The Rosery Folk
A Quaint Tale of Rural Life and Natural BeautyBy George Manville Fenn
Length7h 52m
About this audiobook
In "The Rosery Folk," George Manville Fenn weaves a rich tapestry of rural life, exploring the lives of a small community steeped in tradition and the interwoven fates of its inhabitants. Fenn's vivid descriptions and compelling characterizations reflect the Victorian literary style, laden with both sentimentality and realism. The narrative delves into themes of love, loyalty, and the complexities of human relationships against the backdrop of the English countryside, presenting a microcosm of society and its moral undertones. As a narrative steeped in local color, the book invites readers to engage deeply with its pastoral settings and the richly defined personalities that populate them. George Manville Fenn, an accomplished author and a figure of the Victorian era, was known for his significant contributions to juvenile literature and his ability to encapsulate the spirit of his age. His experiences as a tutor and his engagement with the natural world likely informed the depth of local knowledge and authenticity displayed in "The Rosery Folk." Fenn's own life, marked by a profound appreciation for nature and community, serves as the backbone for the intricate relationships he depicts in this work. For readers drawn to character-driven narratives that explore human emotions in a rural setting, "The Rosery Folk" is a captivating read. Fenn'Äôs ability to blend thoughtful prose with engaging storytelling renders this book not only an entertaining journey into the heart of village life but also an insightful reflection on the moral questions that define humanity. It is a must-read for those who appreciate the nuances of Victorian literature and character-focused storytelling.
Audiobook details
GenreHistorical Fiction, General Fiction
Length7 hrs 52 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 18, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
19End of Volume One.
2Volume One—Chapter One.: Sir James Scarlett’s garden.
20Volume Two—Chapter One.: Aunt Sophia Visits the City.
3Volume One—Chapter Two.: Down from Town.
21Volume Two—Chapter Two.: Sir James Scarlett’s Nerves.
4Volume One—Chapter Three.: Fanny’s Magazines.
22Volume Two—Chapter Three.: Doctor and Friend.
5Volume One—Chapter Four.: “Jack.”
23Volume Two—Chapter Four.: Mr Saxby has Aspirations.
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6Volume One—Chapter Five.: The Doctor on Nerves.
24Volume Two—Chapter Five.: Although an Old Maid.
7Volume One—Chapter Six.: Doctor Scales hears a Morning Lecture.
25Volume Two—Chapter Six.: How Lady Martlett Humbled the Doctor.
8Volume One—Chapter Seven.: Sir James Catches Cold in the Back.
26Volume Two—Chapter Seven.: The Doctor Discourses.
9Volume One—Chapter Eight.: Jack Scales Meets His Fate.
27Volume Two—Chapter Eight.: Old John is Paternal, and Fanny Makes a Promise.
10Volume One—Chapter Nine.: Aunt Sophia on Boats.
28Volume Two—Chapter Nine.: The Consequence of Killing Slugs.
11Volume One—Chapter Ten.: Up to the Weir.
29Volume Two—Chapter Ten.: Nice Task for an Old Maid.
12Volume One—Chapter Eleven.: The Doctor Abroad.
30Volume Two—Chapter Eleven.: John Monnick Looks at his Traps.
13Volume One—Chapter Twelve.: A Hard Night’s Work.
31Volume Two—Chapter Twelve.: The Doctor’s Eyesight Improves.
14Volume One—Chapter Thirteen.: After the Mishap.
32Volume Two—Chapter Thirteen.: Events at a Terminus.
15Volume One—Chapter Fourteen.: Mr Saxby Comes Down on Business.
33Volume Two—Chapter Fourteen.: Marrying and Giving in Marriage.
16Volume One—Chapter Fifteen.: A Wife’s Appeal.
34Volume Two—Chapter Fifteen.
17Volume One—Chapter Sixteen.
35Ditto, and—.
18Brother William at Home.
36The End.
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