A Listener in Babel (Classic Reprint): Being a Series of Imaginary Conversations Held - Couverture souple

Scudder, Vida Dutton

 
9781334746352: A Listener in Babel (Classic Reprint): Being a Series of Imaginary Conversations Held

Synopsis

This book explores the complex world of modern ideas through imagined conversations between historical figures. By using the literary style of the past to discuss contemporary ideas, the author challenges readers to examine their own beliefs and biases. Rooted in the intellectual and social movements of the early 20th century, the book's dialogues touch on topics such as art, philosophy, feminism, and class struggle. This is a valuable and thought-provoking read that sheds light on the ongoing conversation about the human condition and the ways in which we perceive and interact with the world around us.

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Présentation de l'éditeur

Hilda Lathbop :A listener in Babel, Mbs. Lathbop :M other of HUda Laihrop. Mr. Stuart :A n English artist, living in Florence. Lawrence Ferguson :A n English socialist. Dorothy Gerard Ferguson :W ife of Lawrence Ferguson. Dr. Brooks :P rofessor of Biology, Henrietta Morse :I nstructor in Economics. Miss Abbott :H ead-worker at Langley House, a social settlement. Janet Frothingham :M n.DBED Ellis :R esidents of Langley House. Jessie Bancroft :J Philip Mervtn :A young lawyer. Mr. OH agan :A labor leader. Mr. Simpson: A Russian anarchist. Miss Harding :A worker in the Associated Charities. Dr. Wilkinson :P astor of the First Church. Mr. Howard Brown: A business man of high standing. Dr. Humphries :A philanthropist. Katie Donovan :M aggie Murpht: Working-girls. SONIA LiFSCHITZ :F ather Phillips :A n Anglican priest.
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About the Publisher

Forgotten Books is a publisher of historical writings, such as: Philosophy, Classics, Science, Religion, History, Folklore and Mythology.

Forgotten Books' Classic Reprint Series utilizes the latest technology to regenerate facsimiles of historically important writings. Careful attention has been made to accurately preserve the original format of each page whilst digitally enhancing the aged text. Read books online for free at www.forgottenbooks.org

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