The Sardonic Arm
Exploring Society's Underbelly: A Satirical Journey into the Human ConditionBy Maxwell Bodenheim
Length35m
About this audiobook
Maxwell Bodenheim's "The Sardonic Arm" presents a compelling tapestry of early 20th-century American life, steeped in the moody ambiance of urban decadence. Through a series of vignettes, Bodenheim weaves together themes of existential angst, alienation, and the complexity of human relationships. His literary style reflects the influences of both modernism and the literary avant-garde, employing sharp, sardonic wit and a vivid, almost impressionistic prose to delve into the psyche of his characters amidst the cacophony of city life. This book offers readers a profound commentary on the disillusionment of an era marked by both innovation and despair, revealing the stark contrasts between aspiration and reality. Bodenheim, a poet and novelist himself, often found inspiration from his own bohemian lifestyle and the vibrant art movements of his time. His experiences in cities like New York, surrounded by fellow writers and artists, undoubtedly shaped his perspectives on human nature and society's undercurrents. Throughout his career, Bodenheim was both a participant and observer of the cultural upheavals around him, which serves as a backdrop for the nuanced exploration found in this work. "The Sardonic Arm" is a must-read for those interested in the intersections of literature, art, and the human condition. Its witty observations and character-driven narratives will resonate with anyone who seeks to understand the intricacies of life, making it an essential addition to the libraries of both literary scholars and general readers alike.
Audiobook details
GenreHumor
Length35 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 20, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1I WALK UPON A STREET
19NORTH CLARK STREET, CHICAGO
2THE INCURABLE MYSTIC ANSWERS WESTERN AMBITIONS
20I.
3PLATONIC NARRATIVE
21II.
4PORTRAITS
22III.
5I.
23LANDSCAPE
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6II.
24COUNTRY GIRL
7III.
25NONDESCRIPT TYPIST
8IV.
26CONCERNING EMOTIONS
9V.
27METAPHYSICAL ELIZABETH
10VI.
28DESCRIPTION AND EXHORTATION
11VII.
29INEVITABLE
12NEGRO CRIMINAL
30THE NEGROES WHO TURNED WHITE
13SHORT STORY IN SONNET FORM
31EXPRESSIONS ON A CHILD’S FACE
14FEMININE TALK
32PSYCHIC CLOWNS
15THE SWORD CONVERSES WITH A PHILOSOPHER
33DEAR MINNA
16CAPTAIN SIMMONS
34VILLAGE CLERK
17MORE ABOUT CAPTAIN SIMMONS
35REALISM
18CAPTAIN SIMMONS’ WIFE
36AMERICAN VAUDEVILLE SHOW
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