Length29h 55m
About this audiobook
Lucas Malet's 'The History of Sir Richard Calmady' is a complex and engaging novel that delves into themes of disability, familial relationships, and societal expectations in late 19th-century England. The book is written in a descriptive and introspective style, allowing readers to fully immerse themselves in the inner thoughts and struggles of the characters. Malet's use of psychological realism adds depth to the narrative, providing a rich exploration of human emotions and motivations. The novel also reflects the literary context of the time, with its focus on psychological complexities and social norms. Overall, 'The History of Sir Richard Calmady' is a thought-provoking read that offers insight into the complexities of human nature and societal expectations. Lucas Malet, the pseudonym of Mary St Leger Harrison, was a British author known for her insightful explorations of human emotions and relationships. Her own experiences and observations likely inspired her to delve into the themes of disability and societal expectations in 'The History of Sir Richard Calmady.' Readers who enjoy psychological realism and thought-provoking narratives will find this book a captivating and rewarding read.
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Rating★★★★ 3.5 (23)
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GenreGeneral Fiction, Romance
Length29 hrs 55 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateJan 4, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1PERSUASION & EMMA
2BOOK I THE CLOWN
3CHAPTER I ACQUAINTING THE READER WITH A FAIR DOMAIN AND THE MAKER THEREOF
4CHAPTER II GIVING THE VERY EARLIEST INFORMATION OBTAINABLE OF THE HERO OF THIS BOOK
5CHAPTER III TOUCHING MATTERS CLERICAL AND CONTROVERSIAL
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6CHAPTER IV RAISING PROBLEMS WHICH IT IS THE PURPOSE OF THIS HISTORY TO RESOLVE
7CHAPTER V IN WHICH JULIUS MARCH BEHOLDS THE VISION OF THE NEW LIFE
8CHAPTER VI ACCIDENT OR DESTINY, ACCORDING TO YOUR HUMOUR
9CHAPTER VII MRS. WILLIAM ORMISTON SACRIFICES A WINE-GLASS TO FATE
10CHAPTER VIII ENTER A CHILD OF PROMISE
11CHAPTER IX IN WHICH KATHERINE CALMADY LOOKS ON HER SON
12CHAPTER X THE BIRDS OF THE AIR TAKE THEIR BREAKFAST
13BOOK II THE BREAKING OF DREAMS
14CHAPTER I RECORDING SOME ASPECTS OF A SMALL PILGRIM'S PROGRESS
15CHAPTER II IN WHICH OUR HERO IMPROVES HIS ACQUAINTANCE WITH MANY THINGS—HIMSELF INCLUDED
16CHAPTER III CONCERNING THAT WHICH, THANK GOD, HAPPENS ALMOST EVERY DAY
17CHAPTER IV WHICH SMELLS VERY VILELY OF THE STABLE
18CHAPTER V IN WHICH DICKIE IS INTRODUCED TO A LITTLE DANCER WITH BLUSH-ROSES IN HER HAT
19CHAPTER VI DEALING WITH A PHYSICIAN OF THE BODY AND A PHYSICIAN OF THE SOUL
20CHAPTER VII AN ATTEMPT TO MAKE THE BEST OF IT
21CHAPTER VIII TELLING, INCIDENTALLY, OF A BROKEN-DOWN POSTBOY AND A COUNTRY FAIR
22BOOK III LA BELLE DAME SANS MERCI
23CHAPTER I IN WHICH OUR HERO'S WORLD GROWS SENSIBLY WIDER
24CHAPTER II TELLING HOW DICKIE'S SOUL WAS SOMEWHAT SICK, AND HOW HE MET FAIR WOMEN ON THE CONFINES OF A WOOD
25CHAPTER III IN WHICH RICHARD CONFIRMS ONE JUDGMENT AND REVERSES ANOTHER
26CHAPTER IV JULIUS MARCH BEARS TESTIMONY
27CHAPTER V TELLING HOW QUEEN MARY'S CRYSTAL BALL CAME TO FALL ON THE GALLERY FLOOR
28CHAPTER VI IN WHICH DICKIE TRIES TO RIDE AWAY FROM HIS OWN SHADOW, WITH SUCH SUCCESS AS MIGHT HAVE BEEN ANTICIPATED
29CHAPTER VII WHEREIN THE READER IS COURTEOUSLY INVITED TO IMPROVE HIS ACQUAINTANCE WITH CERTAIN PERSONS OF QUALITY
30CHAPTER VIII RICHARD PUTS HIS HAND TO A PLOUGH FROM WHICH THERE IS NO TURNING BACK
31CHAPTER IX WHICH TOUCHES INCIDENTALLY ON MATTERS OF FINANCE
32CHAPTER X MR. LUDOVIC QUAYLE AMONG THE PROPHETS
33CHAPTER XI CONTAINING SAMPLES BOTH OF EARTHLY AND HEAVENLY LOVE
34BOOK IV A SLIP BETWIXT CUP AND LIP
35CHAPTER I LADY LOUISA BARKING TRACES THE FINGER OF PROVIDENCE
36CHAPTER II TELLING HOW VANITY FAIR MADE ACQUAINTANCE WITH RICHARD CALMADY
37CHAPTER III IN WHICH KATHERINE TRIES TO NAIL UP THE WEATHERGLASS TO SET FAIR
38CHAPTER IV A LESSON UPON THE ELEVENTH COMMANDMENT—"PARENTS OBEY YOUR CHILDREN"
39CHAPTER V IPHIGENIA
40CHAPTER VI IN WHICH HONORIA ST. QUENTIN TAKES THE FIELD
41CHAPTER VII RECORDING THE ASTONISHING VALOUR DISPLAYED BY A CERTAIN SMALL MOUSE IN A CORNER
42CHAPTER VIII A MANIFESTATION OF THE SPIRIT
43CHAPTER IX IN WHICH DICKIE SHAKES HANDS WITH THE DEVIL
44BOOK V RAKE'S PROGRESS
45CHAPTER I IN WHICH THE READER IS COURTEOUSLY ENTREATED TO GROW OLDER BY THE SPACE OF SOME FOUR YEARS, AND TO SAIL SOUTHWARD HO! AWAY
46CHAPTER II WHEREIN TIME IS DISCOVERED TO HAVE WORKED CHANGES
47CHAPTER III HELEN DE VALLORBES APPREHENDS VEXATIOUS COMPLICATIONS
48CHAPTER IV "MATER ADMIRABILIS"
49CHAPTER V EXIT CAMP
50CHAPTER VI IN WHICH M. PAUL DESTOURNELLE HAS THE BAD TASTE TO THREATEN TO UPSET THE APPLE-CART
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