Among the Brigands

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Among the Brigands

by James De Mille

EN·~6 hours

Chapters

Description

A bewildered traveler finds himself thrust into a riotous siege, the air filled with shouts, crashing furniture, and a frantic call for help. As the dust settles, he meets a rag‑clad band of beggars and a mysterious boy named David, whose desperate flight from an unseen menace pulls them into the rugged countryside of southern Italy. Their journey carries them through sun‑lit towns, ancient caves, and the shadowy ruins of a forgotten world, all while the threat of brigands looms ever closer.

The group’s uneasy alliance is tested as they navigate crumbling temples, cryptic signs, and a treacherous mountain pass, where a ferocious hag and a murderous crew of outlaws lurk. With each step, the line between reality and nightmare blurs, and the captive boy’s fate hangs in the balance. Listeners are drawn into a vivid tapestry of danger, humor, and reluctant heroism that promises an unforgettable first act of adventure.

Details

Language

en

Duration

~6 hours (399K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Release date

2009-07-03

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

James De Mille

James De Mille

1833–1880

A pioneering Canadian novelist and teacher, he wrote lively adventure stories, satire, and historical fiction that found a wide readership in the late 19th century. He is also remembered for the strange posthumous novel A Strange Manuscript Found in a Copper Cylinder, which later gained a lasting cult following.

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