The Son of His Father (Vol. 1-3) (Annotated)
Enriched Edition. A Victorian Domestic Drama of Inheritance, Family Duty, and Paternal LegacyBy Mrs. Oliphant
Length19h 55m
About this audiobook
The Son of His Father (Vol. 1–3) is a characteristic Victorian three-decker in which Mrs. Oliphant examines the pressures of inheritance—not merely of property, but of temperament, reputation, and moral obligation. Set within the carefully observed world of middle-class domestic life, the novel unfolds through social encounter, family tension, and inward hesitation rather than melodrama alone. Its style is lucid, ironic, and psychologically attentive, placing it within the realist tradition of later nineteenth-century fiction while retaining the expansive architecture expected of circulating-library novels. Mrs. Oliphant, born Margaret Oliphant Wilson in Scotland in 1828, was one of the most prolific and perceptive writers of the Victorian age. Widowed young and burdened with supporting an extended family, she wrote with unusual authority about dependence, duty, money, and the fragile negotiations of respectability. Her long association with Blackwood's Magazine and her experience as novelist, critic, and biographer sharpened the social intelligence evident throughout this work. Readers interested in Victorian realism, family psychology, and the moral economies of domestic fiction will find this novel rewarding. It is especially recommended to admirers of Trollope, Gaskell, and George Eliot who value subtle characterization over sensation.
This enriched edition has been carefully crafted to add value to your reading experience.
- A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes.
- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.
- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing.
- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.
- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.
Audiobook details
GenreLiterary Classics, General Fiction
Length19 hrs 55 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateMay 17, 2020
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
9Volume 2 (pt. 2)
2Introduction
10Volume 2 (pt. 3)
3Synopsis
11Volume 3 (pt. 1)
4Historical Context
12Volume 3 (pt. 2)
5Volume 1 (pt. 1)
13Volume 3 (pt. 3)
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6Volume 1 (pt. 2)
14Analysis
7Volume 1 (pt. 3)
15Reflection
8Volume 2 (pt. 1)
16Memorable Quotes
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The Last of the MortimersMrs. Oliphant15h 25m$1 · $0.00
The Laird of Norlaw; A Scottish StoryMrs. Oliphant17h 8m$1 · $0.00
Sir Robert's FortuneMrs. Oliphant17h 10m$1 · $0.00
Jeanne D'Arc: Her Life And DeathMrs. Oliphant11h 13m$1 · $0.00
Who Was Lost and Is FoundMrs. Oliphant10h 45m$2 · $0.00
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A Country Gentleman and His FamilyMrs. Oliphant16h 5m$1 · $0.00
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