Length12h 16m
About this audiobook
Explore the intellectual and artistic landscape of "Partial Portraits" by Henry James. This audiobook invites you into the world of literary criticism, cultural analysis, and the complex interplay of ideas. With James' sharp intellect and eloquent prose, each essay presents a nuanced examination of a notable figure or topic of his era. Through these partial portraits, James offers profound insights into literature, art, society, and the human condition. The essays are a captivating exploration of the intersection of creativity, intellect, and culture, making them a compelling choice for anyone interested in the complexities of the human experience and the world of ideas.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 4.1 (24)
Includes Goodreads, LibraryThing
GenreOther, Biography and Memoir
Length12 hrs 16 mins
Narrated byRita Boutros
FormatAudiobook
Publish dateOct 18, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Emerson, Pt. 1
13Miss Woolson
2Emerson, Pt. 2
14Daudet, Pt. 1
3Emerson, Pt. 3
15Daudet, Pt. 2
4Eliot, Pt. 1
16Maupassant, Pt. 1
5Eliot, Pt. 2
17Maupassant, Pt. 2
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6Deronda
18Turgenieff, Pt. 1
7Trollope, Pt. 1
19Turgenieff, Pt. 2
8Trollope, Pt. 2
20Du Maurier, Pt. 1
9Trollope, Pt. 3
21Du Maurier, Pt. 2
10Robert Louis Stevenson
22Du Maurier, Pt. 3
11I Cont'd Stevenson, Pt. 1
23Art of Fiction, Pt. 1
12I Cont'd Stevenson, Pt. 2
24Art of Fiction, Pt. 2
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