Mature
Length6h 14m
About this audiobook
Stanley Waterloo's "The Story of Ab: A Tale of the Time of the Cave Man" transports readers to a prehistoric landscape, vividly illustrating the struggles, triumphs, and intricacies of early human existence. Set against a backdrop of rudimentary society, Waterloo employs an engaging narrative style that fuses adventure with rich, descriptive prose. The text reflects both the fascination with natural history prevalent in the late 19th century and the romanticized views of primitive life that were common during Waterloo's time, melding fiction with anthropological elements to explore themes of survival, kinship, and the evolution of social structures. Stanley Waterloo, an American author and journalist, had a profound interest in nature and the early human experience, which greatly influenced his writing. His unique perspective, as a product of the burgeoning interest in evolution and anthropology during the Victorian era, allows him to craft a compelling narrative that resonates with both contemporary and modern audiences. Waterloo's broad literary endeavors, ranging from journalism to historical novels, showcase his versatility and depth as a writer engaged with both societal issues and natural wonders. Readers seeking an immersive journey into the depths of humanity's past will find "The Story of Ab" both enlightening and entertaining. This novel is not only a captivating adventure but also a thought-provoking examination of what it means to be human. Waterloo's intricate world-building and relatable characters will captivate those with a penchant for historical fiction and a curiosity about the primal roots of civilization.
Audiobook details
GenreHistorical Fiction, General Fiction
Length6 hrs 14 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateAug 15, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
14CHAPTER XVIII.: LOVE AND DEATH.
2CHAPTER VI.: A DANGEROUS VISITOR.
15CHAPTER XIX.: A RACE WITH DREAD.
3CHAPTER VII.: THE UNEXPECTED HAPPENS.
16CHAPTER XX.: THE FIRE COUNTRY.
4CHAPTER VIII.: SABRE-TOOTH AND RHINOCEROS.
17CHAPTER XXI.: THE WOOING OF LIGHTFOOT.
5CHAPTER IX.: DOMESTIC MATTERS.
18CHAPTER XXII.: THE HONEYMOON.
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6CHAPTER X.: OLD MOK, THE MENTOR.
19CHAPTER XXIII.: MORE OF THE HONEYMOON.
7CHAPTER XI.: DOINGS AT HOME.
20CHAPTER XXIV.: THE FIRE COUNTRY AGAIN.
8CHAPTER XII.: OLD MOK'S TALES.
21CHAPTER XXV.: A GREAT STEP FORWARD.
9CHAPTER XIII.: AB'S GREAT DISCOVERY.
22CHAPTER XXVI.: FACING THE RAIDER.
10CHAPTER XIV.: A LESSON IN SWIMMING.
23CHAPTER XXVII.: LITTLE MOK.
11CHAPTER XV.: THE MAMMOTH AT BAY.
24CHAPTER XXVIII.: THE BATTLE OF THE BARRIERS.
12CHAPTER XVI.: THE FEAST OF THE MAMMOTH.
25CHAPTER XXIX.: OLD HILLTOP'S LAST STRUGGLE.
13CHAPTER XVII.: THE COMRADES.
26CHAPTER XXX.: OUR VERY GREAT GRANDFATHER.
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