The Young Duke
Ambition and Love in 19th Century England: A Tale of a Young Duke's JourneyBy Earl of Beaconsfield Benjamin Disraeli
Length12h 16m
About this audiobook
In "The Young Duke," Benjamin Disraeli, the Earl of Beaconsfield, weaves a rich tapestry of aristocratic life in 19th-century England, exploring themes of identity, moral responsibility, and societal expectations. The novel is characterized by its vivid imagery, sharp dialogue, and keen social observations, reflecting Disraeli's own experiences as both a politician and novelist. The story follows the titular young duke, navigating the treacherous waters of love and ambition amidst the intricate hierarchies of the British aristocracy, providing a compelling examination of the duality of privilege and the loneliness it often entails. Benjamin Disraeli, a prominent figure in British politics and literature, was influenced by his diverse heritage and his standing as a novelist prior to his political career. His unique perspectives on class and governance fueled his literary ambitions, culminating in this narrative that criticizes the very aristocracy he belonged to. Disraeli'Äôs notable experiences, including his tumultuous relationship with the British elite and his eventual rise to Prime Minister, are mirrored throughout the novel, offering readers an insider's view of the complexities of his world. "The Young Duke" is a captivating read for anyone interested in the interplay of power and privilege, as well as the psychological struggles of its characters. Disraeli's deft storytelling invites readers to engage deeply with the themes presented, making it a valuable addition to the canon of Victorian literature and a must-read for those fascinated by the intricate dance of society and personal ambition.
Audiobook details
GenreLiterary Classics, Romance
Length12 hrs 16 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 4, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1BOOK I.
40CHAPTER IX.
2CHAPTER I.
41CHAPTER X.
3CHAPTER II.
42CHAPTER XI.
4CHAPTER III.
43CHAPTER XII.: An Affair of Honour.
5CHAPTER IV.
44CHAPTER XIII.
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6CHAPTER V.
45CHAPTER XIV.
7CHAPTER VI.
46CHAPTER XV.
8CHAPTER VII.
47CHAPTER XVI.
9CHAPTER VIII.
48CHAPTER XVII.
10CHAPTER IX.
49CHAPTER XVIII.
11CHAPTER X.
50BOOK IV.
12CHAPTER XI.
51CHAPTER I.
13CHAPTER XII.
52CHAPTER II.
14CHAPTER XIII.
53CHAPTER III.
15CHAPTER XIV.
54CHAPTER IV.
16BOOK II.
55CHAPTER V.
17CHAPTER I.
56CHAPTER VI.
18CHAPTER II.
57CHAPTER VII.
19CHAPTER III.
58CHAPTER VIII.
20CHAPTER IV.
59CHAPTER IX.
21CHAPTER V.
60CHAPTER X.
22CHAPTER VI.
61CHAPTER XI.
23CHAPTER VII.
62CHAPTER XII.
24CHAPTER VIII.
63BOOK V.
25CHAPTER IX.
64CHAPTER I.
26CHAPTER X.
65CHAPTER II.
27CHAPTER XI.
66CHAPTER III.
28CHAPTER XII.
67CHAPTER IV.
29CHAPTER XIII.
68CHAPTER V.
30CHAPTER XIV.
69CHAPTER VI.
31BOOK III.
70BOOK V [CONTINUED]
32CHAPTER I.
71CHAPTER VII.
33CHAPTER II.
72CHAPTER VIII.
34CHAPTER III.
73CHAPTER IX.
35CHAPTER IV.
74CHAPTER X.
36CHAPTER V.
75CHAPTER XI.
37CHAPTER VI.
76CHAPTER XII.
38CHAPTER VII.
77CHAPTER XIII.
39CHAPTER VIII.
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