The Book of Snobs


Leído por LibriVox Volunteers

(4.3 estrellas; 6 reseñas)

The Book of Snobs is a satirical exploration of social pretensions and class distinctions, penned by the keen observer William Makepeace Thackeray. Through a series of humorous essays, Thackeray dissects the phenomenon of 'snobbery'—those who elevate themselves by looking down on others—revealing how this behavior permeates all levels of society.

Set against the backdrop of 19th-century England, Thackeray's work combines wit and keen social commentary, illustrating the absurdities of the upper classes while also reflecting on the nature of human vanity. With a sharp eye for detail, he presents a gallery of characters, each embodying the traits of snobbery, from the pretentious Colonel Snobley to various other figures who populate the social landscape.

This engaging examination not only entertains but also invites listeners to reflect on their own social interactions and the often ridiculous nature of status and class. Thackeray's unique blend of humor and insight makes The Book of Snobs a distinctive contribution to the genre of humorous fiction, offering timeless observations that resonate even today.

Capítulos

Select a chapter to play

Prefatory Remarks 8:57 Leído por Julie VW
The Snob Playfully Dealt With 12:24 Leído por Bellona Times
The Snob Royal 9:21 Leído por Gates Maru
The Influence Of The Aristocracy On Snobs 10:18 Leído por Gates Maru
The Court Circular, And Its Influence On Snobs 9:32 Leído por Jaime
What Snobs Admire 9:56 Leído por mb
On Some Respectable Snobs 8:20 Leído por Debra Lynn
On Some Respectable Snobs 11:14 Leído por Debra Lynn
Great City Snobs 9:57 Leído por RoseA
On Some Military Snobs 9:18 Leído por Bev J Stevens
Military Snobs 9:07 Leído por Bev J Stevens
On Clerical Snobs 6:39 Leído por Esther
On Clerical Snobs And Snobbishness 11:45 Leído por Bev J Stevens
On Clerical Snobs 6:52 Leído por David Lawrence
On University Snobs 10:37 Leído por Julie VW
On University Snobs 7:51 Leído por Julie VW
On Literary Snobs 7:12 Leído por Elli
A Little About Irish Snobs 6:13 Leído por Elli
Party-Giving Snobs 11:05 Leído por Neeru Iyer
Dining-Out Snobs 8:30 Leído por Barry Eads
Dinner-Giving Snobs Further Considered 10:27 Leído por Jennifer Stearns
Some Continental Snobs 11:49 Leído por Julie VW
Continental Snobbery Continued 7:51 Leído por RoseA
English Snobs On The Continent 9:30 Leído por Barry Eads
On Some Country Snobs 8:50 Leído por Tom Clifton
A Visit To Some Country Snobs 13:00 Leído por Tom Clifton
On Some Country Snobs 8:33 Leído por Tom Clifton
A Visit To Some Country Snobs 7:47 Leído por Julie VW
On Some Country Snobs 12:58 Leído por Tom Clifton
A Visit To Some Country Snobs 9:42 Leído por Tom Clifton
On Some Country Snobs 6:33 Leído por Courtney Smith
A Visit To Some Country Snobs 9:48 Leído por Tom Clifton
Snobbium Gatherum 11:32 Leído por Julie VW
Snobs And Marriage 9:56 Leído por Ruth Golding
Snobs And Marriage 12:16 Leído por Ruth Golding
Snobs And Marriage 11:32 Leído por Jennifer Stearns
Snobs And Marriage 10:21 Leído por Jennifer Stearns
Club Snobs 13:34 Leído por Denny Sayers (d. 2015)
Club Snobs 7:11 Leído por Caroline Shapiro
Club Snobs 7:02 Leído por Caroline Shapiro
Club Snobs 9:29 Leído por Barry Eads
Club Snobs 5:35 Leído por Esther
Club Snobs 8:07 Leído por Rosie
Club Snobs 7:38 Leído por Rosie
Club Snobs 6:18 Leído por Rosie
Concluding Observations On Snobs 18:44 Leído por Denny Sayers (d. 2015)

Reseñas

Great Satire


(5 estrellas)

These essays originally appeared in the English magazine "Punch". Very enjoyable.