Length5h 37m
About this audiobook
When William Came offers a compelling exploration of alternate history through the lens of satirical fiction. This anthology, thoughtful in its curatorial breadth, encapsulates the tensions and idiosyncrasies of early 20th-century society through a tapestry of stories that are both provocative and reflective. Rich in style and substance, the collection navigates themes of nationalism, identity, and societal pretense, inviting readers to contemplate the precarious balance between historical narrative and speculative imagination. Each story, while distinct in its voice, contributes to a cohesive dialogue that questions and critiques the socio-political landscapes of its time, igniting both humor and introspection. The inclusion of works by Saki, known for his incisive wit and keen societal observations, adds a layer of depth and nuance to the anthology's thematic diversity. The authors, drawn from a milieu of varied cultural backgrounds, collectively represent a narrative fabric that is firmly rooted in the Edwardian literary milieu yet speaks to timeless human experiences. This convergence of voices within the anthology not only amplifies the literary movements of its era but also enriches the reader's sensory and intellectual engagement through its interplay of allegory and realism. Aptly assembled, When William Came is a recommended read for those yearning to traverse the profound interplay of history and speculative art. The anthology's multiplicity of perspectives provides an exceptional lens through which to examine early 20th-century societal underpinnings. As readers turn each page, they are invited to engage in the broader dialogue between the authors and themes, fostering an enlightening exploration of historical contingency, societal dynamics, and human folly within a singularly powerful literary volume.
Audiobook details
GenreHumor, Literary Classics
Length5 hrs 37 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 13, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER I: THE SINGING-BIRD AND THE BAROMETER
11CHAPTER XI: THE TEA SHOP
2CHAPTER II: THE HOMECOMING
12CHAPTER XII: THE TRAVELLING COMPANIONS
3CHAPTER III: “THE METSKIE TSAR”
13CHAPTER XIII: TORYWOOD
4CHAPTER IV: “ES IST VERBOTEN”
14CHAPTER XIV: “A PERFECTLY GLORIOUS AFTERNOON”
5CHAPTER V: L’ART D’ETRE COUSINE
15CHAPTER XV: THE INTELLIGENT ANTICIPATOR OF WANTS
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6CHAPTER VI: HERR VON KWARL
16CHAPTER XVI: SUNRISE
7CHAPTER VII: THE LURE
17CHAPTER XVII: THE EVENT OF THE SEASON
8CHAPTER VIII: THE FIRST-NIGHT
18CHAPTER XVIII: THE DEAD WHO DO NOT UNDERSTAND
9CHAPTER IX: AN EVENING “TO BE REMEMBERED”
19CHAPTER XIX: THE LITTLE FOXES
10CHAPTER X: SOME REFLECTIONS AND A “TE DEUM”
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