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Eminent Victorians

Eminent Victorians

著者： Giles Lytton Strachey
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Delve into the intricate tapestry of Victorian society with "Eminent Victorians," where the art of biography is redefined through critical examination of its most notable figures. This podcast invites listeners to explore the complexities of identity, morality, and societal expectations that shaped an era marked by progress and contradiction. Each episode features a new complete audiobook, showcasing a rotating selection of works that dissect the lives and legacies of influential personalities, revealing the self-serving motives and societal pressures that defined them. Through these unique explorations, audiences gain insight into the broader implications of their actions and the cultural norms of the time. Discover a new book with every episode, as you engage with the compelling narratives that challenge the conventional myths of the Victorian age and illuminate the enduring human experience. Join us on this enlightening journey through history's most eminent figures.Copyright Biographies and Memoirs アート 世界 文学史・文学批評 社会科学 科学
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    Ranked on Modern Librarys list of 100 Best Non-Fiction books, Eminent Victorians revolutionized the art of biography and shattered the old-fashioned myths of Victorian society. With his piercing insight, Strachey unearths the self-serving motives of Cardinal Manning and the obsessively controlling Florence Nightingale. His essays on Dr Arnold and General Gordon transcend the individuals, critiquing the broader public-school system and the entrenched liberal values of the nineteenth century.
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    7 時間 42 分
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    Ranked on Modern Librarys list of 100 Best Non-Fiction books, Eminent Victorians revolutionized the art of biography and shattered the old-fashioned myths of Victorian society. With his piercing insight, Strachey unearths the self-serving motives of Cardinal Manning and the obsessively controlling Florence Nightingale. His essays on Dr Arnold and General Gordon transcend the individuals, critiquing the broader public-school system and the entrenched liberal values of the nineteenth century.
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    2 時間 40 分
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    Ranked on Modern Librarys list of 100 Best Non-Fiction books, Eminent Victorians revolutionized the art of biography and shattered the old-fashioned myths of Victorian society. With his piercing insight, Strachey unearths the self-serving motives of Cardinal Manning and the obsessively controlling Florence Nightingale. His essays on Dr Arnold and General Gordon transcend the individuals, critiquing the broader public-school system and the entrenched liberal values of the nineteenth century.
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    9 時間 34 分
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