Literary Blunders
A Chapter in the "History of Human Error"By Henry B. Wheatley
Length2h 44m
About this audiobook
In "Literary Blunders," Henry B. Wheatley embarks on a fascinating examination of the numerous errors and mishaps that have marred the history of literature. Through a meticulous dissection of misprints, misattributions, and stylistic faux pas, Wheatley employs a witty yet scholarly tone that engages readers while encouraging critical reflection on the nature of authorship and interpretation. Rooted in a thorough analysis of texts from a variety of genres, this work not only highlights the humorous side of literary mistakes but also considers their implications for readers and writers alike, making it a delightful exploration of the paradigms of literary criticism in the Victorian era. Henry B. Wheatley was an accomplished bibliographer and a prominent figure in the realm of Victorian literature, often delving into the intricacies of literary history and publishing. His passion for books and their myriad of imperfections stems from his own experiences as a writer and editor, along with an enduring curiosity about the art of storytelling. Wheatley was particularly interested in how mistakes can shape cultural memory and authorial intent, leading him to compile this unique collection that serves both as a critique and an homage to literary craftsmanship. I highly recommend "Literary Blunders" to anyone who appreciates a blend of humor and scholarship. It is an essential read for budding writers, literary scholars, and casual readers alike, providing valuable insights into the nature of literature and its idiosyncrasies. Wheatley'Äôs engaging prose invites readers to empathize with writers' struggles, ultimately celebrating the rich tapestry of our literary tradition.
Audiobook details
GenreLiterary Classics
Length2 hrs 44 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 18, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER II.
5CHAPTER VI.
2CHAPTER III.
6CHAPTER VIL: 1880.—ACOUSTICS, LIGHT AND HEAT PAPER.
3CHAPTER IV.
7CHAPTER VIII.
4CHAPTER V.
8INDEX.
C. S. LewisC. S. Lewis38h 55m$30
The Jeeves and Wooster Stories: The Complete Collection (33 Books)P. G. Wodehouse21h 57m$15 · $0.00
The Gulag Archipelago Volume 3Aleksandr I. Solzhenitsyn21h 56m$46 · $0.00
Sherlock Holmes: The Ultimate CollectionArthur Conan Doyle59h 49m$5 · $0.00
The Complete Works of Fyodor Dostoyevsky: Novels, Short Stories and Autobiographical WritingsFyodor Dostoyevsky270h 59m$2 · $0.00
The Bark Canoes and Skin Boats of North America (Annotated)Howard Irving Chapelle, Tappan Adney13h 10m$2 · $0.00
Charles Dickens: Complete Works (Annotated)Charles Dickens819h 4m$2 · $0.00
The Complete Novels of Jane Austen & Brontë Sisters (Annotated)Jane Austen, Charlotte Brontë, Emily Brontë, Anne Brontë204h 15m$2 · $0.00
The Complete Works: Charlotte, Emily, Anne, Patrick & Branwell BrontëCharlotte Brontë, Anne Brontë, Emily Brontë138h 12m$1 · $0.00
The Complete Works of William ShakespeareWilliam Shakespeare108h 44m$1.80 · $0.00
The Complete Works of Oscar Wilde (Annotated)Oscar Wilde126h 19m$2 · $0.00
L. M. Montgomery – Premium Collection: Novels, Short Stories, Poetry & MemoirsLucy Maud Montgomery155h 1m$2 · $0.00
The Complete Works of the Brontë Family (Anne, Charlotte, Emily, Branwell and Patrick Brontë) (Annotated)Charlotte Brontë, Emily Brontë, Anne Brontë140h 39m$2 · $0.00
MARK TWAIN: 12 Novels, 195 Short Stories, Autobiography, 10 Travel Books, 160+ Essays & Speeches (Illustrated)Mark Twain415h 9m5 (2)$2 · $0.00
The Great Gatsby: Original 1925 Edition (An F. Scott Fitzgerald Classic NovelFrancis Scott Fitzgerald4h 45m$18 · $0.00
All NovelsGeorge Orwell53h 48m$10 · $0.00
The Complete Works of TolstoyLeo Tolstoy412h 44m$1 · $0.00
The Complete Works of Louisa May Alcott (Annotated)Louisa May Alcott226h 24m$2 · $0.00
Sherlock Holmes series - completeArthur Conan54h 8m$3.50 · $0.00
The Fire Next TimeJames Baldwin2h 25m$15
You may also like
How Fiction WorksJames Wood5h 48m$14 · $0.00
EthicsBenedictus de Spinoza9h 38m$2.30
The Sounds of Spoken EnglishWalter Ripman3h 23m$2 · $0.00
Æsthetic as science of expression and general linguisticBenedetto Croce13h 48m$2 · $0.00
Expositor's Bible: The Epistles of St. JohnWilliam Alexander11h 2m$1 · $0.00
Advertising by Motion PicturesErnest A. Dench3h 38m$2.30
The Toxicity of Caffein: An experimental study on different species of animalsWilliam Salant, J. B. Rieger5h 5m$2 · $0.00
The Philosophy of Art (Annotated)Hippolyte Taine4h 13m$2 · $0.00
An Enquiry Concerning the Principles of MoralsDavid Hume5h 28m$2.30
Artist and Public, and Other Essays on Art SubjectsKenyon Cox2h 12m$2 · $0.00
On Sense and ReferenceGottlob Frege2h 14m$1 · $0.00
The Meaning of TruthWilliam James6h 24m$2 · $0.00
Popular scientific lectures (Annotated)Ernst Mach12h 30m$2 · $0.00
Logic: Deductive and InductiveCarveth Read11h 35m$2 · $0.00
Medieval MedicineJames J. Walsh5h 31m$1 · $0.00
Fallen LeavesWill Durant5h 18m$17
The Critique of Judgement Part I: Critique of Aesthetic JudgementImmanuel Kant5h 48m$3.50 · $0.00
Practical ArgumentationGeorge K. Pattee8h 27m$2 · $0.00
A Color NotationA. H. Munsell3h 51m$2 · $0.00
The kiss and its historyKristoffer Nyrop3h 40m$2 · $0.00