Belle
Narrated by Maggie Mash
- Released
- May 8, 2014
- Length
- 6 hrs 19 mins
- Format
- Unabridged Audiobook
- Publisher
- William Collins
This audiobook tells the remarkable story of Dido Belle, an illegitimate, mixed-race woman raised by an aristocratic family in 18th-century England, highlighting her unique position in society and her family's influence. It explores her connection to significant historical events, including a court case that contributed to the abolition of slavery in Britain. Through the experiences of Dido and her family, the narrative offers a compelling look at issues of race, privilege, and social convention during that era.
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