Erewhon, Samuel Butler
Erewhon, Samuel Butler
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Erewhon

Author: Samuel Butler

Narrator: Andrew Jackson

Unabridged: 7 hr 26 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Loudly

Published: 01/06/2025


Synopsis

Dive into the thought-provoking world of Erewhon, a timeless classic by Samuel Butler that masterfully blends satire, philosophy, and speculative fiction. Set in a mysterious and isolated land, Erewhon explores a society that challenges conventional notions of morality, technology, religion, and justice. Through the eyes of the narrator, you’ll embark on a journey into a civilization that mirrors yet subverts the norms of Victorian England, presenting ideas that remain strikingly relevant today. From the eccentric rejection of machines to the unconventional take on crime and punishment, Butler crafts a world where logic and absurdity collide in fascinating ways. This audiobook invites listeners to reflect on humanity's relationship with progress and ethics, all while reveling in Butler's sharp wit and imaginative storytelling. Whether you're a fan of dystopian tales, social critique, or philosophical musings, Erewhon promises a compelling and enlightening experience. Perfect for listeners who appreciate literary classics with layers of meaning, this audiobook is both an intellectual challenge and a captivating story. Embark on this journey to Erewhon and discover a work that continues to inspire debate and curiosity over a century after its publication.

About Samuel Butler

Samuel Butler (1835-1902) was an iconoclastic Victorian author who published a variety of works. Two of his most famous pieces are the Utopian satire Erewhon and the posthumous novel The Way of All Flesh. He is also known for examining Christian orthodoxy, substantive studies of evolutionary thought, studies of Italian art, and works of literary history and criticism. Butler also made prose translations of the Iliad and the Odyssey, which remain in use to this day.


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