Length1h 3m
About this audiobook
In a brilliant comedy of manners, a group of self-styled intellectuals gathers to discuss a topic they are terrified to admit they do not understand. Their desperate attempts to appear cultured are manipulated by a guest who sees through their facade. The escalating pretense leads to a humiliating but hilarious revelation about the nature of the "Xingu." It is a timeless skewering of snobbery and the fear of appearing ignorant.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 4.0 (2.5K)
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GenreMystery and Thriller, General Fiction
Length1 hr 3 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateFeb 23, 2026
LanguageEnglish
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