The Phantoms of the Foot-Bridge, and Other Stories
Gothic Tales of Southern Isolation and Family SecretsBy Mary Noailles Murfree
Length7h 40m
About this audiobook
In "The Phantoms of the Foot-Bridge, and Other Stories," Mary Noailles Murfree deftly weaves a tapestry of Appalachian life and folklore, presenting a rich collection of tales steeped in the region's haunting beauty and cultural idiosyncrasies. The stories explore themes of love, loss, and the supernatural with a lyrical prose style reminiscent of both Romantic and Gothic literary traditions. Murfree'Äôs work is notable for its vivid imagery and the authentic voice she gives to her characters, reflecting the complexities of rural life against the backdrop of a rapidly changing America in the late 19th century. Mary Noailles Murfree, often referred to as "Charles Egbert Craddock," was one of the first female authors to gain recognition for her depictions of the Southern Appalachian region. Born in Tennessee, her close association with the landscape and its people deeply informed her writing. Murfree's experiences in the Smoky Mountains cultivated her ability to blend local dialects and folk tales, allowing her to explore broader social themes while remaining true to her roots. Readers seeking a profound exploration of the Southern Gothic tradition will find in Murfree's collection an engaging and illuminating experience. "The Phantoms of the Foot-Bridge" promises not only to enchant those drawn to the eerie and the ephemeral but also to enrich their understanding of an often-overlooked dimension of American literature.
Audiobook details
GenreRomance, Horror
Length7 hrs 40 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateApr 25, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
2THE PHANTOMS OF THE FOOT-BRIDGE
3HIS "DAY IN COURT"
4'WAY DOWN IN LONESOME COVE
5THE MOONSHINERS AT HOHO-HEBEE FALLS
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6I
7II
8THE RIDDLE OF THE ROCKS
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