Yermah the Dorado
Enriched edition. The story of a lost raceBy Frona Eunice Wait
Length13h 4m
About this audiobook
In "Yermah the Dorado," Frona Eunice Wait crafts a richly woven narrative that explores themes of identity, discovery, and the perennial quest for belonging. Set against a backdrop of both myth and reality, the novel combines an evocative literary style with elements of adventure and introspection, inviting readers into a surreal yet meticulously detailed world. The protagonist's journey towards the legendary land of Dorado symbolizes the deeper human search for purpose and fulfillment, reflecting Wait's adept use of allegory to address the existential dilemmas faced by individuals in a rapidly changing society. Frona Eunice Wait, a prominent figure in American literature and an advocate for women's rights in the late 19th century, drew inspiration from her own experiences as a traveler and social reformer. Her diverse background shaped her sympathetic portrayals of marginalized characters, particularly women seeking autonomy in restrictive social frameworks. The culmination of her intellectual pursuits, Wait's fiction not only entertains but also challenges the status quo, revealing the limitations imposed by culture and tradition. "Yermah the Dorado" is a captivating read for anyone interested in literature that transcends mere entertainment to probe philosophical questions about existence and societal roles. With its lyrical prose and profound thematic depth, this novel is an essential addition to the bookshelf of those yearning for a thoughtful exploration of the human spirit.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.
Audiobook details
GenreFantasy, Historical Fiction
Length13 hrs 4 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateAug 21, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
19CHAPTER SIXTEEN THE FEASTING—THE DANCING AND THE BETROTHAL CUP
2FOREWORD
20CHAPTER SEVENTEEN THE JEWEL BOOK AND WHAT CAME OF IT
3TO GOLDEN GATE PARK
21CHAPTER EIGHTEEN YERMAH BECOMES ONE OF THE WHITE STAR BROTHERHOOD
4CHAPTER ONE
22CHAPTER NINETEEN AKAZA KEEPS HIS VOW AND IS FINALLY FREE
5CHAPTER TWO THE CITY OF TLAMCO—ITS TEMPLES AND MARKETPLACES
23CHAPTER TWENTY THE DORADO FACED UTTER NEGATION OF SELF
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6CHAPTER THREE THE VIRGINS OF THE SUN AND THE VOICE OF TLAMCO
24CHAPTER TWENTY-ONE A COMMEMORATION OF HUMILIATION AND DESPAIR
7CHAPTER FOUR DISPATCHING RUNNERS TO THE YO-SEMITE
25CHAPTER TWENTY-TWO THE ARROW-HEAD MEMORIAL TO THE LOST MONBAS TRIBES
8CHAPTER FIVE THE TEMPLE OF LOVE IN THE LAND OF FIRE
26CHAPTER TWENTY-THREE FOR REASONS OF STATE—ORONDO ESPOUSES ILDIKO
9CHAPTER SIX THE AGREEMENT TO ARBITRATE THEIR SEVERAL DIFFERENCES
27CHAPTER TWENTY-FOUR THE TRIBUNALS OF GOD DEAL WITH ALCAMAYN
10CHAPTER SEVEN KEŒCIA VISITS THE ENCHANTED GARDENS
28CHAPTER TWENTY-FIVE RAHULA’S DENUNCIATION OF YERMAH—AT THE FUNERAL OF ORONDO
11CHAPTER EIGHT A COVETED SPOT AND A PRICELESS TREASURE
29CHAPTER TWENTY-SIX “DOWN WITH THE APOSTATE, YERMAH”—STRIFE IN TLAMCO
12CHAPTER NINE THE WOMEN’S DAY IN BOOTH AND BAZAAR
30CHAPTER TWENTY-SEVEN THE SHOCK OF CONFLICT AND YERMAH’S OVERTHROW
13CHAPTER TEN THE FORTUNE THAT WAS TOLD WITH TAROT CARDS
31CHAPTER TWENTY-EIGHT THE OATH OF ALLEGIANCE TO SETOS AND RAHULA
14CHAPTER ELEVEN A REALIZATION OF LOVE WHICH BEGGARED LANGUAGE
32CHAPTER TWENTY-NINE THE MEMENTO FOR GENERATIONS—BUILT BY SERPENT KINGS
15CHAPTER TWELVE “A BROTHERHOOD VOW BINDS THE SOUL!”
33CHAPTER THIRTY YERMAH RETURNS TO THE MOUNTAIN PEAKS OF ATLANTIS
16CHAPTER THIRTEEN
34CHAPTER THIRTY-ONE FINAL PEACE IS MADE WITH COSMIC LAW
17CHAPTER FOURTEEN THE VIRGIN EARTH WILL NOT SUBMIT TO MAN’S DEFILEMENT
35Memorable Quotes
18CHAPTER FIFTEEN A TRIUMPH—AND A WORDLESS COVENANT
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