Sawn Off: A Tale of a Family Tree

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Sawn Off: A Tale of a Family Tree

by George Manville Fenn

EN·~5 hours·24 chapters

Chapters

24 total

Volume One—Chapter One. - Naboth and his Vineyard.

5:08

Volume One—Chapter Two. - His Lordship is Angry.

4:42

Volume One—Chapter Three. - How the Doctor Hit.

9:48

Volume One—Chapter Four. - Stop!

9:39

Volume One—Chapter Five. - Denis Apologises.

11:04

Volume One—Chapter Six. - Sawn Off.

5:45

Volume One—Chapter Seven. - Good-Bye.

6:29

Volume One—Chapter Eight. - Doctor Salado’s Magic.

6:16

Volume Two—Chapter One. - The Gilded Pill—A Homely Comedy. - Dove and Daws.

21:34

Volume Two—Chapter Two. - Hopper—Ship’s Husband.

22:55

Description

In a quiet English countryside a recently purchased cottage becomes the stage for a lively family drama. Doctor Salado, a half‑Spanish physician, and his daughter Veronica navigate a tangled dispute over a vineyard, looming construction, and the prideful demands of a local lord. Their banter mixes affection, cultural clash, and a hint of impending upheaval, setting a tone that is both humorous and heartfelt.

As they confront the aggressive landowner’s plans and a mysterious auction that threatens their modest dream, the Salados must balance duty, desire, and the lingering influence of their South American past. The narrative weaves together humor, romance, and generational tension, promising listeners a vivid portrait of clashing worlds. It’s a story of stubborn love and the lengths a family will go to protect what they cherish.

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Language

en

Duration

~5 hours (308K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England

Release date

Sep 5, 2012

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

Subjects

About the author

George Manville Fenn

George Manville Fenn

1831–1909

Best known for lively adventure stories, this Victorian writer also worked as a teacher, journalist, and editor before turning his energy to fiction. His books often mix action, curiosity, and a strong sense of place, which helped make him a popular author for younger readers.

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