Length1h 13m
About this audiobook
In "The Puzzle of Dickens's Last Plot," Andrew Lang delves into the enigmatic final work of one of England's most celebrated novelists, Charles Dickens. Combining a narrative analysis with keen literary criticism, Lang meticulously examines the intricacies and unresolved threads woven throughout Dickens's unfinished manuscript, "The Mystery of Edwin Drood." Utilizing a rich tapestry of literary allusions and historical context, Lang situates Dickens within the Victorian literary landscape, illuminating the author's stylistic evolution while probing the cultural and psychological factors that may have influenced his final narrative choices. Andrew Lang, a renowned Scottish poet, novelist, and literary critic, possessed an intimate familiarity with Dickens's oeuvre, which undoubtedly informed his exploration of this complex text. His diverse academic background—spanning folklore, anthropology, and literary history—equipped him with the analytical tools necessary for deciphering the layers of meaning in Dickens's work. Lang's admiration for Dickens's artistry also renders this exploration a deeply personal endeavor, reflecting a scholar profoundly engaged with literary legacy and modern interpretation. For scholars, students, and avid readers alike, Lang's "The Puzzle of Dickens's Last Plot" serves as an indispensable guide to understanding the unresolved mysteries of Dickens's narrative ambitions. This thoughtful and analytical exploration provides fresh insights into the author's creative mind, making it a compelling read for anyone interested in Victorian literature or the intricacies of literary endings.
Audiobook details
GenreLiterary Classics
Length1 hr 13 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateSep 5, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1INTRODUCTION
13Jasper’s Opium Visions
2Dramatis Personæ
14Datchery and the Opium Woman
3Opening of the Tale
15Datchery’s Score
4Sapsea and Durdles
16Forster’s Evidence
5The Landlesses
17“A New Idea”
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6Mr. Grewgious
18Mr. Proctor’s Theory
7The Unaccountable Expedition
19A Mistaken Theory
8Purpose of the Expedition
20Another Way
9Christmas Eve
21Dickens’s Unused Draft of a Chapter
10After the Disappearance
22A Question of Taste
11Dick Datchery
23Mr. Proctor’s Theory Continued
12Jasper, Rosa, and Tartar
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