Bygones Worth Remembering
Enriched edition. Memoirs & ReminiscencesBy George Holyoake
Length14h 52m
About this audiobook
In 'Bygones Worth Remembering', George Holyoake explores the often forgotten or overlooked moments in history that hold significant value. Holyoake's book is a collection of essays that offer a thought-provoking reflection on various historical events and figures, presented in a clear and engaging literary style. Drawing on his own experiences and observations, Holyoake invites readers to reconsider the importance of bygones and their lasting impact on society and culture. This book is a treasure trove of knowledge that sheds light on lesser-known aspects of history, making it an invaluable resource for anyone interested in deeper historical insights. The essays are meticulously researched and provide a unique perspective on the past, enhancing the reader's understanding of key historical events. 'Bygones Worth Remembering' is a compelling read that challenges readers to rethink the significance of seemingly forgotten moments in history, while offering a fresh take on familiar narratives.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works' unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions.
- A Historical Context section situates the works in their broader era—social currents, cultural trends, and key events that underpin their creation.
- A concise Synopsis (Selection) offers an accessible overview of the included texts, helping readers navigate plotlines and main ideas without revealing critical twists.
- A unified Analysis examines recurring motifs and stylistic hallmarks across the collection, tying the stories together while spotlighting the different work's strengths.
- Reflection questions inspire deeper contemplation of the author's overarching message, inviting readers to draw connections among different texts and relate them to modern contexts.
- Lastly, our hand‐picked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collection's central themes.
Audiobook details
GenreBiography and Memoir
Length14 hrs 52 mins
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FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateJan 4, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The Life and Adventures of an American Slave, Henry Bibb
2The Story of My Life: Memoir
3The Life & Legacy of George Washington
4The Memoir of P. H. Sheridan
5The Life of Napoleon Bonaparte
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6Introduction
7Historical Context
8Synopsis (Selection)
9Volume 1.
10CHAPTER I. CONCERNING BYGONES PREFATORY
11CHAPTER II. PERSONAL INCIDENTS
12CHAPTER III. OTHER INSTANCES
13CHAPTER IV. FIRST STEPS IN LITERATURE
14CHAPTER V. GEORGE ELIOT AND GEORGE HENRY LEWES
15CHAPTER VI. WHEN BIRMINGHAM WAS A TOWN
16CHAPTER VII. THE TENTH OF APRIL, 1848—ITS INCREDIBILITIES
17CHAPTER VIII. THE CHARTISTS OF FICTION
18CHAPTER IX. THE OLD POSTILLION
19CHAPTER X. MEETING BREAKERS—LIST OF THOSE PAID FOR DOING IT
20CHAPTER XI. TROUBLE WITH HER MAJESTY
21CHAPTER XII. UNFORESEEN QUALITIES IN PUBLIC MEN
22CHAPTER XIII. THE COBDEN SCHOOL
23CHAPTER XIV. HARRIET MARTINEAU, THE DEAF GIRL OF NORWICH
24CHAPTER XV. HARRIET MARTIN EAU—FURTHER INCIDENTS IN HER SINGULAR CAREER
25CHAPTER XVI. THE THREE NEWMANS
26CHAPTER XVII. MAZZINI IN ENGLAND-INCIDENTS IN HIS CAREER
27CHAPTER XVIII. MAZZINI THE CONSPIRATOR
28CHAPTER XIX. GARIBALDI—THE SOLDIER OF LIBERTY
29CHAPTER XX. THE STORY OF THE BRITISH LEGION—NEVER BEFORE TOLD
30CHAPTER XXI. JOHN STUART MILL, TEACHER OF THE PEOPLE
31CHAPTER XXII. JOHN STUART MILL, TEACHER OF THE PEOPLE
32CHAPTER XXIII. ABOUT MR. GLADSTONE
33Volume 2
34CHAPTER XXIV. CONVERSATIONS WITH MR. GLADSTONE
35CHAPTER XXV. HERBERT SPENCER, THE THINKER
36CHAPTER XXVI. SINGULAR CAREER OF MR. DISRAELI
37CHAPTER XXVII. CHARACTERISTICS OF JOSEPH COWEN
38CHAPTER XXVIII. CHARACTERISTICS OF JOSEPH COWEN
39CHAPTER XXIX. THE PERIL OF SCRUPLES
40CHAPTER XXX. TAKING SIDES
41CHAPTER XXXI. THINGS WHICH WENT AS THEY WOULD
42CHAPTER XXXII. STORY OF THE LAMBETH PALACE GROUNDS
43CHAPTER XXXIII. SOCIAL WONDERS ACROSS THE WATER
44CHAPTER XXXIV. THE ESTABLISHED CHURCH AT SEA
45CHAPTER XXXV. ADVENTURES IN THE STREETS
46CHAPTER XXXVI. LIMPING THRIFT
47CHAPTER XXXVII. MISTRUST OF MODERATION
48CHAPTER XXXVIII. PENAL CHRISTIANITY
49CHAPTER XXXIX. TWO SUNDAYS
50CHAPTER XL. BYWAYS OF LIBERTY
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