The Tatler
Enriched edition. The First Society Magazine in HistoryBy Joseph Addison, Richard Steele
Length56h 29m
About this audiobook
The Tatler, originally a pivotal publication in the early 18th century, encapsulates a dynamic fusion of satire, criticism, and commentary that marked the evolution of periodical literature. This collection showcases a variety of essays written primarily by Joseph Addison and Richard Steele, whose collaborative efforts produced works resonating with wit and social insight. These essays traverse a spectrum from light-hearted banter to serious critiques, effectively mirroring the sociopolitical landscape of their time. The anthology offers readers an invaluable glimpse into the period's literary styles and themes such as morality, manners, and the human condition, making it a cornerstone of English literary heritage. The collaboration between Addison and Steele brings forth a diverse yet coherent narrative that shaped public opinion and literary tastes of the early 1700s. Their backgrounds as politicians and playwrights infused their writings with a distinct understanding of human psychology and societal norms. Their work in The Tatler aligns with the Enlightenment ideals of inquiry and debate, serving as a critical platform for discussing contemporary issues and intellectual growth. The Tatler is highly recommended for those intrigued by the roots of periodical journalism and the development of essay as a literary form. Its depth and variety offer a unique insight into 18th-century English life and thought, engaging readers with historical and cultural narratives that are both educational and entertaining. This collection promises not only to enrich one's knowledge of English literature but also to provide a broader understanding of the literary and cultural dialogues of the Enlightenment era.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- An Introduction draws the threads together, discussing why these diverse authors and texts belong in one collection.
- Historical Context explores the cultural and intellectual currents that shaped these works, offering insight into the shared (or contrasting) eras that influenced each writer.
- A combined Synopsis (Selection) briefly outlines the key plots or arguments of the included pieces, helping readers grasp the anthology's overall scope without giving away essential twists.
- A collective Analysis highlights common themes, stylistic variations, and significant crossovers in tone and technique, tying together writers from different backgrounds.
- Reflection questions encourage readers to compare the different voices and perspectives within the collection, fostering a richer understanding of the overarching conversation.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 3.9 (573)
Includes Goodreads, LibraryThing, Amazon, StoryGraph
GenreHistory, Literary Classics
Length56 hrs 29 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateJan 4, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
16The Tatler (pt. 12)
2Introduction
17The Tatler (pt. 13)
3Historical Context
18The Tatler (pt. 14)
4Synopsis (Selection)
19The Tatler (pt. 15)
5The Tatler (pt. 1)
20The Tatler (pt. 16)
Show all chaptersShow less
6The Tatler (pt. 2)
21The Tatler (pt. 17)
7The Tatler (pt. 3)
22The Tatler (pt. 18)
8The Tatler (pt. 4)
23The Tatler (pt. 19)
9The Tatler (pt. 5)
24The Tatler (pt. 20)
10The Tatler (pt. 6)
25The Tatler (pt. 21)
11The Tatler (pt. 7)
26The Tatler (pt. 22)
12The Tatler (pt. 8)
27The Tatler (pt. 23)
13The Tatler (pt. 9)
28Analysis
14The Tatler (pt. 10)
29Reflection
15The Tatler (pt. 11)
More from Joseph Addison, Richard Steele
RevolutionariesSanjeev Sanyal11h 23m4.6 (2.6K)$29 · $0.00
We Crossed a Bridge and It TrembledWendy Pearlman6h4.6 (5.2K)$24 · $0.00
Unbroken Bonds of BattleJohnny Joey Jones8h 31m4.6 (2.6K)$8 · $0.00
The Daughter of AuschwitzTova Friedman, Malcolm Brabant7h 54m4.6 (16.7K)$26 · $0.00
Lily's PromiseLily Ebert, Dov Forman8h 54m4.6 (16.1K)$29 · $0.00
Saving My EnemyBob Welch9h 11m4.6 (2.3K)$20
On Democracies and Death CultsDouglas Murray10h 38m4.6 (6.5K)$29 · $0.00
Across the RiverKent Babb11h 40m4.6 (927)$29 · $0.00
The Red Record (Annotated)Ida B. Wells-Barnett5h 19m4.8 (102)$0.99 · $0.00
Balcony Over Jerusalem: A Middle East Memoir - Israel, Palestine and BeyondJohn Lyons12h 37m4.6 (1.4K)$33 · $0.00
The Fire Next TimeJames Baldwin2h 25m4.6 (159.1K)$15
EnduranceAlfred Lansing6h 1m4.6 (40.8K)$20
BeyondStephen Walker15h 39m4.6 (3.2K)$33 · $0.00
Kings and PawnsHoward Bryant10h 9m4.6 (678)$29 · $0.00
No EscapeNury Turkel9h 30m4.6 (809)$28 · $0.00
Jubal Stone: U.S. Marshal: Blood Trail To Hell: A Western Adventure NovelCasey Nash3h 42m4.6 (3.2K)$18 · $0.00
Fall and RiseMitchell Zuckoff17h 23m4.6 (9.8K)$40 · $0.00
The SurvivorJosef Lewkowicz, Michael Calvin9h 22m4.6 (2.5K)$29 · $0.00
Always FaithfulThomas Schueman, Zainullah Zaki12h 12m4.6 (977)$29 · $0.00
A Brief History of IntelligenceMax S. Bennett12h 18m4.6 (6.6K)$29 · $0.00
Braving the TruthRachel Held Evans11h 31m4.7 (359)$29 · $0.00
Richard Wagamese SelectedRichard Wagamese3h 14m4.6 (594)$15
The Old Man and the Sea (Annotated)Ernest Hemingway4h 27m4.6 (1.4K)$2 · $0.00
Twelfth Night (The Unabridged Play) + The Classic Biography (Annotated)William Shakespeare, Sidney Lee16h 38m4.6 (1.4K)$2 · $0.00
Henry V (The Play, Historical Background and Analysis of the Character in the Play)William Shakespeare, William Hazlitt8h 40m4.6 (1.3K)$1 · $0.00
Pathways to LightPrakash Amte7h 6m4.6 (1.3K)$8
These Vital SignsSayed Tabatabai3h 20m4.7 (215)$18 · $0.00
H. P. LOVECRAFT Ultimate Collection: Novellas, Short Stories, Poetry & Essays (Annotated)H. P. Lovecraft12h 28m4.6 (2.3K)$2 · $0.00
Time RegainedMarcel Proust15h 54m4.5 (10.6K)$2 · $0.00
Lessons in TruthH. Emilie3h 50m4.6 (1.4K)$4.70 · $0.00
TORAH - Bilingual Edition: English/Hebrew (Annotated)Max Margolis, JPS28h 26m4.6 (1K)$2 · $0.00
The Poetic EddaJackson Crawford6h 24m4.5 (19.8K)$17
Betty Crocker picture cooky bookBetty Crocker, Inc. General Mills2h 13m4.5 (6.5K)$1 · $0.00
The Complete Tales of Beatrix PotterBeatrix Potter3h 36m4.5 (75K)$3 · $0.00
Anne of Green GablesL. M. Montgomery11h 1m4.5 (1.2M)$2.30 · $0.00
EssaysGeorge Orwell25h 11m4.5 (2.7K)$25
Crime and Punishment (The Unabridged Garnett Translation) (Annotated)Fyodor Dostoevsky24h 25m4.5 (15.4K)$0.99 · $0.00
The North American IndianEdward S. Curtis, Frederick Webb Hodge6h4.5 (1.2K)$2 · $0.00
Survival at StakePoorva Joshipura9h 44m4.7 (136)$29 · $0.00
The Picture of Dorian Gray: The Uncensored 13 Chapter Version + The Revised 20 Chapter Version (Annotated)Oscar Wilde16h 12m4.5 (2.8K)$0.99 · $0.00
You may also like
The Elements of Style (Annotated)William Strunk Jr.1h 33m4.4 (113.6K)$2 · $0.00
My Man Jeeves (Annotated)P. G. Wodehouse6h 59m4.2 (53.2K)$2 · $0.00
The Big Cheese Presents: Have Yourself a Cheesy Little ChristmasJory John11m4.3 (496)$4 · $0.00
THE DECAMERONGiovanni Boccaccio33h 2m4.1 (131.7K)$1 · $0.00
AphorismsOscar Wilde11m4.0 (3.3K)$5 · $0.00
The Right to Be Lazy, and Other StudiesPaul Lafargue4h 25m4.0 (7.3K)$1 · $0.00
A Modest ProposalJonathan Swift22m4.2 (162.7K)$2.30
The Philosophy of Voltaire - Essential Works (Annotated)Voltaire121h 18m$2 · $0.00
Humorist of the Pencil: Phil MayPhil May17m$2.30
The Boston DipGeorge M. Baker44m$2 · $0.00
LETTERS OF JONATHAN OLDSTYLE, GENTWashington Irving2h 33m3.3 (25)$1 · $0.00
Englisch lernen Audio - Romantische Reise nach LondonSpotlight Verlag1h 1m$12
A Complaint about Correspondents, Dated in San FranciscoMark Twain12m$2 · $0.00
The Art of Aubrey BeardsleyArthur Symons1h 38m$1 · $0.00
Cobb's Bill-of-FareIrvin S. Cobb2h 28m$2 · $0.00
The Circus and Other Essays and Fugitive PiecesJoyce Kilmer6h 24m2.9 (10)$2.30
Seared Cream O'Wit, A Classified Compilation of the Best Wit and HumorCarl. J. Mittler3h 10m$2.30
The Seven Lively Arts (Annotated)Gilbert Seldes9h 17m4.0 (154)$0.99 · $0.00
The Collected Articles, Lectures, Essays & Letters of George Bernard Shaw (Annotated)George Bernard Shaw45h 24m$2 · $0.00
Judgments in VacationEdward Abbott Sir Parry7h 52m$2 · $0.00