Mrs. Day's Daughters

audiobook

Mrs. Day's Daughters

by Mary E. Mann

EN·~8 hours·34 chapters

Chapters

34 total
1

MARY E. MANN

0:14
2

CHAPTER I

21:26
3

CHAPTER II

14:35
4

CHAPTER III

11:20
5

CHAPTER IV

28:56
6

CHAPTER V

6:46
7

CHAPTER VI

15:51
8

CHAPTER VII

8:07
9

CHAPTER VIII

3:44
10

CHAPTER IX

19:32

Description

A lively New Year’s celebration sets the stage for this spirited portrait of a bustling household. When the patriarch, Mr. William Day, clumsily grabs a tambourine and forces himself onto the dance floor, his exuberant—if slightly embarrassing—performance becomes a catalyst for the family’s playful rivalries and tender moments. Through the eyes of his teenage daughter Deleah and her sisters, the reader catches a snapshot of a world where music, laughter, and the occasional misstep reveal deeper bonds.

Beyond the revelry, the narrative gently explores the everyday negotiations between duty and desire, especially for the daughters navigating their own identities amid expectations. Their witty banter and secret aspirations hint at larger stories of love, ambition, and the quiet strength that holds the family together. Listeners will find a charming blend of humor and heart, inviting them to step onto the floor and share in the Day family’s unforgettable night.

Details

Language

en

Duration

~8 hours (479K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Release date

2005-04-01

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

ME

Mary E. Mann

1848–1929

Best known for vivid novels and stories about Norfolk country life, this late-Victorian writer brought rural communities, hardship, and sharp social observation to the page. Her work was especially admired in the 1890s and early 1900s, and it still offers a lively picture of English village life.

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