Where Your Treasure Is
Being the Personal Narrative of Ross Sidney, DiverBy Holman Day
Length15h 58m
About this audiobook
In "Where Your Treasure Is," Holman Day masterfully intertwines themes of ambition, wealth, and the moral dilemmas that accompany material pursuits. Set against the backdrop of the early 20th century, a period marked by rapid industrialization and social change in America, the novel employs a rich narrative style characterized by vivid imagery and nuanced character development. Day's exploration of the American Dream is both critical and celebratory, probing the depths of human desire and the complexities of success. Through his dynamic prose, he invites readers to reflect on what truly constitutes treasure in life. Holman Day was a prominent figure in early American literature, deeply influenced by his own experiences navigating the complexities of societal expectations and personal aspirations. Having emerged from the late 19th-century literary scene, Day's works often reflect the moral questions of his time, particularly regarding capitalism and personal integrity. His profound understanding of human nature and society's fluctuating values shaped his writing, offering a mirror to the struggles faced by individuals in pursuit of their dreams. This compelling narrative is highly recommended for readers interested in the moral intricacies of the human condition. "Where Your Treasure Is" serves as both a captivating story and a thoughtful commentary on the nature of fulfillment. Readers will find themselves questioning their own definitions of treasure, making this book a timeless exploration of ambition and ethics.
Audiobook details
GenreHistorical Fiction, General Fiction
Length15 hrs 58 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateSep 15, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
11917
2I—BEING THE STRUGGLE OF AN AMATEUR AUTHOR TO GET A FAIR START
3II—ENDING WITH A MEETING ON PURGATORY HILL
4III—ON ACCOUNT OF A GIRL
5IV—THE TRAINING OF THE QUEEN OF “SHEBY”
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6V—SHOOING AWAY A SCAPEGOAT
7VI—HAVING TO DO WITH JODREY VOSE’s MAKING OP A DIVER
8VII—THE PSYCHOLOGY OF A PLUG-HAT|
9VIII—“TAKING IT OUT” ON A SUIT OF CLOTHES
10IX—A GRISLY GAME OF BOWLS
11X—THE ART OF PUTTING ON A FRONT
12XI—THE FAILURE OF AN UNCLE-TAMER
13XII—STARTING SOMETHING IN LEVANT
14XIII—THE MAN WHO TALKED IN THE DARK
15XIV—THE KICK-BACKS IN THIS SAMARITAN BUSINESS
16XV—A TIP FROM MR. DAWLIN
17XVI—GRABBING A HUSBAND AND FATHER
18XVII—MONEY HAS LEGS
19XVIII—THE ECCENTRICITIES OF ROYAL CITY
20XIX—THE JOB Of AN ALTRUIST
21XX—ACROSS CALLAS
22XXI—THE SKIRMISH-LINE
23XXII—MONEY ON THE GALLOP
24XXIII—THE CLEAN-UP
25XXIV—HOW SWEET IS THE HOME-COMING, EH?
26XXV—GRATITUDE!
27XXVI—CAPTAIN HOLSTROM ET AL.
28XXVII—MR. BEASON HORNS IN
29XXVIII—SORTING THE CHECKER-BOARD CREW
30XXIX—THE TELLTALE RIBS
31XXX—THE LOCKS OF THE SAND
32XXXI—A TASTE OF BLOOD
33XXXII—PER MISTER MONKEY
34XXXIII—THE HEART OF THE MILLIONS
35XXXIV—AMONG THIEVES
36XXXV—SUBMARINE PICKPOCKETS
37XXXVI—THE TERROR FROM THE NORTH
38THE END
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