The Sapphire Cross
An Adventure of Intrigue and Danger in Exotic LandsBy George Manville Fenn
Length12h 2m
About this audiobook
In "The Sapphire Cross," George Manville Fenn crafts a vivid narrative that intertwines adventure and moral exploration, set against a backdrop of Victorian social dynamics. The book revolves around a treasure-hunting quest shrouded in mystery and danger, where the titular Sapphire Cross becomes a symbol of both desire and ethical dilemmas. Fenn employs a richly descriptive literary style, immersed in natural imagery and a tone that reflects the moral quandaries of his era, while delving into themes of loyalty, betrayal, and redemption amidst the thrills of adventure. Fenn, a prominent British author and journalist, was deeply influenced by his own experiences and the prevailing social conditions of 19th-century England. His extensive travels and fascination with adventure narratives provided fertile ground for his storytelling, as he sought to engage young audiences with tales that not only entertained but also imparted lessons on integrity and virtue. His background as a war correspondent and his interest in the complexities of human character are evident throughout the novel, reflecting his belief in the transformative power of education and moral fortitude. I highly recommend "The Sapphire Cross" to readers who appreciate classic adventure literature infused with deeper philosophical reflections. It serves as both an exhilarating tale of exploration and a thought-provoking commentary on the human condition. Fenn'Äôs storytelling mastery will captivate those interested in Victorian literature, offering not just excitement but the wisdom of age-old values.
Audiobook details
GenreAction and Adventure, Historical Fiction
Length12 hrs 2 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateApr 25, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
26Rescue.
2"The Sapphire Cross"
27Sir Murray’s Thoughts.
3In the Old Fen-Land.
28Nocturnal.
4Under the Shadow.
29The Burglary.
5A Glance at the Substance.
30A Rival Embrace.
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6The Happy Pair.
31The Helping Hand.
7Too Late.
32Gurdon’s Lot.
8Amidst the Pines.
33Under Orders.
9Balm.
34What Sandy did not See.
10What Followed.
35Jane’s Suspicions.
11Ada’s Promise.
36Not at Home.
12Sir Murray’s Gentleman.
37A Storm at Merland.
13Husbands and Wives.
38Jane Declares.
14Food for Suspicion.
39Sir Murray Declares.
15Brooding.
40Changes at Hand.
16Man and Maid.
41Mr Chunt’s Toast.
17The Sapphire Cross.
42After Twenty Years.
18An Encounter.
43The Wreck Ashore.
19Jane’s Heart.
44Another Encounter.
20Beneath the Shadow.
45Dread.
21Not Yet.
46On the Bygone.
22Sir Murray’s Library.
47Right Honourable.
23The Gentle Passion.
48In Peril.
24Jane’s Lovers—Number 1.
49Rescue.
25A False Step.
50How Doctors Rule.
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