Length10h 42m
About this audiobook
In "Jezebel's Daughter," Wilkie Collins intricately weaves a tale of love, betrayal, and the powerful bonds between mothers and daughters, all set against the backdrop of Victorian society's moral constraints. Collins employs his characteristic blend of sensationalism and psychological depth, utilizing a first-person narrative that immerses the reader in the complex emotional landscapes of his characters. The novel confronts themes of gender, societal expectations, and the repercussions of personal choices through the lens of its vivid protagonists, particularly in the figure of the enigmatic and tragic Jezebel, whose life reflects the struggles of women navigating a patriarchal world. Wilkie Collins, a contemporary of Charles Dickens and a pioneer of detective fiction, often drew on his own experiences and observations of Victorian life to explore societal norms and human morality. His enduring fascination with the darker aspects of human nature, coupled with his interest in the plight of women in a repressive society, informs much of the narrative in "Jezebel's Daughter," highlighting the conflicts that arise from personal desire and societal expectation. This compelling novel is recommended for readers interested in Victorian literature, gender studies, and psychological drama. Collins' rich prose and deft characterizations make "Jezebel's Daughter" a significant exploration of the complexities of love and morality, inviting readers to ponder the facets of human relationships and societal constraints.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 3.7 (1.5K)
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GenreHistorical Fiction, Mystery and Thriller
Length10 hrs 42 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateAug 10, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1BETWEEN THE PARTS
26CHAPTER XXII
2POSTSCRIPT
27CHAPTER XXIII
3PART I
28CHAPTER XXIV
4MR. DAVID GLENNEY CONSULTS HIS MEMORY AND OPENS THE STORY
29CHAPTER XXV
5CHAPTER I
30BETWEEN THE PARTS
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6CHAPTER II
31MR. DAVID GLENNEY PRODUCES HIS CORRESPONDENCE, AND THROWS SOME NEW LIGHTS ON THE STORY
7CHAPTER III
32I
8CHAPTER IV
33II
9CHAPTER V
34III
10CHAPTER VI
35PART II
11CHAPTER VII
36MR. DAVID GLENNEY COLLECTS HIS MATERIALS AND CONTINUES THE STORY HISTORICALLY
12CHAPTER VIII
37CHAPTER I
13CHAPTER IX
38CHAPTER II
14CHAPTER X
39CHAPTER III
15CHAPTER XI
40CHAPTER IV
16CHAPTER XII
41CHAPTER V
17CHAPTER XIII
42CHAPTER VI
18CHAPTER XIV
43CHAPTER VII
19CHAPTER XV
44CHAPTER VIII
20CHAPTER XVI
45CHAPTER IX
21CHAPTER XVII
46CHAPTER X
22CHAPTER XVIII
47CHAPTER XI
23CHAPTER XIX
48CHAPTER XII
24CHAPTER XX
49CHAPTER XIII
25CHAPTER XXI
50CHAPTER XIV
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