Freckles (Romance of the Limberlost Swamp)
Enriched edition.By Gene Stratton-Porter
Length9h 40m
About this audiobook
In 'Freckles (Romance of the Limberlost Swamp)' by Gene Stratton-Porter, readers are transported to the enchanting world of the Limberlost Swamp where the protagonist, an orphan named Freckles, works as a timber guard. The book explores themes of nature, self-discovery, and love, with vivid descriptions of the lush surroundings and the challenges faced by the characters. Stratton-Porter's writing style is characterized by its lyrical prose and attention to detail, immersing readers in the beauty and mystery of the swamp. Set in early 20th-century Indiana, the novel reflects the author's own love for the natural world and her conservationist beliefs. Freckles is a heartwarming tale that highlights the power of perseverance, friendship, and finding one's place in the world. Gene Stratton-Porter's deep connection to nature shines through in this timeless classic, making it a must-read for anyone who appreciates a story that celebrates the wonders of the natural world and the resilience of the human spirit.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes.
- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.
- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing.
- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.
- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.
- 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
Rating★★★★ 4.2 (18.2K)
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GenreFantasy, General Fiction
Length9 hrs 40 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 17, 2020
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1A Daughter of the Land (Musaicum Children's Classics)
2Introduction
3Synopsis
4Historical Context
5CHARACTERS
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6CHAPTER I Wherein Great Risks Are Taken and the Limberlost Guard Is Hired
7CHAPTER II Wherein Freckles Proves His Mettle and Finds Friends
8CHAPTER III Wherein a Feather Falls and a Soul Is Born
9CHAPTER IV Wherein Freckles Faces Trouble Bravely and Opens the Way for New Experiences
10CHAPTER V Wherein an Angel Materializes and a Man Worships
11CHAPTER VI Wherein a Fight Occurs and Women Shoot Straight
12CHAPTER VII Wherein Freckles Wins Honor and Finds a Footprint on the Trail
13CHAPTER VIII Wherein Freckles Meets a Man of Affairs and Loses Nothing by the Encounter
14CHAPTER IX Wherein the Limberlost Falls upon Mrs. Duncan and Freckles Comes to the Rescue
15CHAPTER X Wherein Freckles Strives Mightily and the Swamp Angel Rewards Him
16CHAPTER XI Wherein the Butterflies Go on a Spree and Freckles Informs the Bird Woman
17CHAPTER XII Wherein Black Jack Captures Freckles and the Angel Captures Jack
18CHAPTER XIII Wherein the Angel Releases Freckles, and the Curse of Black Jack Falls upon Her
19CHAPTER XIV Wherein Freckles Nurses a Heartache and Black Jack Drops Out
20CHAPTER XV Wherein Freckles and the Angel Try Taking a Picture, and Little Chicken Furnishes the Subject
21CHAPTER XVI Wherein the Angel Locates a Rare Tree and Dines with the Gang
22CHAPTER XVII Wherein Freckles Offers His Life for His Love and Gets a Broken Body
23CHAPTER XVIII Wherein Freckles refuses Love Without Knowledge of Honorable Birth, and the Angel Goes in Quest of it
24CHAPTER XIX Wherein Freckles Finds His Birthright and the Angel Loses Her Heart
25CHAPTER XX Wherein Freckles returns to the Limberlost, and Lord O'More Sails for Ireland Without Him
26Analysis
27Reflection
28Memorable Quotes
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