About this book
John Kendrick Bangs brings literary mischief to the afterlife in The Pursuit of the House-Boat, a delightfully inventive fantasy sequel that reunites history's most captivating minds in the most unexpected circumstances. When Captain Kidd and his crew of disreputable shades steal the house-boat from the River Styx—along with the spirited women of Hades, including Queen Elizabeth and the formidable Xanthippe—the Associated Shades must mount an audacious rescue mission across unknown seas.
This witty thought-experiment continues Bangs' imaginative premise of gathering historical and fictional figures for clever dialogue and satirical adventures. Bangs blends mythology, literature, and humor as Sherlock Holmes leads the desperate pursuit to recover both the beloved floating clubhouse and its kidnapped residents. The novel is a masterclass in irreverent comedy, where classical figures engage in contemporary banter and absurdist situations unfold with whimsical logic.
Perfect for listeners who relish clever wordplay, literary satire, and fantastical premises, The Pursuit of the House-Boat offers escapist entertainment with intellectual depth. Whether you're a fan of Victorian-era humor, creative retellings that blend history with imagination, or simply looking for something wonderfully eccentric and entertaining, this audiobook delivers imaginative storytelling that remains refreshingly original over a century after its publication.
