The Casual Ward: Academic and Other Oddments
Exploring Academic Wisdom with Wit and ClarityBy A. D. Godley
Length2h 36m
About this audiobook
In "The Casual Ward: Academic and Other Oddments," A. D. Godley presents a thought-provoking collection that intricately weaves together reflections on academic life with philosophical musings and whimsical insights. The book's literary style is characterized by a distinctive prose that balances erudition with a casual tone, allowing complex ideas to be accessible without sacrificing depth. Godley'Äôs use of humor interspersed with serious commentary situates this work within a rich tradition of intellectual exploration, echoing the styles of Montaigne and Alice Munro, while providing a contemporary lens on the challenges and quirks of academic existence. A. D. Godley, a distinguished scholar and educator, draws from his extensive experience in academia to craft this eclectic compendium. His tenure at renowned institutions and his involvement in various scholarly pursuits have granted him a unique perspective on the highs and lows of academic life. This background undoubtedly informs the book'Äôs blend of reflection and critique, as Godley seeks to illuminate the often-overlooked absurdities within scholarly professions. Readers will find "The Casual Ward" to be an engaging and insightful read, whether they are academics seeking solace in shared experiences or general readers drawn to the whimsical intersections of life and intellect. This book invites contemplation and laughter, making it a worthy addition to any reader's collection.
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GenreLiterary Classics
Length2 hrs 36 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 4, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1THE CASUAL WARD
2M. T. CICERONIS DE LEGE BODLEIANA ORATIO
3THE EIGHTS IN FICTION
4I. Old Style
5II. New or Kodak Style (From the French)
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6THUCYDIDES ON THE INFLUENZA
7HERODOTUS ON HORSEBACK
8TAC. HIST., BK. VI. De Avla S. Edmvndi.
9THE JOURNALISTIC TOUCH [24] (i.) the true tale of troy
10THE JOURNALISTIC TOUCH (ii.) forgotten history
11PHILOGEORGOS, OR CONCERNING BRIBERY
12PHILELEUTHEROS; OR, CONCERNING THE PEOPLE’S WILL
13THE TUTOR’S EXPEDIENT
14THE END AND OBJECT—
15THE TORTURED TUTOR: A DIALOGUE OF THE DEAD
16THE DIFFICULTIES OF MR. BULL [77]
17THE NATION IN ARMS
18THE INCUBUS
19THE WORKING MAN (After seeing his Picture in the Press)
20CONCERNING A MILLENNIUM
21FORECAST
22PAGEANTS
23RULES FOR FICTION
24ART AND LETTERS
25THE NOVEL
26FRAGMENT OF A JARGONIAD
27THE PUPILS’ POINT OF VIEW
28HINTS FOR THE TRANSACTION OF PUBLIC BUSINESS
29EQUALITY OF OPPORTUNITY
30UNIVERSITY COMMISSIONS
31DIPLOMAS IN ARCHITECTURE AT CAMBRIDGE
32ICHABOD: A MONODY
33THE PANACEA
34THE HEROIC AGE
35MAKERS OF HISTORY
36ALMA MATER FILIO
37IN MEMORIAM EXAMINATORIS CUIUSDAM
38Footnotes:
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