An Unsocial Socialist (A Humorous Take on the Socialism of Victorian England)
Enriched edition.By George Bernard Shaw
Length16h 29m
About this audiobook
In 'An Unsocial Socialist,' George Bernard Shaw presents a satirical and humorous take on the socialism of Victorian England. The novel follows the story of a young aristocrat who becomes disillusioned with the class system and embarks on a journey to promote his socialist beliefs. Shaw's sharp wit and clever dialogue shed light on the absurdities and contradictions of society, creating a thought-provoking and entertaining narrative. This novel showcases Shaw's unique literary style, blending social commentary with comedy in a way that challenges conventional norms and beliefs of the time. 'An Unsocial Socialist' stands out as a brilliant example of Shaw's ability to critique and dissect the hypocrisies of the Victorian era, making it a compelling and enlightening read for those interested in historical fiction and social satire.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- An Introduction draws the threads together, discussing why these diverse authors and texts belong in one collection.
- Historical Context explores the cultural and intellectual currents that shaped these works, offering insight into the shared (or contrasting) eras that influenced each writer.
- A combined Synopsis (Selection) briefly outlines the key plots or arguments of the included pieces, helping readers grasp the anthology's overall scope without giving away essential twists.
- A collective Analysis highlights common themes, stylistic variations, and significant crossovers in tone and technique, tying together writers from different backgrounds.
- Reflection questions encourage readers to compare the different voices and perspectives within the collection, fostering a richer understanding of the overarching conversation.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 3.5 (923)
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GenreHumor
Length16 hrs 29 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 15, 2017
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The House of the Seven Gables (Illustrated Edition)
18CHAPTER V
2Introduction
19CHAPTER VI
3Historical Context
20CHAPTER VII
4Synopsis (Selection)
21CHAPTER VIII
5George Bernard Shaw by G. K. Chesterton
22CHAPTER IX
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6Introduction to the First Edition
23CHAPTER X
7The Problem of a Preface
24CHAPTER XI
8The Irishman
25CHAPTER XII
9The Puritan
26CHAPTER XIII
10The Progressive
27CHAPTER XIV
11The Critic
28CHAPTER XV
12The Dramatist
29CHAPTER XVI
13The Philosopher
30CHAPTER XVII
14CHAPTER I
31CHAPTER XVIII
15CHAPTER II
32APPENDIX LETTER TO THE AUTHOR FROM MR. SIDNEY TREFUSIS.
16CHAPTER III
33Analysis
17CHAPTER IV
34Reflection
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