by H. De Vere Stacpoole
About this book
Beach of Dreams by H. De Vere Stacpoole plunges listeners into a tide of passion, danger, and class conflict aboard two ships caught in a merciless storm. A three-master called the Albatross and the elegant Gaston de Paris bring together rough-handed sailors—Harbutt and Raft—and the world-weary Prince Selm, the eccentric Madame de Warens, and the proud young Cleo de Bromsart, whose refusal of a proposal sparks tensions that swell as the sea turns treacherous.
Stacpoole's novel is a vivid sea story and romantic adventure set against the early 20th-century seafaring life, evoking Edwardian manners and the sharp divisions between social ranks. The narrative balances thrilling maritime action—rigging climbed in gale-force winds, ships listing and drifting—with quieter examinations of desire, duty, and the brittle theater of class and temperament. The prose is lyrical and atmospheric, capturing salt-spray details and the moral complexity of its characters without resorting to melodrama.
Ideal for fans of classic literature, nautical adventures, and character-driven romance, this audiobook offers immersive storytelling and period charm for listeners who relish atmospheric sea tales and thoughtful explorations of love and courage.
