Uncle Silas: A Tale of Bartram-Haugh
Secrets of Bartram-Haugh: A Gothic Tale of Deception and the SupernaturalBy Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu
Length16h 59m
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Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu'Äôs "Uncle Silas: A Tale of Bartram-Haugh" is a masterful fusion of Gothic horror and psychological complexity, exploring themes of trust, betrayal, and the oppressive weight of familial legacy. The narrative unravels the chilling tale of the protagonist, Maud, as she navigates the sinister mysteries surrounding her enigmatic uncle, Silas. Le Fanu employs a rich, atmospheric prose style, suffused with Victorian sensibilities, which deepens the suspense and accentuates the novel's dark, brooding tone. The intricate plot is laden with vivid imagery and evocative descriptions, situating the novel firmly within the tradition of Gothic literature, yet innovatively shifting the focus to the inner turmoil of its characters. Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu, an Irish author born in 1814, emerged as a pivotal figure in the Gothic genre, known for his psychological depth and pioneering ghost stories. His own life experiences, including the deaths of close family members and his deep interest in the macabre, informed his intricate storytelling. "Uncle Silas" is a testament to Le Fanu's mastery of suspense, revealing the societal anxieties of his time, particularly regarding gender roles and the specter of inheritance. This novel is highly recommended for both enthusiasts of Gothic literature and readers seeking a profound exploration of human psychology within a haunting framework. Le Fanu'Äôs compelling characters and meticulous narrative structure invite readers to ponder the thin line between sanity and madness, making "Uncle Silas" a quintessential read for anyone interested in the complexities of the human psyche intertwined with Gothic storytelling.
Audiobook details
GenreHorror
Length16 hrs 59 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 19, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
33DOCTOR BRYERLY EMERGES: CHAPTER XXXVIII
2A WALK IN THE WOOD: CHAPTER VII
34A MIDNIGHT DEPARTURE: CHAPTER XXXIX
3CHURCH SCARSDALE: CHAPTER VIII
35COUSIN MONICA AND UNCLE SILAS MEET: CHAPTER XL
4THE SMOKER: CHAPTER IX
36IN WHICH I MAKE ANOTHER COUSIN'S ACQUAINTANCE: CHAPTER XLI
5MONICA KNOLLYS: CHAPTER X
37MY COUSIN DUDLEY: CHAPTER XLII
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6LADY KNOLLYS REMOVES A COVERLET: CHAPTER XI
38ELVERSTON AND ITS PEOPLE: CHAPTER XLIII
7LADY KNOLLYS SEES THE FEATURES: CHAPTER XII
39NEWS AT BARTRAM GATE: CHAPTER XLIV
8A CURIOUS CONVERSATION: CHAPTER XIII
40A FRIEND ARISES: CHAPTER XLV
9BEFORE AND AFTER BREAKFAST: CHAPTER XIV
41A CHAPTER-FULL OF LOVERS: CHAPTER XLVI
10ANGRY WORDS: CHAPTER XV
42THE RIVALS: CHAPTER XLVII
11A WARNING: CHAPTER XVI
43DOCTOR BRYERLY REAPPEARS: CHAPTER XLVIII
12DOCTOR BRYERLY LOOKS IN: CHAPTER XVII
44QUESTION AND ANSWER: CHAPTER XLIX
13AN ADVENTURE: CHAPTER XVIII
45AN APPARITION: CHAPTER L
14A MIDNIGHT VISITOR: CHAPTER XIX
46MILLY'S FAREWELL: CHAPTER LI
15AU REVOIR: CHAPTER XX
47SARAH MATILDA COMES TO LIGHT: CHAPTER LII
16AUSTIN RUTHYN SETS OUT ON HIS JOURNEY: CHAPTER XXI
48THE PICTURE OF A WOLF: CHAPTER LIII
17ARRIVALS: CHAPTER XXII
49AN ODD PROPOSAL: CHAPTER LIV
18SOMEBODY IN THE ROOM WITH THE COFFIN: CHAPTER XXIII
50IN SEARCH OF MR. CHARKE'S SKELETON: CHAPTER LV
19I TALK WITH DOCTOR BRYERLY: CHAPTER XXIV
51THE FOOT OF HERCULES: CHAPTER LVI
20THE OPENING OF THE WILL: CHAPTER XXV
52I CONSPIRE: CHAPTER LVII
21I HEAR FROM UNCLE SILAS: CHAPTER XXVI
53THE LETTER: CHAPTER LVIII
22THE STORY OF UNCLE SILAS: CHAPTER XXVII
54LADY KNOLLYS' CARRIAGE
23MORE ABOUT TOM CHARKE'S SUICIDE: CHAPTER XXVIII
55CHAPTER LIX
24I AM PERSUADED: CHAPTER XXIX
56A SUDDEN DEPARTURE
25HOW THE AMBASSADOR FARED: CHAPTER XXX
57CHAPTER LX
26ON THE ROAD: CHAPTER XXXI
58THE JOURNEY: CHAPTER LXI
27BARTRAM-HAUGH: CHAPTER XXXII
59OUR BED-CHAMBER: CHAPTER LXII
28UNCLE SILAS: CHAPTER XXXIII
60A WELL-KNOWN FACE LOOKS IN: CHAPTER LXIII
29THE WINDMILL WOOD: CHAPTER XXXIV
61SPICED CLARET: CHAPTER LXIV
30ZAMIEL: CHAPTER XXXV
62THE HOUR OF DEATH: CHAPTER LXV
31WE VISIT A ROOM IN THE SECOND STOREY: CHAPTER XXXVI
63IN THE OAK PARLOUR
32AN ARRIVAL AT DEAD OF NIGHT: CHAPTER XXXVII
64CONCLUSION
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