
UNDERGROUND MAN - By - GABRIEL TARDE - (1843-1904) - MEMBER OF THE INSTITUTE PROFESSOR AT THE COLLEGE OF FRANCE - TRANSLATED BY CLOUDESLEY BRERETON M.A., L. ÈS L. - WITH A PREFACE BY H.G. WELLS - LONDON - DUCKWORTH & CO. - 1905
PREFACE
INTRODUCTORY
NOTE ON TARDE
A playful yet thoughtful voice guides listeners through a vivid imagination of society’s possible futures, weaving together reflections on art, love, and the subtle forces that shape human interaction. The narrator’s tone balances intellectual curiosity with wry humor, inviting you to consider how ideas ripple through everyday life while never losing its light‑hearted charm. Early chapters introduce a cast of eccentric characters whose conversations hint at larger questions about progress and the human spirit.
As the story unfolds, the prose flirts with irony, offering a gentle critique of the seriousness with which we often treat grand theories. You’ll hear speculative dialogues that feel both scholarly and mischievous, encouraging you to question conventions without feeling weighed down. The first act sets a foundation of lively debate, promising an engaging journey that blends wit, philosophy, and a spirited look at what lies ahead.
Language
en
Duration
~2 hours (155K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Christine Bell and Marc D'Hooghe
Release date
Aug 27, 2010
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1843–1904
A sharp early thinker of sociology and criminology, he became known for explaining social life through imitation, invention, and the small interactions between people. His work offered a lively alternative to broader theories of society and still sparks interest across the social sciences.
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