The White Dove
Love, Sacrifice, and Resilience in Post-War France: A Timeless Tale of Romance and Moral DilemmasBy William John Locke
Length8h 18m
About this audiobook
In 'The White Dove,' William John Locke masterfully weaves a narrative that explores the complexities of love, sacrifice, and the human condition against the backdrop of early 20th-century society. The novel'Äôs literary style is characterized by its vivid characterizations and rich imagery, reflecting Locke's keen ability to blend emotive language with incisive social commentary. Through the journey of its protagonist, the book navigates themes of idealism versus reality, ultimately confronting the moral dilemmas faced in a changing world. Locke's sophisticated prose invites readers into a realm where personal aspirations collide with societal expectations, creating a poignant exploration of human resilience. William John Locke, an author known for his works rich in human psychology and moral inquiry, often drew from his own life experiences'Äîhaving spent time in various cultures and social settings'Äîthat deeply influenced his writing. His keen observation of human behavior, honed through both personal trials and keen intellect, infuses 'The White Dove' with authenticity and depth. Locke's ability to portray the intimate struggles of individuals against the broader canvas of society is a hallmark of his literary oeuvre. I highly recommend 'The White Dove' to those who appreciate literature that delves into the intricacies of the human soul. Locke's thoughtful exploration of love and ethical dilemmas offers readers an enriching experience, prompting reflection on their own values and connections. This novel stands as a testament to the power of storytelling in examining life's profound truths.
Audiobook details
GenreRomance, Historical Fiction
Length8 hrs 18 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 29, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1New York: John Lane Company: 1899
13CHAPTER XII—THE CAUSE WANES
2CHAPTER I—FATHER AND SON
14CHAPTER XIII—THE USES OF ADVERSITY
3CHAPTER II—THE SHADOW IN A LIFE
15CHAPTER XIV—AT AYRESFORD
4CHAPTER III—SYLVESTER CONSULTS THE STARS
16CHAPTER XV—A STRIP OF PINK PAPER
5CHAPTER IV—LEROUX SPEAKS
17CHAPTER XVI—AT BAY
Show all chaptersShow less
6CHAPTER V—DE MORTUIS
18CHAPTER XVII—A WEDDING EVE
7CHAPTER VI—THE WALDEN ART COLONY
19CHAPTER XVIII—FELLOW-TRAVELLERS
8CHAPTER VII—THE DANGEROUS HOUR
20CHAPTER XIX—THE SWORD FALLS
9CHAPTER VIII—TRIUMPH
21CHAPTER XX—“OH, WHITE DOVE OF THE PITY DIVINE”
10CHAPTER IX—DAMON AND PYTHIAS
22CHAPTER XXI—HERITAGE
11CHAPTER X—SYLVESTER DOES BATTLE
23CHAPTER XXII—A GLORIOUS WORLD: THE END
12CHAPTER XI—UNREST
More from William John Locke
The House of BaltazarWilliam John Locke12h 8m$2 · $0.00
The Wonderful YearWilliam John Locke11h 32m$2 · $0.00
Vanhanpojan moraaliWilliam John Locke8h 43m$2 · $0.00
A Study In ShadowsWilliam John Locke5h 33m$1 · $0.00
The Demagogue and Lady PhayreWilliam John Locke3h 59m$2 · $0.00
VivietteWilliam John Locke1h 34m$2 · $0.00
Far-away StoriesWilliam John Locke5h 10m$1 · $0.00
A Christmas MysteryWilliam John Locke37m$2 · $0.00
Far-away StoriesWilliam John Locke6h 46m$2 · $0.00
The Morals of Marcus OrdeyneWilliam John Locke9h 34m$1 · $0.00
The Morals of Marcus OrdeyneWilliam John Locke8h 51m$6 · $0.00
The Chandler Brothers, the Entire CollectionCarly Phillips26h 33m$30
Breath of HeavenDeborah Raney9h 11m$23
Desperate MeasuresBrenda Jackson8h 59m$28 · $0.00
Shōgun, Part TwoJames Clavell29h 16m$40
Searching For ThanksgivingS.E. Smith4h 24m$20
The InheritanceBlair Howard6h 40m$23
The Dance with Me TrilogyShelley Shepard Gray21h 44m$35
The Complete Works of Jane AustenJane Austen88h 22m$2 · $0.00
An Ex to Grind in DeadwoodAnn Charles13h 19m$23
The Captivating WarriorCami Checketts, Daniel Banner4h 8m$15
Sniffing Out JusticeCarol J. Post6h 28m$12 · $0.00
Swept Into LoveMelissa Foster8h 9m$23
TimberTate James15h 36m$23
The ReunionJana Deleon6h 31m$26 · $0.00
Long LostLexi Blake13h 12m$23
The Vineyard BrideKatie Winters5h 5m$15
Protecting The PackJulie Miller5h 43m$24 · $0.00
Something Like LoveBeverly Jenkins10h 21m$29 · $0.00
Wishes from the HeartSophie Mays4h 9m$15 · $0.00
Blizzard ShowdownShirlee McCoy5h 16m5 (1)$12 · $0.00
The Count of Monte Cristo (With Original Illustrations)Alexandre Dumas54h 7m$1 · $0.00
Northern ShadowsDaniel Greene12h 52m$23
Shōgun, Part OneJames Clavell24h 19m$35
The Ghost by the Billabong (The Matilda Saga, #5)Jackie French14h 58m$33 · $0.00
The Labyrinth of the SpiritsCarlos Ruiz Zafon27h 55m$53 · $0.00
MusashiEiji Yoshikawa53h 20m$30
The Things We Cannot SayKelly Rimmer13h 48m$33 · $0.00
Their Castilian OrphanAnna Belfrage14h 45m$27
With Fire and Sword, The Deluge & Pan MichaelHenryk Sienkiewicz113h 5m$1 · $0.00
The Complete 13 Novels & longer fiction: Treasure Island, The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, The Black Arrow, Kidnapped, The Master of Ballantrae, The Wrong Box and more...Robert Louis Stevenson106h 29m$1 · $0.00
Eagles over BritainLee Jackson12h 26m$23
Rilla of InglesideLucy Maud Montgomery11h 44m$2 · $0.00
The Viennese DressmakerKathryn Gauci11h 46m$23 · $0.00
The Man in the Brown Suit & They Came to BaghdadAgatha Christie15h 43m$33 · $0.00
Under the Light of the Italian MoonJennifer Anton12h 28m$23 · $0.00
THE COMPLETE PALLISER NOVELS (All 6 Novels in One Edition)Anthony Trollope172h 46m$2 · $0.00
Jubilee, 50th Anniversary EditionMargaret Walker15h 43m$25 · $0.00
Arch of TriumphErich Maria Remarque15h 51m$28
Serenade for NadiaZülfü Livaneli9h 9m$20
Pride and PrejudiceJane Austen14h 44m$2 · $0.00
You may also like
Not Bad PeopleBrandy Scott17h 16m$40 · $0.00
The Gipsy: A Tale (Vol. I - II)G.P.R. James22h 18m$2.30
The Ladies: A Shining Constellation of Wit and BeautyLily Adams Beck7h 9m$1 · $0.00
North of BostonElisabeth Elo12h 5m$23
A Widow's Trials and Triumphs: Eight Books Unveiling a Widow's JourneyBasil King, Helen Rowland, William Carleton, W. B. Maxwell, Alex. McVeigh Mrs. Miller, E. M. Forster, Martha Finley, Evelyn Raymond52h 6m$2 · $0.00
Instead of the ThornClara Louise Burnham6h 29m$2 · $0.00
The Fire Within (Romance Novel)Patricia Wentworth6h 26m$2 · $0.00
The Man in Black: An Historical Novel of the Days of Queen AnneG.P.R. James16h 15m$2.30
Eddie SignwriterAdam Schwartzman9h 21m$20
The VictimSaul Bellow9h 32m$20
The Boy Who Went AwayEli Gottlieb6h 30m$17
Basil: A Story of Modern Life (Unabridged)Wilkie Collins12h 53m$2 · $0.00
Wuthering HeightsEmily Brontë12h 39m$25
Fyodor Dostoyevsky: The Complete Novels (The Giants of Literature - Book 2)Fyodor Dostoyevsky228h 40m$2 · $0.00
Border ChildMichel Stone8h 34m$20 · $0.00
The Fabulous Bouvier SistersSam Kashner10h 41m$29 · $0.00
The Black RobeWilkie Collins12h 2m$2.30
The AvalancheGertrude Atherton4h 12m$15 · $0.00
Johnny Ludlow, Second SeriesMrs. Henry Wood24h$2.30
HoneymoonPatrick Modiano3h 28m$14 · $0.00