Jewel: A Chapter in Her Life

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Jewel: A Chapter in Her Life

by Clara Louise Burnham

EN·~8 hours

Chapters

Description

A young coachman named Zekiel steps into a world of polished harnesses and elegant carriage rides, leaving behind the rough‑and‑ready rhythm of a grocery wagon. Under the watchful eye of his devoted mother, he grapples with the expectations of his new employer, the respected Mr. Evringham, whose estate offers both the serenity of rolling hills and the subtle pressures of high society. The early scenes capture the clash of humble origins with genteel ambition, hinting at the personal growth and delicate balances that lie ahead.

As Zekiel navigates his duties, the narrative introduces a cast of characters whose lives intersect around the bustling barn and the expansive parklands. Their conversations reveal hidden hopes, familial pride, and the quiet yearning for a better future. Listeners will be drawn into a richly painted portrait of turn‑of‑the‑century life, where every polished buckle and whispered remark carries the promise of change.

Details

Language

en

Duration

~8 hours (461K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Dagny; Emma Dudding; John Bickers; David Widger

Release date

2006-03-31

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Clara Louise Burnham

Clara Louise Burnham

1854–1927

A popular American novelist of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, she wrote lively, character-driven fiction that reached a wide readership. She was also the daughter of composer George Frederick Root, linking her literary career to a well-known musical family.

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