Uther and Igraine (Annotated)
Enriched Edition. Historical NovelBy Warwick Deeping
Length14h 44m
About this audiobook
Uther and Igraine is Warwick Deeping's early Arthurian romance, turning to the shadowed prehistory of Camelot: the passion of Uther Pendragon for Igraine, wife of Gorlois of Cornwall, and the turbulent political world from which Arthur will emerge. Written in a richly colored, archaizing prose characteristic of Edwardian medieval revivalism, the novel blends chivalric spectacle, fatal desire, and national myth, standing in dialogue with Malory, Tennyson, and the fin-de-siècle fascination with legendary Britain. Deeping, an English novelist trained as a physician and later a wartime medical officer, began his career with historical romances before achieving wider fame with Sorrell and Son. His interest in endurance, masculine authority, sacrifice, and emotional restraint is already visible here. Composed early in his literary life, Uther and Igraine reflects both his antiquarian imagination and the period's search for heroic origins amid modern uncertainty. Readers drawn to Arthurian literature, historical romance, and the ornate atmosphere of early twentieth-century mythmaking will find this novel rewarding. It is especially suited to those interested in how later writers reshaped medieval legend into psychological and national drama.
This enriched edition has been carefully crafted to add value to 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★★★★ 3.7 (128)
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GenreFantasy, Romance
Length14 hrs 44 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateJan 15, 2021
LanguageEnglish
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