About this book
Affairs of State: Being an Account of Certain Surprising Adventures Which Befell an American Family in the Land of Windmills by Burton Egbert Stevenson launches listeners into a rollicking turn-of-the-century tale of manners, misadventure, and transatlantic culture clash.
Set against the wind-swept Dutch coast and punctuated by seaside promenades, narrow intrigues, and theatrical rescues, Stevenson follows the Rushford family as their American frankness collides with European aristocracy, mysterious princes, a meddlesome dowager, and the occasional skeleton in a closet. Witty and observant, the novel blends comic adventure with social satire—exploring themes of pride, patriotism, love, and the awkward diplomacy of family life abroad. Originally published in 1906, its early 20th-century sensibilities and lively character sketches make it a gem of classic fiction and literature, full of period detail and playful moral commentary.
Perfect for listeners who enjoy vintage travel tales, social comedy, and light-hearted historical fiction, this audiobook is ideal for anyone who loves spirited characters, clever dialogue, and a brisk, entertaining escape into an earlier era.
