Shavings & Scrapes from many parts
Enriched edition. Tales of Immersive Literary Sketches and Classic ThemesBy Jules Joubert
Length6h 20m
About this audiobook
In "Shavings & Scrapes from Many Parts," Jules Joubert offers a captivating exploration of the nuances of human experience through a mosaic of short stories and reflective essays. Drawing from his diverse encounters, Joubert employs a lyrical yet incisive style, demonstrating his mastery of language and narrative technique. Each piece is infused with vivid imagery and philosophical musings, compelling readers to interrogate the nature of identity, memory, and the passage of time. This collection not only represents personal anecdotes but also serves as a microcosm of larger societal themes, situating Joubert's work within the contemporary literary discourse on human connection and cultural dislocation. Jules Joubert, an accomplished author and keen observer of modern life, possesses a rich background that informs his writing. Having lived in various locales, he deftly weaves elements of his surroundings into his narratives. His academic pursuits in literature and philosophy further enhance his ability to articulate the complexities of life's intricacies, making his insights both profound and relatable. Joubert's diverse life experiences serve as a fertile ground for the themes and characters that populate his work. I highly recommend "Shavings & Scrapes from Many Parts" to readers seeking an introspective journey through the labyrinth of human emotions. Joubert's ability to encapsulate the intricacies of existence in accessible prose makes this collection a significant contribution to contemporary literature. Readers will find themselves both challenged and comforted as they navigate the layered meanings within each story.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.
Audiobook details
GenreGeneral Fiction
Length6 hrs 20 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 23, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
24V. ANTIPODEAN GRATITUDE.”
2EARLY SCRAPES
25CEYLON.
3I. A STRAY SHOT.
26I. GRAINS OF SINGALESE SAND.”
4II. PEEP OF DAY.
27II. THE PARAHERRA.”
5III. CHIPS FROM AN OLD LOG
28III. “HAMLET” UNDER DIFFICULTIES.
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6IV. FIRST LESSON IN FINANCE.
29IV. AN ELEPHANT HUNT.
7V. ROBINSON CRUSOE REALISED.
30V. A MATRIMONIAL “SCRAPE.”
8VI. MAORILAND.
31VI. THE TREE OF LIFE.
9EARLY AUSTRALIAN SHAVINGS.
32VII. A WATER PARTY IN THE GARDEN OF EDEN.
10I. SYDNEY IN 1839.
33I. MADRAS.
11II. THE GOLD FEVER.
34II. THE GANGES.
12III. SOME BUSHRANGERS I HAVE KNOWN.
35III. CALCUTTA.
13III. HOW MONEY USED TO BE MADE.
36IV. THE DENIZENS OF THE JUNGLE.
14NEW CALEDONIA.
37V. SANCTIMONIOUS.
15I. TAKING POSSESSION: “TIT FOR TAT.”
38VI. THE CALCUTTA EXHIBITION.
16II. HE WHO FIGHTS AND RUNS AWAY.”
39VII. A TRAMP THROUGH INDIA.
17III. ANOTHER NARROW SQUEAK.”
40VIII. BENARES—THE SACRED CITY.
18IV. A SOUTH SEA TRIP.”
41IX. THROUGH THE CENTRAL PROVINCES.
19NEW SOUTH WALES.
42X. PRINCELY HOSPITALITY.
20I. A FEW OLD IDENTITIES.”
43XI. INDIAN SPORTS.
21II. A LAND SPECULATION.”
44“HOME, ‘DEAR’ HOME.”
22III. A HARD KNOCK.”
45EPILOGUE.
23IV. HOME, SWEET HOME.”
46Memorable Quotes
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