The Feathered Serpent
A Thrilling Tale of Mystery, Intrigue, and Mythology in 20th Century MexicoBy Edgar Wallace
Length6h 51m
About this audiobook
Edgar Wallace's "The Feathered Serpent" is a gripping exploration of the intersection between myth and reality, set against the backdrop of the early 20th-century fascination with Central America and its ancient civilizations. Wallace'Äôs narrative style is both vivid and suspenseful, employing rich descriptions that transport the reader to the lush landscapes and intricate cultures of the Aztec world. As a pioneer in the genre of detective fiction, Wallace utilizes elements of adventure and mystery, weaving them seamlessly into a plot filled with deception, intrigue, and the thrill of the chase. Edgar Wallace, a prolific British writer known for his ability to encapsulate the zeitgeist of his era, draws upon his experiences as a journalist and playwright to infuse "The Feathered Serpent" with both journalistic detail and dramatic flair. His deep-seated interest in societal issues, combined with his travels and exposure to diverse cultures, significantly influenced his portrayal of human motives and cultural dilemmas within the narrative, reflecting the complexities of colonial attitudes during his time. This novel is a captivating read for those who appreciate a blend of historical adventure and psychological insight. Readers interested in early 20th-century literature, colonial themes, or the rich tapestry of myth and human conflict will find Wallace'Äôs work both enlightening and entertaining, making it a timeless piece worthy of exploration.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 3.7 (527)
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GenreHistorical Fiction, Mystery and Thriller
Length6 hrs 51 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 9, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Chapter 1 (pt. 1)
2Chapter 1 (pt. 2)
3Chapter 1 (pt. 3)
THE SCI-FI COLLECTION OF EDGAR WALLACEEdgar Wallace17h 30m$2.99 · $0.00
Edgar Wallace: 69 Kriminalromane & Detektivgeschichten in einem BandEdgar Wallace299h 46m4.4 (104)$1 · $0.00
Die seltsame Gräfin: KriminalromanEdgar Wallace7h 58m3.3 (317)$1 · $0.00
Mr. J. G. Reeder Collection: 5 Mystery Novels & 4 Detective StoriesEdgar Wallace35h 32m4.2 (18)$2.99 · $0.00
Großfuß: KriminalromanEdgar Wallace9h 20m3.5 (175)$1 · $0.00
Das Gesicht im Dunkel: KriminalromanEdgar Wallace6h 6m3.7 (255)$1 · $0.00
Der DoppelgängerEdgar Wallace7h 14m3.6 (123)$1 · $0.00
Penelope von der ›Polyantha‹Edgar Wallace6h 31m3.0 (33)$1 · $0.00
The Complete Crime Novels of Edgar Wallace (90 Novels in One Edition)Edgar Wallace670h 32m4.3 (19)$3.99 · $0.00
Der grüne Bogenschütze: KriminalromanEdgar Wallace15h 44m3.9 (3.1K)$1 · $0.00
Ausgewählte Werke von Edgar WallaceEdgar Wallace374h 35m4.3 (21)$2 · $0.00
Das Geheimnis der gelben Narzissen (Spionageroman)Edgar Wallace8h 18m3.8 (1.8K)$1 · $0.00
DAS TRIPLE-CRIME BUNDLEEdgar Wallace2h 8m$5 · $0.00
Mysteries of the Occult: 20 Supernatural Thriller ClassicsEdgar Wallace, H. P. Lovecraft, Jean Webster, Ambrose Bierce, Carolyn Wells, Sheridan Le Fanu, L. T. Meade, Edward S. Sorenson, Algernon Blackwood, Arthur Conan Doyle, Wilkie Collins, Robert Louis Stevenson, M. P. Shiel, E. W. Hornung, Herbert G. de Lisser, Charles Beadle, Louise Jordan Miln153h 27m4.2 (11)$1.99
Der Rächer (Kommentiert)Edgar Wallace9h 11m3.3 (183)$1 · $0.00
Edgar Wallace: 69 Kriminalromane & Detektivgeschichten in einem Band (Kommentiert)Edgar Wallace303h 36m$1 · $0.00
Der Brigant (Kommentiert)Edgar Wallace7h 42m4.1 (14)$1 · $0.00
Edgar Wallace Mysteries (Premium Collection of 20 Best Thriller Novels) (Annotated)Edgar Wallace148h 39m4.2 (19)$2 · $0.00
Smithy and Nobby Series: 6 Book Collection with 90+ Stories in One Volume (Annotated)Edgar Wallace23h 37m$2 · $0.00
Überfallkommando (Ein spannender Krimi-Klassiker) (Kommentiert)Edgar Wallace9h 56m3.9 (214)$1 · $0.00
Under the Light of the Italian MoonJennifer Anton12h 28m4.5 (5.3K)$23 · $0.00
Jubilee, 50th Anniversary EditionMargaret Walker15h 43m4.5 (9.5K)$25 · $0.00
Pride and PrejudiceJane Austen14h 44m4.4 (4.7M)$2 · $0.00
Flying Colours (Annotated)Cecil Louis Troughton Smith9h 26m4.4 (10.1K)$2 · $0.00
With Love from HarlemReShonda Tate13h 48m4.5 (2K)$6 · $0.00
Sweet Home Highland ChristmasMay McGoldrick, Jan Coffey2h 54m4.5 (1.4K)$7 · $0.00
Rilla of InglesideL. M. Montgomery12h 25m4.4 (67.5K)$2 · $0.00
Death Comes for the Archbishop (Annotated)Willa Cather9h 13m4.4 (4.7K)$2 · $0.00
The Alice NetworkKate Quinn15h 7m4.4 (887.1K)$33 · $0.00
The Goddess of WarsawLisa Barr13h 4m4.4 (36.4K)$33 · $0.00
The Ohio River Trilogy: Betty Zane, The Spirit of the Border & The Last TrailZane Grey29h 8m4.4 (1.8K)$1 · $0.00
The Attic ChildLola Jaye14h 46m4.4 (21K)$33 · $0.00
Martyr of the CatacombsJames De Mille3h 41m4.5 (744)$1 · $0.00
Quo VadisHenryk Sienkiewicz22h 52m4.4 (62K)$21 · $0.00
Bring Up The BodiesHilary Mantel14h 35m4.4 (150K)$33 · $0.00
By the Shores of Silver LakeLaura Ingalls Wilder7h 38m4.4 (103.7K)$1 · $0.00
Sexy/DangerousBeverly Jenkins10h 19m4.4 (2.3K)$29 · $0.00
Trustee from the ToolroomNevil Shute Norway11h 42m4.4 (10.5K)$1 · $0.00
Chasing CassandraLisa Kleypas8h 59m4.3 (108.3K)$29 · $0.00
Deeper than the OceanMirta Ojito12h 29m4.4 (927)$29 · $0.00
Crime and Punishment (The Unabridged Garnett Translation) (Annotated)Fyodor Dostoevsky24h 25m4.5 (15.4K)$1.99 · $0.00
Three ComradesErich Maria Remarque15h 50m4.5 (47.3K)$2 · $0.00
AngelAnita Waller10h 30m4.6 (672)$30 · $0.00
The BorderDon Winslow29h 8m4.5 (35.7K)$53 · $0.00
FlashpointCatherine Coulter11h 38m4.5 (11.6K)$29 · $0.00
The Gothic Works of Edgar Allan Poe (Illustrated Edition)Edgar Allan Poe21h 5m4.5 (2.9K)$1.99 · $0.00
The Man in the Brown Suit & They Came to BaghdadAgatha Christie15h 43m4.6 (495)$33 · $0.00
Fang Si-Chi's First Love ParadiseYi-Han Lin8h 25m4.5 (4K)$26 · $0.00
The Rose CodeKate Quinn16h 2m4.4 (493.7K)$33 · $0.00
No Woman Left BehindJulie Moffett8h 49m4.5 (3K)$25 · $0.00
CovertJanie Crouch6h 15m4.5 (2K)$12 · $0.00
Cold Case InvestigationNicole Helm5h 30m4.6 (321)$5 · $0.00
The ReunionJana DeLeon6h 31m4.5 (1.6K)$12 · $0.00
Courage Under FireSharon Dunn5h 50m4.5 (730)$24 · $0.00
Decoding the TruthJulie Miller7h 31m4.6 (350)$12 · $0.00
Murder Gone ColdB.J. Daniels5h 50m4.5 (562)$12 · $0.00
Crime and PunishmentFyodor Mikhailovich Dostoevsky22h 22m4.4 (1.3M)$0.60 · $0.00
Crime and PunishmentFyodor Dostoyevsky23h 14m4.4 (1.3M)$1 · $0.00
Exit FeeBrad Taylor3h 16m4.5 (1.9K)$18 · $0.00
Sworn to ProtectShirlee McCoy5h 7m4.5 (1K)$12 · $0.00
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