
OUR PRESIDENT THE NEWSPAPER-MADE MAN INTERESTING GIRLS GIVE THE MEN A CHANCE THE ADVENT OF CANDOR THE AMERICAN MAN THE ELECTRIC WAY CAN A HUSBAND OPEN HIS WIFE'S LETTERS? A LEISURE CLASS WEATHER AND CHARACTER BORN WITH AN "EGO" JUVENTUS MUNDI A BEAUTIFUL OLD AGE THE ATTRACTION OF THE REPULSIVE GIVING AS A LUXURY CLIMATE AND HAPPINESS THE NEW FEMININE RESERVE REPOSE IN ACTIVITY WOMEN—IDEAL AND REAL THE ART OF IDLENESS IS THERE ANY CONVERSATION THE TALL GIRL THE DEADLY DIARY THE WHISTLING GIRL BORN OLD AND RICH THE "OLD SOLDIER" THE ISLAND OF BIMINI JUNE - OUR PRESIDENT
Produced by David Widger
THE NEWSPAPER-MADE MAN
INTERESTING GIRLS
GIVE THE MEN A CHANCE
THE ADVENT OF CANDOR
THE AMERICAN MAN
THE ELECTRIC WAY
CAN A HUSBAND OPEN HIS WIFE'S LETTERS?
A LEISURE CLASS
A lively assortment of short studies, this work invites listeners to wander through the everyday puzzles of modern life. From the quirks of newspaper‑made presidents and the curious habits of “interesting girls” to the subtle art of idleness, each essay offers a witty, thoughtful snapshot of the social currents that shape our world. The author blends observation with gentle humor, turning topics like weather, character, and the “new feminine reserve” into engaging conversations that feel both intimate and broadly relevant.
The collection also turns a reflective eye toward the structures of power, asking why privilege endures and how democracy reshapes royalty. By comparing ancient bee societies to contemporary elections, the author highlights the paradox of inherited status versus earned merit. Listeners will find a blend of sharp insight and playful commentary that encourages a fresh look at the customs and contradictions of everyday American life.
Language
en
Duration
~2 hours (165K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
Dec 5, 2004
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1829–1900
An essayist, editor, and novelist celebrated for his warm humor and thoughtful observations, Charles Dudley Warner helped give the Gilded Age its name alongside Mark Twain. His writing blends travel, nature, social commentary, and a lively curiosity about American life.
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