Length17h 56m
About this audiobook
In "Tracy Park," Mary Jane Holmes crafts a compelling narrative that intricately weaves themes of love, social class, and the quest for personal identity in a rapidly changing America. Set against the backdrop of mid-19th century New England, Holmes employs a straightforward yet evocative literary style that resonates with the sentimentalism popular during her time. The novel features rich character development and an exploration of moral dilemmas faced by its protagonists, thereby situating it within the broader context of American romantic fiction while also challenging conventional social norms. Mary Jane Holmes, a prominent figure in 19th-century American literature, drew upon her own experiences and observations of societal dynamics in her writing. Her nuanced understanding of gender roles and class structure is reflected in the relational intricacies of her characters. Having faced the constraints of her own era, Holmes became an advocate for women's rights and education, themes that echo throughout the narrative, showcasing her commitment to addressing social issues through her literary work. "Tracy Park" is a must-read for those interested in the evolution of American literature and the complex interplay of personal and societal challenges. Holmes' insightful depiction of her characters provides readers with profound reflections on their own lives. This engaging novel invites readers to ponder the influences of environment and societal expectations, making it a timeless addition to any literary collection.
Audiobook details
GenreRomance
Length17 hrs 56 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateSep 16, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER V.
50WHY HAROLD DID NOT GO TO VASSAR.
2AT THE PARK.
51CHAPTER XXX.
3CHAPTER VI.
52THE WALK HOME.
4THE COTTAGE IN THE LANE.
53CHAPTER XXXI.
5CHAPTER VII
54AT HOME.
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6THE PARTY.
55CHAPTER XXXII.
7CHAPTER VIII
56THE NEXT DAY.
8ARTHUR.
57CHAPTER XXXIII.
9CHAPTER IX.
58AT THE PARK HOUSE.
10WHO IS GRETCHEN?
59CHAPTER XXXIV.
11CHAPTER X.
60UNDER THE PINES WITH TOM.
12ARTHUR SETTLES HIMSELF.
61CHAPTER XXXV.
13CHAPTER XI.
62THE GARDEN PARTY.
14THE STORM.
63CHAPTER XXXVI.
15CHAPTER XII.
64OUT IN THE STORM.
16THE TRAMP HOUSE.
65CHAPTER XXXVII.
17CHAPTER XIII.
66UNDER THE PINES WITH DICK.
18THE WOMAN.
67CHAPTER XXXVIII.
19CHAPTER XIV.
68AT LE BATEAU.
20LITTLE JERRY.
69CHAPTER XXXIX.
21CHAPTER XV.
70MAUDE.
22JERRY AT THE PARK.
71CHAPTER XL.
23CHAPTER XVI.
72'DO YOU KNOW WHAT YOU HAVE DONE?'
24THE FUNERAL AND AFTER.
73CHAPTER XLI.
25CHAPTER XVII.
74WHAT JERRIE FOUND UNDER THE FLOOR.
26"MR. CRAZYMAN, DO YOU WANT SOME CHERRIES?"
75CHAPTER XLII.
27CHAPTER XVIII.
76HAROLD AND THE DIAMONDS.
28ARTHUR AND JERRY.
77CHAPTER XLIII.
29CHAPTER XIX.
78HAROLD AND JERRIE.
30ARTHUR'S PLAN
79CHAPTER XLIV.
31CHAPTER XX.
80JERRIE CLEARS HAROLD.
32THE WORKING OF ARTHUR'S PLAN.
81CHAPTER XLV.
33CHAPTER XXI.
82WHAT FOLLOWED.
34MRS. TRACY'S DIAMONDS.
83CHAPTER XLVI.
35CHAPTER XXII.
84THE LETTERS.
36SEARCHING FOR THE DIAMONDS.
85CHAPTER XLVII.
37CHAPTER XXIII
86ARTHUR.
38ARTHUR'S LETTER.
87CHAPTER XLVIII.
39CHAPTER XXIV.
88WHAT THEY WERE DOING AND HAD DONE IN SHANNONDALE.
40JERRIE—NINE YEARS LATER.
89CHAPTER XLIX.
41CHAPTER XXV.
90TELLING ARTHUR.
42THE TWO FACES IN THE MIRROR.
91CHAPTER L.
43CHAPTER XXVI.
92THE FLOWER FADETH.
44MAUDE'S LETTER.
93CHAPTER LI.
45CHAPTER XXVII.
94UNDER THE PINES WITH HAROLD.
46'HE COMETH NOT,' SHE SAID.
95CHAPTER LII.
47CHAPTER XXVIII.
96'FOR BETTER, FOR WORSE.'
48IN SHANNONDALE.
97CHAPTER LIII.
49CHAPTER XXIX.
98AFTER TWO YEARS.
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