Through the Magic Door
Autobiographical WritingsBy Arthur Conan Doyle
Length4h 56m
About this audiobook
Through the Magic Door is a reflective bibliophile's journey in which Arthur Conan Doyle shares his love of literature and the cherished books on his shelves. Writing as a genial host, Doyle invites readers to pass through the "magic door" into his study, where he muses on classic authors and the profound companionship books offer. With warm anecdotes and personal insights, he discusses favorite works by Dickens, Scott, and more, illustrating how literature can transport readers beyond everyday troubles into worlds of imagination. This collection of informal essays celebrates the joy of reading and the deep emotional and intellectual bonds one forms with beloved books and their authors. Doyle's enthusiasm and gentle humor make this a charming homage to the written word and its transformative power.
Keywords: Arthur Conan Doyle, literature, books, reading, bibliophile, classic authors, essays, imagination, library, favorite books, literary musings, Victorian literature, personal anecdotes, inspiration, bookish charm, reflective, nostalgia, authorship, storytelling, influence, intellectual life
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GenreLiterary Classics
Length4 hrs 56 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateAug 1, 2025
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Through the Magic Door
8CHAPTER VII
2CHAPTER I
9CHAPTER VIII
3CHAPTER II
10CHAPTER IX
4CHAPTER III
11CHAPTER X
5CHAPTER IV
12CHAPTER XI
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6CHAPTER V
13CHAPTER XII.
7CHAPTER VI
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