writer known for her ability to weave historical settings with psychological depth, brings to 'The Rake's Progress' her intimate understanding of human fallibility. Her diverse background in literature and history, along with her personal experiences, likely informed her exploration of the vices and virtues inherent in her characters. Bowen's keen observations of the moral ambiguities of her era not only enrich the narrative but also reflect her own grappling with the societal norms surrounding gender and class. Readers seeking a profound meditation on addiction, ambition, and consequence will find 'The Rake's Progress' both captivating and thought-provoking. Bowen'Äôs nuanced character portrayals and the intricacies of her storytelling beckon readers to reflect on the perilous allure of a life lived on the edge, making this novel a significant addition to the canon of early 20th-century literature.
Audiobook details
GenreHumor, Historical Fiction
Length8 hrs 33 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 6, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
16CHAPTER VIII: MARIUS APPEALS
2CHAPTER IV: THE BARGAIN
17CHAPTER IX: MY LORD ACTS
3CHAPTER V: THE TRUE LOVE
18CHAPTER X: THE COUNTESS AT BAY
4CHAPTER VI: THE FAREWELL
19CHAPTER XI: HONORIA INTERVENES
5CHAPTER VII: "ASPASIA"
20CHAPTER XII: MARIUS ENSNARED
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6CHAPTER VIII: LAVINIA
21CHAPTER XIII: MARIUS DECIDES
7CHAPTER IX: MY LORD'S ADJUSTMENT
22CHAPTER XIV: THE DUEL
8CHAPTER X: A LADY SCORNED
23PART III
9PART II
24CHAPTER II: SELINA BOYLE
10CHAPTER II: BEDCHAMBER PLOTS
25CHAPTER III: A MAY NIGHT
11CHAPTER III: THE BROTHERS
26CHAPTER IV: SUSANNAH CHRESSHAM
12CHAPTER IV: THE PARAGRAPH IN THE "GAZETTE"
27CHAPTER V: THE VISIT TO MY LORD
13CHAPTER V: SIR FRANCIS INTERVENES
28RIDER'S FORTHCOMING FICTION
14CHAPTER VI: MARIUS ENTANGLED
29A SELECTION OF BOOKS
15CHAPTER VII: MY LORD SPEAKS
30THE NEW THOUGHT LIBRARY
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