The Wicked Marquis
A Tale of Intrigue and Betrayal in High Society EuropeBy E. Phillips Oppenheim
Length9h 11m
About this audiobook
In "The Wicked Marquis," E. Phillips Oppenheim masterfully weaves a tale of intrigue, romance, and betrayal set against the opulent backdrop of Edwardian society. Oppenheim's keen eye for social dynamics and character development illuminates the lives of the aristocracy, where personal ambition often clashes with moral integrity. The narrative is rich with suspense and surprises, employing a style that blends the elegance of classic literature with the thrilling pace of a modern novel. This work not only reflects the zeitgeist of the early 20th century but also critiques the decadence and hypocrisy of its characters' lifestyles. E. Phillips Oppenheim, often dubbed the "Prince of Storytellers," carved out a significant niche in the early suspense genre, with a prolific output that mirrored his deep understanding of human nature and societal conventions. His experience in business and firsthand observations of British high society undoubtedly informed his writing, allowing him to create nuanced characters and plots that resonate with authenticity. Oppenheim's widespread popularity in the early 1900s speaks to his ability to engage readers with both thrilling narratives and incisive social commentary. "The Wicked Marquis" is a must-read for fans of historical fiction and those intrigued by the interplay of morality and ambition. Oppenheim's rich storytelling and intricate plotting invite readers on a captivating journey, making it a timeless exploration of human desire and the consequences of one'Äôs choices.
Audiobook details
GenreHistorical Fiction, Mystery and Thriller
Length9 hrs 11 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 20, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER I
19CHAPTER XIX
2CHAPTER II
20CHAPTER XX: "You're very hard, father," she said simply.
3CHAPTER III: "Richard Vont was head-keeper at Mandeleys when I succeeded to the title and estates."
21CHAPTER XXI
4CHAPTER IV
22CHAPTER XXII
5CHAPTER V
23CHAPTER XXIII
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6CHAPTER VI
24CHAPTER XXIV
7CHAPTER VII
25CHAPTER XXV
8CHAPTER VIII
26CHAPTER XXVI
9CHAPTER IX
27CHAPTER XXVII
10CHAPTER X
28CHAPTER XXVIII
11CHAPTER XI
29CHAPTER XXIX
12CHAPTER XII: "I expect we are all as bad, though," she went on rather gloomily, "even if we are not quite so blatant."
30CHAPTER XXX
13CHAPTER XIII
31CHAPTER XXXI
14CHAPTER XIV
32CHAPTER XXXII
15CHAPTER XV
33CHAPTER XXXIII
16CHAPTER XVI
34CHAPTER XXXIV
17CHAPTER XVII
35CHAPTER XXXV
18CHAPTER XVIII
36CHAPTER XXXVI
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