Boon, The Mind of the Race, The Wild Asses of the Devil, and The Last Trump
Being a First Selection from the Literary Remains of George Boon, Appropriate to the TimesBy H. G. Wells
Length5h 23m
About this audiobook
In "Boon, The Mind of the Race, The Wild Asses of the Devil, and The Last Trump," H. G. Wells employs a satirical and philosophical literary style to explore the intricacies of human consciousness and societal evolution. This collection reveals Wells'Äô innovative narrative approach, as he intertwines fiction with pointed commentary on human nature and civilization. The four segments engage deeply with themes of utopia, morality, and social criticism, revealing Wells' reflections on the trajectory of his contemporaneous world at the dawn of the 20th century, particularly the complexities of the human psyche amid industrial and social change. H. G. Wells, often hailed as the father of science fiction, drew from his diverse experiences as a novelist, historian, and social commentator to craft this audacious work. His background in sociology and his keen observations of the rapid advancements of his time informed his critical view of societal norms and human behaviors. Wells often challenged the status quo, prompting readers to ponder philosophical inquiries about existence and morality. This collection is a must-read for anyone interested in the intersections of fiction and philosophy, as it not only entertains but also provokes critical thinking about the nature of human progress. Engage with Wells'Äô thought-provoking narratives that remain strikingly relevant in today's context, inviting readers to reflect on their own beliefs and societal constructs.
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Rating★★★ 3.2 (12)
Includes Goodreads
GenreLiterary Classics
Length5 hrs 23 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 26, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER THE FIRST The Back of Miss Bathwick and George Boon
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9CHAPTER THE SECOND Being the First Chapter of "The Mind of the Race"
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13CHAPTER THE THIRD The Great Slump, the Revival of Letters, and the Garden by the Sea
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17CHAPTER THE FOURTH Of Art, of Literature, of Mr. Henry James
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22CHAPTER THE FIFTH Of the Assembling and Opening of the World Conference on the Mind of the Race
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29CHAPTER THE SIXTH Of not liking Hallery and the Royal Society for the Discouragement of Literature
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34§ 5 Publishers and Book Distributors
35§ 6 The Young Reviewer
36§ 7 The Schoolmaster and Literature
37CHAPTER THE SEVENTH Wilkins makes Certain Objections
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42CHAPTER THE EIGHTH The Beginning of "The Wild Asses of the Devil"
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49CHAPTER THE NINTH The Hunting of the Wild Asses of the Devil
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