Priorsford (Historical Novel)
Enriched edition.By O. Douglas
Length11h 19m
About this audiobook
In O. Douglas' historical novel, 'Priorsford', readers are transported to a quaint Scottish town where the lives of the residents intertwine in a tapestry of love, community, and growth. The author's prose is rich with descriptive details that bring the setting to life, allowing readers to immerse themselves in the nostalgia of a bygone era. The novel captures the essence of small-town living and explores themes of friendship, loss, and resilience, making it a poignant and heartfelt read in the literary context of early 20th-century fiction. O. Douglas, the pseudonym of Anna Masterton Buchan, draws upon her own experiences growing up in a rural Scottish community to create a story that is both authentic and evocative. Her background as a poet and playwright shines through in the lyrical language and emotional depth of 'Priorsford', making it a standout work in her prolific literary career. I highly recommend 'Priorsford' to readers who appreciate eloquent storytelling, nuanced character development, and vivid portrayals of a bygone era. O. Douglas' masterful blend of history and fiction makes this novel a captivating and immersive reading experience that is sure to resonate with audiences of all ages.
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 (499)
Includes Goodreads, Amazon, LibraryThing, StoryGraph
GenreHistorical Fiction, General Fiction
Length11 hrs 19 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 17, 2020
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The Yellow Poppy (Historical Novel)
25CHAPTER XVII
2Marcia Schuyler (Romance Classic)
26CHAPTER XVIII
3The City of Fire
27CHAPTER XIX
4The Old Inns of England (Vol. 1&2)
28CHAPTER XX
5Cloudy Jewel & Aunt Crete's Emancipation
29CHAPTER XXI
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6Introduction
30CHAPTER XXII
7Synopsis
31CHAPTER XXIII
8Historical Context
32CHAPTER XXIV
9Priorsford (Historical Novel)
33CHAPTER XXV
10CHAPTER II
34CHAPTER XXVI
11CHAPTER III
35CHAPTER XXVII
12CHAPTER IV
36CHAPTER XXVIII
13CHAPTER V
37CHAPTER XXIX
14CHAPTER VI
38CHAPTER XXX
15CHAPTER VII
39CHAPTER XXXI
16CHAPTER VIII
40CHAPTER XXXII
17CHAPTER IX
41CHAPTER XXXIII
18CHAPTER X
42CHAPTER XXXIV
19CHAPTER XI
43CHAPTER XXXV
20CHAPTER XII
44CHAPTER XXXVI
21CHAPTER XIII
45Analysis
22CHAPTER XIV
46Reflection
23CHAPTER XV
47Memorable Quotes
24CHAPTER XVI
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