The green overcoat

audiobook

The green overcoat

by Hilaire Belloc

EN·~5 hours·21 chapters

Chapters

21 total

THE GREEN OVERCOAT.

0:09

DEDICATION.

5:28

CHAPTER I.

18:22

CHAPTER II.

16:58

CHAPTER III.

22:18

CHAPTER IV.

16:27

CHAPTER V.

22:36

CHAPTER VI.

32:44

CHAPTER VII.

23:57

CHAPTER VIII.

16:55
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Description

A whimsical but sharply observant work, this collection roams from the absurd to the profound as it follows a single, imagined green overcoat on its unlikely journey through modern life. The author’s playful dedication sets a tone of gentle parody, comparing the coat to an elephant and teasing readers with clever wordplay that invites both laughter and reflection. From the opening chapter’s “Journey” through philosophical puzzles of identity, the narrative unfolds as a series of witty essays that wink at academia, religion and the quirks of everyday society.

Each subsequent chapter moves the overcoat into new territory—a professor’s taste for fame, the quiet allure of solitude, and even a nod to medieval crusader legacies—while maintaining an airy, conversational style that feels like a friendly debate over tea. The book balances satire with genuine curiosity, offering listeners a thoughtful promenade through ideas without ever demanding a solemn commitment. It’s a light‑hearted tour that rewards the attentive ear with surprising insights amid its delightfully eccentric observations.

Details

Language

en

Duration

~5 hours (326K characters)

Release date

Jul 22, 2026

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Hilaire Belloc

Hilaire Belloc

1870–1953

A vivid, wide-ranging writer, Hilaire Belloc moved effortlessly between comic verse, travel writing, history, politics, and religious poetry. His wit and plainspoken style shine especially in the mischievous Cautionary Tales for Children and the travel classic The Path to Rome.

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