Equality & Looking Backward
Enriched edition.By Edward Bellamy
Length26h 25m
About this audiobook
Edward Bellamy's novel 'Looking Backward' is a powerful utopian vision of a future society in which all citizens are equal and resources are shared equitably. Published in 1888, the book reflects the social and economic tensions of the Gilded Age in America, and offers a compelling critique of rampant capitalism. Bellamy's writing style is characterized by its imaginative speculation and intricate world-building, creating a vivid and thought-provoking narrative. 'Looking Backward' remains a seminal work in the genre of utopian literature, influencing later authors such as H.G. Wells and George Orwell. In 'Equality & Looking Backward', readers will find a captivating exploration of sociopolitical ideas and a hopeful vision for a more just and equitable society. The book is highly recommended for those interested in utopian fiction, social critique, and speculative literature.
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
GenrePsychology
Length26 hrs 25 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 2, 2018
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
10Equality & Looking Backward (pt. 6)
2Introduction
11Equality & Looking Backward (pt. 7)
3Historical Context
12Equality & Looking Backward (pt. 8)
4Synopsis (Selection)
13Equality & Looking Backward (pt. 9)
5Equality & Looking Backward (pt. 1)
14Equality & Looking Backward (pt. 10)
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6Equality & Looking Backward (pt. 2)
15Equality & Looking Backward (pt. 11)
7Equality & Looking Backward (pt. 3)
16Analysis
8Equality & Looking Backward (pt. 4)
17Reflection
9Equality & Looking Backward (pt. 5)
18Memorable Quotes
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