Gilian The Dreamer: His Fancy, His Love and Adventure

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Gilian The Dreamer: His Fancy, His Love and Adventure

by Neil Munro

EN·~9 hours·40 chapters

Chapters

40 total
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GILIAN THE DREAMER - His Fancy, His Love and Adventure By Neil Munro

2:56
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GILIAN THE DREAMER

0:01
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PART I

0:00
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CHAPTER I—WHEN THE GEAN-TREE BLOSSOMED

13:54
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CHAPTER II—THE PENSIONERS

17:48
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CHAPTER III—THE FUNERAL

19:00
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CHAPTER IV—MISS MARY

26:34
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CHAPTER V—THE BROTHERS

20:19
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CHAPTER VI—COURT-MARTIAL

21:53
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CHAPTER VII—THE MAN ON THE QUAY

16:33

Description

A mist‑laden river valley awakens under rain‑slicked beech and the sweet perfume of blooming gean trees, setting a vivid backdrop for a young wanderer whose heart beats to the rhythm of the hills. He darts barefoot along the riverbank, clutching a piece of news that feels both urgent and ordinary, while the surrounding woods seem to whisper secret messages meant only for him. The prose captures his blend of restless curiosity and quiet reverence for the natural world, hinting at a mind that constantly drifts between observation and imagination.

Soon, his path will intersect with a cast of characters—from solemn pensioners to enigmatic strangers—each pulling him toward choices that echo his inner longing for purpose and adventure. The opening scenes offer a rich tapestry of folklore‑tinged scenery and a palpable sense of anticipation, inviting listeners to follow this dreamer as he steps from the safety of his familiar glen into a larger, unpredictable world.

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Language

en

Duration

~9 hours (547K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by David Widger

Release date

2007-08-01

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Neil Munro

Neil Munro

1864–1930

Best remembered for the comic Para Handy tales, this Scottish writer also built a wide career as a journalist, editor, critic, and novelist. His stories carry the feel of the west coast of Scotland, mixing humor, local speech, and a strong sense of place.

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