Vision House

Vision House

By C. N. Williamson, A. M. Williamson
Michael Caine
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Length7h 31m

About this audiobook

Vision House presents a tapestry of interwoven narratives that capture the interplay between technology and human experience. This anthology is a reverent nod to speculative fiction, seamlessly blending elements of mystery, romance, and adventure. Deftly moving across genres, Vision House probes into the complexities of human aspirations and the unforeseen consequences of technological advancement. Each story teases the boundaries of reality with a masterful use of wit and imagination, presenting a kaleidoscope of scenarios that reflect the themes of progress and human folly. The collection's powerhouse of stories not only captivates but also challenges readers to re-evaluate the significance of technology in our lives. The Williamsons, seasoned authors known for their captivating storytelling, bring together a diverse array of voices that resonate with the zeitgeist of their time. As proponents of early 20th-century speculative fiction, they have curated stories that reflect cultural nuances and historical shifts that were shaping society's relationship with technology. The stories convey a rich tapestry of influences and perspectives, aligned with the literary movement of their era, lending a window into how society envisioned the future over a century ago. Vision House is an essential read for anyone eager to explore multifaceted perspectives within a single volume. This anthology serves as a captivating educational journey, promoting introspection and dialogue on the human condition and the evolving interplay with technology. It invites readers to experience an array of emotional and intellectual landscapes, offering transformative insights into history's influence on futuristic thinking. A compelling collection for both scholars and casual readers, it enriches one's understanding while sparking curiosity about the narrative possibilities of the human experience.

Audiobook details

GenreLiterary Classics
Length7 hrs 31 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateSep 16, 2022
LanguageEnglish

Table of contents

1Introduction
19THE DREAM
2ON SUNDAY AT THREE
20ACCORDING TO MUMS
3SAMSON AGONISTES
21"SOME DAY—SOME WAY—SOMEHOW!"
4WHAT THE STAR SAID
22THE END OF THE JOURNEY
5SOMETHING OUT OF ANCIENT ROME
23SECOND FIDDLE
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6THE THING SHE COULD NOT EXPLAIN
24MOTHEREEN
7EVERY MAN HAS HIS PRICE
25THE WHITE DOVE
8"HAVE YOUR CAKE AND EAT IT, TOO!"
26THE VIGIL LIGHT
9"CAN YOU KEEP A SECRET?"
27THE ALBUM
10MARISE PUTS ON BLACK
28THE BEREAVED ONE
11THE CHURCH DOOR
29THE VISITORS' BOOK
12FOR BETTER, FOR WORSE
30THE TERRACE
13THE SPEAKING-TUBE
31STRAIGHT TALK
14AU REVOIR—TILL SOMETIME!
32STUMBLING IN THE DARK
15WHY THE BARGAIN WAS OFF
33ZÉLIE GETS EVEN
16THE BRIDAL SUITE
34WHEN SEVERANCE THREW DOWN THE KEY
17KEEPING UP APPEARANCES!
35THE END
18A SHOCK AND A SNUB OR TWO

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