Mature
Prejudices: Essays
Enriched edition. Biting Satire on Politics, Religion, Literature, and 1920s American CultureBy H. L. Mencken
Length7h 14m
About this audiobook
In 'Prejudices: Essays', H. L. Mencken delves into a variety of controversial topics with his signature biting wit and sharp criticism. Published between 1919 and 1927, these essays touch on subjects such as politics, religion, literature, and cultural norms, challenging conventional beliefs and provoking thought. Mencken's writing style is characterized by a knack for incisive commentary and an unapologetic demeanor, making this collection a thought-provoking read that remains relevant in today's society. The essays are not only a reflection of Mencken's personal views but also serve as a commentary on the cultural milieu of his time. Mencken's uncompromising and bold approach to tackling sensitive subjects sets him apart as a fearless writer who was unafraid to challenge societal norms. Recommended for readers interested in exploring provocative essays that challenge conventional thinking and offer unique perspectives on a wide range of topics.
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.
- The Author Biography highlights personal milestones and literary influences that shape the entire body of writing.
- 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
GenreLiterary Classics
Length7 hrs 14 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 17, 2020
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
6Prejudices: Essays (pt. 2)
2Author Biography
7Prejudices: Essays (pt. 3)
3Historical Context
8Analysis
4Synopsis (Selection)
9Reflection
5Prejudices: Essays (pt. 1)
10Memorable Quotes
More from H. L. Mencken
Damn! A Book of CalumnyH. L. Mencken$1 · $0.00
In Defense of WomenH. L. Mencken5h 52m$2 · $0.00
The American LanguageH. L. Mencken10h 52m$2 · $0.00
Prejudices, fifth seriesH. L. Mencken7h 16m$1 · $0.00
The American CredoH. L. Mencken, George Jean Nathan3h 32m$2 · $0.00
The Philosophy of Friedrich Nietzsche (Summarized Edition)H. L. Mencken5h 3m$2
Notes on Democracy (Summarized Edition)H. L. Mencken2h 20m$2
Notes on DemocracyH. L. Mencken5h 52m$2 · $0.00
In Defense of WomenH. L. Mencken4h 36m$2 · $0.00
In Defense of WomenH. L. Mencken5h 58m$1 · $0.00
The American LanguageH. L. Mencken17h 4m$2 · $0.00
H. L. Mencken - Premium CollectionH. L. Mencken, George Jean Nathan51h 5m$2 · $0.00
The American Language: Development of English in the United StatesH. L. Mencken18h 31m$2 · $0.00
In Defense of WomenH. L. Mencken4h 36m$2 · $0.00
A Book of PrefacesH. L. Mencken7h 33m$2 · $0.00
Prejudices, Second SeriesH. L. Mencken4h 12m$2 · $0.00
The Complete Works: Charlotte, Emily, Anne, Patrick & Branwell BrontëCharlotte Brontë, Anne Brontë, Emily Brontë138h 12m$1 · $0.00
L. M. Montgomery – Premium Collection: Novels, Short Stories, Poetry & MemoirsLucy Maud Montgomery155h 55m$2 · $0.00
MARK TWAIN: 12 Novels, 195 Short Stories, Autobiography, 10 Travel Books, 160+ Essays & Speeches (Illustrated)Mark Twain416h 24m5 (1)$2 · $0.00
The Great Gatsby: Original 1925 Edition (An F. Scott Fitzgerald Classic NovelFrancis Scott Fitzgerald4h 45m$18 · $0.00
Louisa May Alcott: 16 Novels in One Volume (Illustrated Edition)Louisa May Alcott141h 35m$2 · $0.00
The Fire Next TimeJames Baldwin2h 25m$15
The Complete Works of Oscar WildeOscar Wilde80h 38m$1 · $0.00
The Complete Books of F. Scott Fitzgerald (all his 5 novels + all 4 short story collections published during his lifetime)F. Scott Fitzgerald86h 48m$2 · $0.00
The Count of Monte Cristo + The Three Musketeers + The Man in the Iron Mask (3 Unabridged Classics)Alexandre Dumas100h 13m$2 · $0.00
Braving the TruthRachel Held Evans11h 31m$29 · $0.00
Richard Wagamese SelectedRichard Wagamese3h 14m$15
Shōgun, Part OneJames Clavell24h 19m$35
Henry V (The Play, Historical Background and Analysis of the Character in the Play)William Shakespeare, William Hazlitt8h 40m$1 · $0.00
Pathways to LightPrakash Amte7h 6m$8
The Mysterious Island Trilogy: 2 TranslationsJules Verne42h 34m$2 · $0.00
The North American Indian (Illustrated Edition)Edward S. Curtis, Frederick Webb Hodge6h$2 · $0.00
The Complete Novels of Leo Tolstoy in One Premium Edition (World Classics Series)Leo Tolstoy213h 41m$2 · $0.00
The Holy BibleKing James99h 50m$12 · $0.00
The Complete Novels of the Brontë Sisters (8 Novels: Jane Eyre, Shirley, Villette, The Professor, Emma, Wuthering Heights, Agnes Grey and The Tenant of Wildfell Hall)Charlotte Brontë, Emily Brontë, Anne Brontë118h 9m$2 · $0.00
The Complete Works of G. K. ChestertonG. K. Chesterton421h 4m$2 · $0.00
You may also like
On the MarginAldous Huxley$1 · $0.00
Maxims for RevolutionistsBernard Shaw28m$2.30
Somebody's Gotta Say ItNeal Boortz6h 1m$24 · $0.00
Fyodor Dostoyevsky: The EssaysFyodor Dostoyevsky17h$68 · $0.00
The Drama of CelebritySharon Marcus8h 37m$19 · $0.00
A Classic Collection of Philosophical EssaysWill Durant22h 56m$15 · $0.00
The Dilbert PrincipleScott Adams1h 11m$13 · $0.00
The Complete Works of George OrwellGeorge Orwell115h 6m$1 · $0.00
ReadopolisBertrand Laverdure6h 32m$24 · $0.00
The Hedgehog and the FoxIsaiah Berlin2h 37m$13 · $0.00
Gulliver's Travels (Summarized Edition)Jonathan Swift3h 53m$2
The Age of ReasonThomas Paine36h 41m$2 · $0.00
EssaysGeorge Orwell25h 11m$25
Hey Rub-a-dub-dub A Book of the Mystery and Wonder of LifeTheodore Dreiser11h 14m$2.30
The Proud HighwayHunter S. Thompson27h 14m$30
HereticsG. K. Chesterton7h 10m$20 · $0.00
Suffrage snapshotsIda Husted Harper$2 · $0.00
Voyages Through Allegorical Worlds – 4 Classic Satire FantasiesJonathan Swift, Voltaire, Samuel Butler, G. K. Chesterton31h 9m$2
The Sincere HuronVoltaire7h 7m$2 · $0.00
Pen Portraits and ReviewsBernard Shaw12h 16m$2 · $0.00