Length23h 16m
About this audiobook
Mrs. Oliphant's "The Three Brothers; Complete" is a rich tapestry of Victorian family dynamics, social mores, and moral introspection, encapsulated in a narrative characterized by its poignant realism and intricate character development. The novel intricately weaves the lives of three brothers navigating the complexities of familial obligations, individual aspirations, and societal expectations in the context of 19th-century Britain. Oliphant's literary style exhibits a keen psychological insight and a fluid narrative voice that invites readers into the inner lives of her characters, offering a nuanced exploration of their hopes and despair. Born in 1828 in Scotland, Margaret Oliphant earned acclaim as a novelist, biographer, and literary critic. Her extensive body of work often reflects her own experiences of loss, as well as her observations on gender and class issues during a transformative period in British history. These influences are evident in "The Three Brothers," where familial relationships and societal pressures are deftly unraveled, showcasing her ability to blend personal narrative with broader social themes. I highly recommend "The Three Brothers; Complete" for readers seeking an intimate and thought-provoking exploration of human relations and social constraints. Oliphant's perceptive storytelling and rich character portrayals make this a seminal work that remains relevant for understanding the intricate interplay of family and society.
Audiobook details
GenreGeneral Fiction
Length23 hrs 16 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateSep 16, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER I. THEIR FATHER.
2CHAPTER II. THE WILL.
3CHAPTER III. THE NEW CAREER.
4CHAPTER IV. THE ELDEST SON.
5CHAPTER V. THE MAGICIAN’S CAVE.
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6CHAPTER VI. THE WORKING OF THE SPELL.
7CHAPTER VII. PUT TO THE TOUCH.
8CHAPTER VIII. MRS. TRACY’S I. O. U.
9CHAPTER IX. BEN’S REWARD.
10CHAPTER X. THE LAST INTERVIEW.
11CHAPTER XI. MRS. BARTON’S LITTLE BILL.
12CHAPTER XII. MILLICENT’S NEW START.
13CHAPTER XIII. REACTION.
14CHAPTER XIV. MARY’S OPINION.
15CHAPTER XV. KENSINGTON GORE.
16CHAPTER XVI. WELBY, R.A.
17CHAPTER XVII. THE PADRONA.
18CHAPTER XVIII. THE TEA-TABLE.
19CHAPTER XIX. CHARLOTTE STREET, FITZROY SQUARE.
20CHAPTER XX. LAURIE’S WORK.
21CHAPTER XXI. WHAT THEY THOUGHT OF IT IN THE SQUARE.
22CONTENTS OF THE SECOND VOLUME.
23CHAPTER I. PLAY.
24CHAPTER II. WHAT CAME OF IT.
25CHAPTER III. A PATRON OF ART.
26CHAPTER IV. SUCCESS.
27CHAPTER V. A DISCOVERY.
28CHAPTER VI. LAURIE’S FATE.
29CHAPTER VII. A FULL STOP.
30CHAPTER VIII. YOUNG FRANK.
31CHAPTER IX. NELLY RICH.
32CHAPTER X. BROTHERLY ADVICE.
33CHAPTER XI. THE MUSIC-ROOM.
34CHAPTER XII. A PRISONER.
35CHAPTER XIII. SUNDAY.
36CHAPTER XIV. FRANK’S PERPLEXITIES.
37CHAPTER XV. PROGRESS.
38CHAPTER XVI. MRS. RENTON’S CALL.
39CHAPTER XVII. A STEP THE WRONG WAY.
40CHAPTER XVIII. WAVERING.
41CONTENTS OF THE THIRD VOLUME.
42CHAPTER I. ALICE’S FATE.
43CHAPTER II. A STRUGGLE.
44CHAPTER III. EXCHANGED INTO THE 200TH.
45CHAPTER IV. WHAT IT COSTS TO HAVE ONE’S WAY.
46CHAPTER V. THE FALLING OF THE WATERS.
47CHAPTER VI. THE RAVEN.
48CHAPTER VII. THE DOVE.
49CHAPTER VIII. BEN.
50CHAPTER IX. THE NEXT MORNING.
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