The Soul of Susan Yellam
A Tale of Love, Betrayal, and Redemption in Edwardian BritainBy Horace Annesley Vachell
Length7h 59m
About this audiobook
In "The Soul of Susan Yellam," Horace Annesley Vachell crafts a captivating exploration of identity and the complexities of human emotion set against the backdrop of early 20th-century England. The narrative intricately weaves personal introspection with vivid descriptions of the landscape, employing a rich, lyrical style that illuminates the character of Susan Yellam as she navigates societal constraints and personal aspirations. This novel reflects the influences of the Edwardian literary movement, resonating with themes of social change and modernity, ultimately delving deep into the psyche of its protagonist. Horace Annesley Vachell, an accomplished novelist and playwright, was significantly influenced by his diverse experiences living in the English countryside and interacting with various social classes. Vachell's own life as a traveler and his deep appreciation for nature and spirituality inform the nuanced portrayal of Susan Yellam's internal struggles and desires. The author's thoughtful examination of individuality versus societal expectation resonates with the struggles of his time, making "The Soul of Susan Yellam" not only a personal journey but also a commentary on broader social issues. I wholeheartedly recommend "The Soul of Susan Yellam" to readers who seek a profound literary experience that delves into the intricacies of self-discovery and emotional depth. Vachell'Äôs elegant prose, combined with compelling character development, offers timeless insights into the human condition, making this novel a must-read for both enthusiasts of historical literature and those interested in the exploration of identity.
Audiobook details
GenreLiterary Classics, General Fiction
Length7 hrs 59 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateApr 25, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
12CHAPTER X: FANCY'S ORDEAL
2CHAPTER I
13CHAPTER XI: THE UNEXPECTED HAPPENS
3MOTHER AND SON
14CHAPTER XII: THE EMPTY PEW
4CHAPTER II: FANCY BROOMFIELD
15CHAPTER XIII: FANCY CONSULTS THE CARDS
5CHAPTER III: INTRODUCING MRS. MUCKLOW
16CHAPTER XIV: HYMENEAL
Show all chaptersShow less
6CHAPTER IV: LE PAYS DU TENDRE
17CHAPTER XV: LEANNESS OF SOUL
7CHAPTER V: UNCLE
18CHAPTER XVI: SAINT WILLUM
8CHAPTER VI: FIRST IMPRESSIONS
19CHAPTER XVII: FOOL-WISDOM
9CHAPTER VII: SECOND IMPRESSIONS
20CHAPTER XVIII: MISSING!
10CHAPTER VIII: RECRUITING
21CHAPTER XIX: SUSPENSE
11CHAPTER IX: PARSON'S METHODS
22CHAPTER XX: THE TRAVELLER RETURNS
More from Horace Annesley Vachell
MARK TWAIN: 12 Novels, 195 Short Stories, Autobiography, 10 Travel Books, 160+ Essays & Speeches (Illustrated)Mark Twain416h 24m$2 · $0.00
The Great Gatsby: Original 1925 Edition (An F. Scott Fitzgerald Classic NovelFrancis Scott Fitzgerald4h 45m$18 · $0.00
The Complete Novels of Jane Austen & Brontë SistersCharlotte Brontë, Anne Brontë, Emily Brontë, Jane Austen204h 24m$2 · $0.00
Louisa May Alcott: 16 Novels in One Volume (Illustrated Edition)Louisa May Alcott141h 35m$2 · $0.00
The Fire Next TimeJames Baldwin2h 25m$15
The Complete Works of Oscar WildeOscar Wilde80h 38m$1 · $0.00
The Count of Monte Cristo + The Three Musketeers + The Man in the Iron Mask (3 Unabridged Classics)Alexandre Dumas100h 13m$2 · $0.00
Betty Crocker picture cooky bookBetty Crocker, Inc. General Mills2h 13m$2 · $0.00
Braving the TruthRachel Held Evans11h 31m$29 · $0.00
Richard Wagamese SelectedRichard Wagamese3h 14m$15
Shōgun, Part OneJames Clavell24h 19m$35
Henry V (The Play, Historical Background and Analysis of the Character in the Play)William Shakespeare, William Hazlitt8h 40m$1 · $0.00
Pathways to LightPrakash Amte7h 6m$8
The Mysterious Island Trilogy: 2 TranslationsJules Verne42h 34m$2 · $0.00
The North American Indian (Illustrated Edition)Edward S. Curtis, Frederick Webb Hodge6h$2 · $0.00
The Complete Novels of Leo Tolstoy in One Premium Edition (World Classics Series)Leo Tolstoy213h 41m$2 · $0.00
The Complete Novels of the Brontë Sisters (8 Novels: Jane Eyre, Shirley, Villette, The Professor, Emma, Wuthering Heights, Agnes Grey and The Tenant of Wildfell Hall)Charlotte Brontë, Emily Brontë, Anne Brontë118h 9m$2 · $0.00
The Complete Works of G. K. ChestertonG. K. Chesterton421h 4m$2 · $0.00
Time RegainedMarcel Proust15h 54m$2 · $0.00
EssaysGeorge Orwell1h 44m$2 · $0.00
Beyond Temptation & Risky PleasuresBrenda Jackson10h 53m$24 · $0.00
Shōgun, Part TwoJames Clavell29h 16m$40
Showdown in the Big EasyCharles Tillman, Michael Anderle, Martha Carr7h 37m$23
Searching For ThanksgivingS.E. Smith4h 24m$20
Naughty 4Brenda Hampton7h 30m$17
The Dance with Me TrilogyShelley Shepard Gray21h 44m$35
The DopemanJaQuavis Coleman5h 25m$20
Sherlock Holmes: The Ultimate CollectionArthur Conan Doyle59h 49m$5 · $0.00
My Favorite Husband, Vol. 1Hollywood 360, CBS Radio5h 40m$14
WhistlerAnn Patchett10h 45m5 (1)$29 · $0.00
Grand Opening 2Carl Weber9h 16m$20
Sons of Valor II: Violence of ActionBrian Andrews, Jeffrey Wilson12h 34m$23
Malevolent MagicMildred Abbott7h 13m$17
Look TwiceEva Hudson9h 48m$20
The Complete Novels of Lucy Maud MontgomeryLucy Maud Montgomery203h 59m$1 · $0.00
The Complete Books of F. Scott Fitzgerald (all his 5 novels + all 4 short story collections published during his lifetime)F. Scott Fitzgerald87h 53m$2 · $0.00
Bikes, Toys, and Hot BoyzGenesis Woods, Shantaé13h 9m$23
The Natchez Burning TrilogyGreg Iles96h 18m$53 · $0.00
War LordBernard Cornwell13h 21m$33 · $0.00
Ghetto BastardK’wan7h 37m$20
You may also like
The Headmistress (Summarized Edition)Angela Margaret Thirkell3h 6m$2
The Complete Works of O. DouglasO. Douglas (Anna Buchan)113h 28m$2 · $0.00
The RectorMrs. Oliphant0m$2 · $0.00
The Vicar of WakefieldOliver Goldsmith6h 40m$2.30
Baker TowersJennifer Haigh8h 50m$29 · $0.00
The Care and Management of LiesJacqueline Winspear9h 45m$29 · $0.00
The Setons (Historical Novel)O. Douglas9h 20m$2 · $0.00
CLOVER (Children's Classics Series)Susan Coolidge5h 54m$2 · $0.00
Priorsford (Summarized Edition)O. Douglas3h 56m$2
Jane and the Twelve Days of ChristmasStephanie Barron9h 42m$17
Mr Wray's Cash Box (Christmas Mystery Series)Wilkie Collins3h 37m$2 · $0.00
Main Street, and Other PoemsJoyce Kilmer1h 23m$2 · $0.00
Marling HallAngela Margaret Thirkell11h 39m$2 · $0.00
A Double AffairAngela Margaret Thirkell10h 50m$2 · $0.00
The Doctor's WifeMary Elizabeth Braddon17h 55m$12 · $0.00
Gladys, the ReaperAnne Beale17h 4m$1 · $0.00
MarmeeSarah Miller14h 19m$33 · $0.00
The Lonely WarriorClaude Carlos Washburn11h 20m$2.30
The Old Gray HomesteadFrances Parkinson Keyes7h 38m$2 · $0.00
CranfordElizabeth Gaskell8h 46m$2 · $0.00