Literary Criticism audiobooks

Dickensland

By: Lee Jackson

Narrated by: Hannah Curtis

Length: 9 hours 3 minutes

Abridged: No

The intriguing history of Dickens's London, showing how tourists have reimagined and reinvented the Dickensian metropolis for more than 150 years



Tourists have sought out the landmarks, streets, and alleys of Charles Dickens's London ever since the death of the world-renowned author. Late Victorians and Edwardians were obsessed with tracking... Read more

What Makes Jo March Tick (Little Women Podcast)

By: Niina Niskanen & Emily Lau

Narrated by: Niina Niskanen & Emily Lau

Length: 24 minutes

Abridged: No

 Emily and I combined our powers once again to discuss Jo's and Friedrich's relationships and Louisa May Alcott's attraction toward intelligence. When Friedrich gives feedback to Jo, Jo appreciates it, because she wants to develop as a writer. Friedrich Bhaer is based on philosopher Henry David Thoreau. Louisa was in love with him and he appears... Read more

Eu QUASE morri

By: Ana Appel

Narrated by: Ana Appel

Length: 3 hours 10 minutes

Abridged: No

Em "EU QUASE MORRI", a autora nos guia por uma jornada hilariante e comovente através das múltiplas formas literais e não literais de morrer que enfrentamos. Com um olhar cômico e perspicaz sobre as situações cotidianas, somos convidados a explorar os momentos em que morremos de rir, morremos de amor e especialmente aqueles que morremos de... Read more

On many melancholic moons

By: KUNAL ROY

Narrated by: KUNAL ROY

Length: 12 minutes

Abridged: No

"Prepare to embark on a breath-taking emotional voyage as you dive into the enchanting world of 'On Many Melancholy Moons,' a poetry collection like no other. With each page turned you'll be swept away on a rollercoaster of feelings, accompanied by a captivating ambient soundtrack that elevates the entire reading experience.
This collection is... Read more

Reportaż po polsku

By: Maciej Siembieda

Narrated by: Tomasz Ignaczak

Length: 3 hours 9 minutes

Abridged: No

"Są książki o reportażu napisane jak dobra powieść i równie interesujące. Ich autorzy (...) przechadzają się ze sławami polskiego reportażu lat powojennych, spacerując po obszarach ich niezwykłości. To książki salonowe - w najlepszym tego słowa znaczeniu. "Reportaż po polsku" ma wyłącznie ambicje kuchenne". Poradnik pisania reportażu nie musi... Read more

C.S. Lewis in America

By: Mark A. Noll

Narrated by: Charles Constant

Length: 4 hours 24 minutes

Abridged: No

Perhaps no other literary figure has transformed the American religious landscape in recent history as much as C. S. Lewis. Even before the international publication and incredible success of his fictional works such as The Chronicles of Narnia or apologetic works like Mere Christianity, Lewis was already being read "across the pond" in... Read more

Chasing Bright Medusas

By: Benjamin Taylor

Narrated by: Benjamin Taylor

Length: 3 hours 54 minutes

Abridged: No

“Chasing Bright Medusas should appeal to anyone — novice or expert — ready to explore Cather’s life and work in the company of a critic so alert to the shimmering subtlety of her style and the hard years of effort that went into crystallizing it.” —The Washington Post

A tender biography of one of the greatest authors of the twentieth century and... Read more

No One to Meet

By: Raphael Falco

Narrated by: Paul Bellantoni

Length: 10 hours 44 minutes

Abridged: No

The literary establishment tends to regard Bob Dylan as an intriguing, if baffling, outsider. That changed overnight when Dylan was awarded the 2016 Nobel Prize in Literature, challenging us to think of him as an integral part of our national and international literary heritage. No One to Meet places Dylan the artist within a long tradition of... Read more

AstroLit

By: McCormick Templeman & Rachel Feder

Narrated by: Karen Murray & McCormick Templeman

Length: 8 hours 31 minutes

Abridged: No

A unique introduction to astrology that explores the zodiac through a literary lens, drawing lessons from celebrated authors including Jane Austen, Charlotte Brontë, W.E.B. Du Bois, Nella Larsen, Oscar Wilde, and dozens more.

AstroLit is a cosmic voyage through the lives and works of literary giants from the eighteenth, nineteenth, and early... Read more

Alonzo Fitz and Other Stories

By: Mark Twain

Narrated by: John Greenman

Length: 3 hours 18 minutes

Abridged: No

Embark on a journey through the imaginative and humorous world of "Alonzo Fitz and Other Stories" by Mark Twain. This audiobook presents a collection of delightful and witty short stories that showcase Twain's masterful storytelling and unique wit. Each story introduces you to a memorable cast of characters and takes you on unexpected adventures... Read more

Collaboration

By: Henry James

Narrated by: David Wales

Length: 56 minutes

Abridged: No

Delve into the world of "Collaboration" by Henry James, a novel that explores the complexities of artistic partnerships and the clash of creative minds. This audiobook immerses you in the vibrant artistic scene of London and Paris, where two talented writers, Miriam and Nick Dormer, navigate the challenges of working together. With James'... Read more

Michael Portillo: On the World Wars

By: Michael Portillo

Narrated by: Michael Portillo

Length: 7 hours 23 minutes

Abridged: No

Specially selected history series presented by Michael Portillo, exploring the most significant events before, during and after the First and Second World Wars

Journalist and broadcaster Michael Portillo has always been fascinated by the past. A former politician and history graduate, he has presented several TV documentaries, including... Read more

The Darcy Myth

By: Rachel Feder

Narrated by: Deanna Anthony

Length: 6 hours 15 minutes

Abridged: No

What if we’ve been reading Jane Austen and romantic classics all wrong? A funny, brainy, eye-opening take on how our contemporary love stories are actually pretty terrifying.Covering cultural touchstones ranging from Twilight to Taylor Swift and from Lord Byron to The Bachelor, The Darcy Myth is a book for anyone who loves thinking deeply about... Read more

Los Verdaderos Orígenes Del Vaticano

By: Onofre Quezada

Narrated by: Anonimo & Onofre Quezada

Length: 30 minutes

Abridged: No

La Ciudad del Vaticano, oficialmente Estado de la Ciudad del Vaticano​ (en latín: Status Civitatis Vaticanæ;​ en italiano: Stato della Città del Vaticano),​ o simplemente el Vaticano, es un Estado soberano sin salida al mar, cuyo territorio es un enclave​ dentro de la ciudad de Roma, en Italia. Es uno de los seis micro-Estados europeos, y... Read more

Lemn Sissay is the One and Only

By: Lemn Sissay

Narrated by: Tony Walsh, Henry Normal, Donna Ludford, Cornel...

Length: 1 hour 51 minutes

Abridged: No

Award-winning writer Lemn Sissay explores the idea of uniqueness across different aspects of his life'Creative, surprising - and unique' The TelegraphIf you Google 'Lemn Sissay', all the results will be about him - he's the only person in the world with that name. But that's not the only thing that makes him unique. In this... Read more

El arte de la resurrección

By: Hernán Rivera Letelier

Narrated by: Nicolás Jofré

Length: 6 hours 16 minutes

Abridged: No

«Por primera vez y después de muchos años, algo nuevo y original en la literatura latinoamericana.» Magazine Littéraire
Domingo Zárate Vega comenzó a advertir formas apocalípticas en las nubes y a acertar en la predicción de pequeños desastres. Tras la muerte de su madre, se hace ermitaño en el Valle de Elqui, donde descubre, a través de... Read more

Hombres que llegan a un pueblo

By: Hernán Rivera Letelier

Narrated by: Nicolás Jofré

Length: 7 hours 14 minutes

Abridged: No

Tres novelas breves del más clásico estilo de Rivera Letelier, hombres perdidos que llegan a la pampa salitrera a descubrir una parte de sí mismos y del mundo que se perdió en ellas.
En estas breves y entrañables tres novelas breves, Hernán Rivera Letelier vuelve a uno de sus temas con que más maestría ha escrito, el del perdido mundo... Read more

Why We Love Middle-earth

By: Alan Sisto & Shawn E. Marchese

Narrated by: Alan Sisto

Length: 10 hours 45 minutes

Abridged: No

Learn about the man who wrote The Lord of the Rings in this Middle-earth treasury. Full of answers to common questions about Middle-earth and the fandom, this book about Tolkien celebrates Why We Love Middle-earth.



The Lord of the Rings omnibus for all. Who wrote The Lord of the Rings? What details are in the movies, books, maps, and other... Read more

All About Amy (Little Women Essay)

By: Niina Niskanen

Narrated by: Niina Niskanen

Length: 40 minutes

Abridged: No

Join me on a journey to study Amy March and her real-life inspiration May Alcott Nieriker. The misconceptions about Jo´s insecurities and especially about her looks. Society likes to put two characters against one another but is this true to reality? Find out that and more in the Little Women podcast.People often praise Jo for being a tomboy and... Read more

Crybaby Scientists - Bringing Philosophy to Life #19

By: Albert A. Anderson

Narrated by: Albert A. Anderson

Length: 24 minutes

Abridged: No

Do scientists hold the key to humanity's future? In this episode Albert A. Anderson dives into the ethical responsibilities of scientists. Are they 'crybabies' or moral leaders? From nuclear threats to environmental crises and pandemic responses, explore how scientists impact our world. Discover the urgent need for universal moral values and a... Read more

The Art of Democracy - Bringing Philosophy to Life #18

By: Albert A. Anderson

Narrated by: Albert A. Anderson

Length: 24 minutes

Abridged: No

Can art shape our democracy and our future? Join Albert A. Anderson in this episode as he explores the power of art in our society. From Hollywood strikes to thought-provoking films like 'Oppenheimer' and 'Barbie,' discover how the arts are more than just entertainment. Learn how these creative works raise vital questions about moral... Read more

Living with our Gift from Prometheus - Bringing Philosophy to Life #17

By: Albert A. Anderson

Narrated by: Albert A. Anderson

Length: 23 minutes

Abridged: No

Can authoritarianism truly secure our lives, and is it the answer to a divided world? Explore this question in this episode as Albert A. Anderson delves into the essence of governance. Through the lens of history and myth, discover why the distribution of political wisdom to all is crucial for democracy, justice, and the values we hold dear.... Read more

Rest in Peace - Bringing Philosophy to Life #20

By: Albert A. Anderson

Narrated by: Albert A. Anderson

Length: 20 minutes

Abridged: No

How can we address existential threats like nuclear war and environmental crises? Join Albert A. Anderson in this insightful podcast episode as he channels Immanuel Kant's philosophical wisdom to propose unconventional solutions to international politics and conflict. This episode delves into the significance of Kant's ideas for creating a... Read more

Laurie and Werther, Louisa May Alcott's Love For German Romanticism

By: Niina Niskanen

Narrated by: Niina Niskanen

Length: 34 minutes

Abridged: No

There are great deal of similarities between the arcs of Laurie in Little Women and Goethe's "sorrows of young werther." Both stories follow a young man's journey from innocence to experience and disillusionment, but the endings are vastly different. In this book we compare and contrast the two arcs to see which is more tragic. One of Louisa May... Read more