Tristram of Blent
An Episode in the Story of an Ancient HouseBy Anthony Hope
Length12h 55m
About this audiobook
In 'Tristram of Blent', Anthony Hope intricately weaves a tale that lies at the intersection of adventure and social commentary, presenting a richly textured narrative that explores themes of identity, loyalty, and the burdens of nobility. Set in the fictional landscape of Blent—a microcosm for class struggle and personal ambition—Hope employs a vivid literary style imbued with wit and irony, reminiscent of the narrative traditions of both Victorian literature and the emerging modernist ethos. As a work situated between the hopeful idealism of the 19th century and the disillusionments of the 20th, the novel challenges contemporary notions of heroism and morality through its compelling protagonist, who must navigate the complex interplay of personal desire and societal expectations. Anthony Hope, celebrated for his contributions to adventure fiction, gained prominence through his earlier work 'The Prisoner of Zenda'. His keen insights into the human experience, shaped by his background in law and literature, allow him to craft multi-dimensional characters and engaging plots. His own experiences with class differences and legal intricacies inform the intricacies of 'Tristram of Blent', where the struggles of his characters echo those in Hope's own life under the rigid societal hierarchies of his time. I wholeheartedly recommend 'Tristram of Blent' to readers seeking a thought-provoking exploration of personal and societal conflict. Hope's masterful storytelling, combined with his layered character development, invites readers to reflect on their own values and the intricacies of their societal structures. The novel serves as both an entertaining adventure and a subtly woven critique of the complexities of human existence.
Audiobook details
GenreLiterary Classics, Mystery and Thriller
Length12 hrs 55 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateSep 16, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
18The New Life
2Anthony Hope
19River Scenes and Bric-à-Brac
3A Suppressed Passage
20Conspirators and a Crux
4Mr Cholderton's Imp
21In the Matter of Blinkhampton
5On Guard
22The Tristram Way—A Specimen
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6She Could an' She Would
23The Persistence of Blent
7The First Round
24An Insult to the Blood
8The Attraction of It
25A Decree of Banishment
9The Moment Draws Near
26After the End of All
10Duty and Mr. Neeld
27There's the Lady Too!
11The Man in Possession
28A Business Call
12Behold the Heir!
29Before Translation
13A Phantom by the Pool
30The Cat and the Bell
14Fighters and Doubters
31The Curmudgeon
15In the Long Gallery
32Till the Next Generation
16The Very Same Day
33THE END.
17An Inquisition Interrupted
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