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In Westminster's Halls
- A Pride and Prejudice Variation
- Narrated by: Benjamin Fife
- Length: 14 hrs and 44 mins
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Summary
With a narrative steeped in duplicity and conspiratorial intrigue, “In Westminster Halls” offers a unique speculative journey into the world of Jane Austen. This bold exploration delves into the existential issue of slavery. Set against the backdrop of Regency privilege, sexual nuance, and callous indifference, Jacobson's masterful storytelling will captivate you, leaving you yearning for more. It's a portrayal of Meryton’s beloved characters like you've never seen.
Robert W. Smith, award-winning author of A Long Way from Clare
In 1807, a dark stain marred British society. It wasn't Napoleon or the War. The slave trade divided Britons along economic and moral lines. In Westminster Halls is a tale that unites Longbourn, Pemberley, and Matlock in a mission to end the trafficking of human souls.
Powerful forces are determined to silence Bennet, while Wickham is sent to manipulate Darcy. Amidst mystery, danger, and politics, Elizabeth Bennet and Fitzwilliam Darcy navigate mutual prejudice and willful pride, striving for a future in a world where all are free. Their journey is a testament to love’s power.
In Westminster’s Halls seeks to fill Austen’s great silence on slavery. The book speculates, with a touch of audacity, how Austen’s beloved characters would have behaved if true-life events were part of Pride and Prejudice.
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- Sophia
- 25-08-24
Romance and Politics!
The question of slavery, of owning another human being, – has been debated many times over and was abolished across the world in the middle years of the 19th century.
In Don Jacobson’s book, the plot has been moved to 1806, where Longbourn and Pemberley are brought in on the burning question in parliament. Will Darcy stand his ground or will he wilt from pressure? Will Bennet show his face or hide behind his adversary?
Should any country own human beings or transport them?
Of course, Darcy and Elizabeth meet and sparks and words fly. As the debate about slavery is winning ground! Pride and prejudice are opponents – manipulation, prejudice, misunderstanding, and eventually love plays central roles in this battle for freedom for human beings.
Longbourn and Pemberley are brought low, and high, throughout this tale, and eventually to a satisfying conclusion and personally I couldn’t put the book down! I read it in one sitting!
Many new characters were presented, and many old ones were added to the tapestry of London in his political, historical and utterly fascinating story! The focus on the different kinds of love, also finds a place in this universe, as our beloved couple dance and debate throughout the political discussion, and as they fall for each other.
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