WE (A Dystopia)
Enriched edition. The Precursor to George Orwell's 1984 and Aldous Huxley's A Brave New World (The Original 1924 Edition)By Yevgeny Zamyatin
Length8h 43m
About this audiobook
Yevgeny Zamyatin's 'WE' is a groundbreaking work of dystopian fiction that explores a totalitarian society where individuality is suppressed in favor of conformity and surveillance. Written in a unique literary style that combines elements of science fiction and philosophy, the novel provides a chilling glimpse into a future where the government controls every aspect of its citizens' lives, including their thoughts and emotions. Zamyatin's use of symbolism and vivid imagery creates a haunting and thought-provoking reading experience that challenges readers to question the value of freedom and individuality in the face of oppressive regimes. 'WE' holds significant literary importance as a precursor to iconic dystopian works like George Orwell's '1984' and Aldous Huxley's 'Brave New World.'
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes.
- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.
- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing.
- An Author Biography reveals milestones in the author's life, illuminating the personal insights behind the text.
- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.
- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.
- 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
Rating★★★★ 4.0 (138.7K)
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GenreDystopia, Humor
Length8 hrs 43 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateAug 7, 2017
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1WE
26Record Nineteen
2Introduction
27Record Twenty
3Synopsis
28Record Twenty-one
4Historical Context
29Record Twenty-two
5Author Biography
30Record Twenty-three
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6Foreword
31Record Twenty-four
7Thirty-five Years Later
32Record Twenty-five
8Record One
33Record Twenty-six
9Record Two
34Record Twenty-seven
10Record Three
35Record Twenty-eight
11Record Four
36Record Twenty-nine
12Record Five
37Record Thirty
13Record Six
38Record Thirty-one
14Record Seven
39Record Thirty-two
15Record Eight
40Record Thirty-three
16Record Nine
41Record Thirty-four
17Record Ten
42Record Thirty-five
18Record Eleven
43Record Thirty-six
19Record Twelve
44Record Thirty-seven
20Record Thirteen
45Record Thirty-eight
21Record Fourteen
46Record Thirty-nine
22Record Fifteen
47Record Forty
23Record Sixteen
48Analysis
24Record Seventeen
49Reflection
25Record Eighteen
50Memorable Quotes
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