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Great Utopian and Dystopian Works of Literature
- By: Pamela Bedore, The Great Courses
- Narrated by: Pamela Bedore
- Length: 12 hrs and 27 mins
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Can literature change our real world society? At its foundation, utopian and dystopian fiction asks a few seemingly simple questions aimed at doing just that. Who are we as a society? Who do we want to be? Who are we afraid we might become? When these questions are framed in the speculative versions of Heaven and Hell on earth, you won't find easy answers, but you will find tremendously insightful and often entertaining perspectives.
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A wonderful, exciting series
- By James on 06-09-2019
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Great Utopian and Dystopian Works of Literature
- Narrated by: Pamela Bedore
- Series: The Great Courses: Genre Fiction
- Length: 12 hrs and 27 mins
- Release date: 03-02-2017
- Language: English
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The Western Literary Canon in Context
- By: John M. Bowers, The Great Courses
- Narrated by: John M. Bowers
- Length: 19 hrs
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What exactly is the Western literary canon? Why does it contain certain works and not others? And what do particular works in the Western canon tell us about the development of literature and civilization? Explore these and other thought-provoking lectures with a thorough investigation of more than 30 key works of the Western canon and the critical roles they played-and continue to play-in the development of Western literature.
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The Western Literary Canon in Context
- Narrated by: John M. Bowers
- Series: The Great Courses: Western Literature
- Length: 19 hrs
- Release date: 08-07-2013
- Language: English
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Classics of American Literature
- By: Arnold Weinstein, The Great Courses
- Narrated by: Arnold Weinstein
- Length: 43 hrs and 55 mins
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To truly understand the United States of America, you must explore its literary tradition. Now, in this grand collection of 84 fascinating lectures, you'll get the chance to finally become familiar with America's true literary masterpieces (some you may already be familiar with, others you have yet to discover). Professor Weinstein has crafted these lectures to explain why some works become classics while others do not, why some "immortal" works fade from our attention completely, and even why some contemporary works now being ignored or snubbed by critics may be considered immortal one day.
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Classics of American Literature
- Narrated by: Arnold Weinstein
- Series: The Great Courses: English Literature
- Length: 43 hrs and 55 mins
- Release date: 08-07-2013
- Language: English
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Masterpieces of the Imaginative Mind: Literature's Most Fantastic Works
- By: Eric S. Rabkin, The Great Courses
- Narrated by: Eric S. Rabkin
- Length: 12 hrs and 31 mins
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Many of literature's greatest works, from ancient myths to the works of Nobel laureates, rely on fantasy. Even when there has been a dominant preference for realism, generation after generation of readers have been drawn to stories of the fantastic-not only for what they help us learn about ourselves as individuals or as members of society, but also for what they show about our social values.
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excellent listening
- By Mani S. on 04-04-2023
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Masterpieces of the Imaginative Mind: Literature's Most Fantastic Works
- Narrated by: Eric S. Rabkin
- Series: The Great Courses: English Literature
- Length: 12 hrs and 31 mins
- Release date: 08-07-2013
- Language: English
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Shakespeare: The Word and the Action
- By: Peter Saccio, The Great Courses
- Narrated by: Peter Saccio
- Length: 11 hrs and 33 mins
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Shakespeare's works are some of the greatest achievements of the human mind and spirit. And yet, for far too many of us, they remain a closed book. Why? Professor Saccio is well suited in these 16 lectures to bring you back into Shakespeare's world and tune you into what he calls "Shakespeare's wavelength." As you hear him effortlessly deliver heretofore impenetrable language with the proper meter, emphasis, intonation, and emotion, you'll experience the pleasure that comes with true mastery.
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Shakespeare: The Word and the Action
- Narrated by: Peter Saccio
- Series: The Great Courses: English Literature
- Length: 11 hrs and 33 mins
- Release date: 08-07-2013
- Language: English
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The Skeptic's Guide to the Great Books
- By: Grant L. Voth, The Great Courses
- Narrated by: Grant L. Voth
- Length: 6 hrs and 10 mins
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Daunted by the "great big books" of the Western canon? Looking for the same pleasures, satisfactions, and insights from books that are shorter, more accessible, and less dependent on classical references and difficult language than tomes such as Moby-Dick and Ulysses?
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Maintains the high standard of these courses
- By The McBeans on 05-04-2016
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The Skeptic's Guide to the Great Books
- Narrated by: Grant L. Voth
- Series: The Great Courses: Western Literature
- Length: 6 hrs and 10 mins
- Release date: 08-07-2013
- Language: English
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The Secrets of Great Mystery and Suspense Fiction
- By: David Schmid, The Great Courses
- Narrated by: David Schmid
- Length: 18 hrs and 56 mins
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Great mystery and suspense writers have created some of the most unforgettable stories in all of literature. Even those who don't consider themselves fans of this intriguing genre are familiar with names such as Hercule Poirot, Sam Spade, Hannibal Lecter, and Robert Langdon, and understand the deep and lasting impact this writing has had on literature as a whole.
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Pushing a feminist agenda
- By Tradjick on 11-02-2017
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The Secrets of Great Mystery and Suspense Fiction
- Narrated by: David Schmid
- Series: The Great Courses: Genre Fiction
- Length: 18 hrs and 56 mins
- Release date: 11-11-2016
- Language: English
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Great American Short Stories: A Guide for Writers and Readers
- By: Jennifer Cognard-Black, The Great Courses
- Narrated by: Jennifer Cognard-Black
- Length: 12 hrs and 45 mins
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Whether you want to write short stories, simply want better insight as a reader, or even if you are looking for a new lens through which to view American history, the 24 rich and informative lectures of Great American Short Stories: A Guide for Writers and Readers will show you the ins and outs of this infinitely adaptable - and intrinsically American - literary form. Professor Jennifer Cognard-Black of St. Mary’s College of Maryland guides you through the technical aspects of the short story, while also digging deep into the history of the form in the United States.
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Great American Short Stories: A Guide for Writers and Readers
- Narrated by: Jennifer Cognard-Black
- Length: 12 hrs and 45 mins
- Release date: 16-08-2019
- Language: English
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Life Lessons from the Great Books
- By: J. Rufus Fears, The Great Courses
- Narrated by: J. Rufus Fears
- Length: 18 hrs and 16 mins
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Study more than three dozen works that span the timelines of Western history, from ancient Greece and Rome to the modern age. Whether written 2,000, 200, or 20 years ago, the enduring works of literature still speak to us and place our unique experiences into a larger perspective, offering invaluable lessons for every important moment in life. Every Great Book you explore over these 36 insightful lectures - from the Odyssey and the Gospel of John to Hamlet and Animal Farm.
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marvellous
- By Alison on 13-11-2017
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Life Lessons from the Great Books
- Narrated by: J. Rufus Fears
- Series: The Great Courses: Western Literature
- Length: 18 hrs and 16 mins
- Release date: 08-07-2013
- Language: English
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Modern British Drama
- By: Peter Saccio, The Great Courses
- Narrated by: Peter Saccio
- Length: 6 hrs and 9 mins
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Waiting for Godot. The Importance of Being Earnest. Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead. Since Shakespeare's time, no period has produced more brilliant and various theatrical dramas in Great Britain than in the past 100 years. Professor Saccio has selected the major British playwrights of the past century to cover Wilde, Shaw, Coward, Beckett, Osborne, Pinter, Stoppard, Churchill, and Hare.
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Modern British Drama
- Narrated by: Peter Saccio
- Series: The Great Courses: English Literature
- Length: 6 hrs and 9 mins
- Release date: 08-07-2013
- Language: English
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Representing Justice: Stories of Law and Literature
- By: Susan Sage Heinzelman, The Great Courses
- Narrated by: Susan Sage Heinzelman
- Length: 12 hrs
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What is the dynamic relationship between our culture's written and unwritten laws and its literature? How is that relationship evolving? How do law and literature influence or reflect one other? And what lessons might we draw from their symbiotic relationship?
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Representing Justice: Stories of Law and Literature
- Narrated by: Susan Sage Heinzelman
- Series: The Great Courses: English Literature
- Length: 12 hrs
- Release date: 08-07-2013
- Language: English
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A Children's Guide to Folklore and Wonder Tales
- By: The Great Courses, Hannah B. Harvey
- Narrated by: Hannah B. Harvey
- Length: 12 hrs and 27 mins
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In The Children's Guide to Folklore and Wonder Tales, Dr. Hannah Blevins Harvey unpacks more than 60 of our most beloved stories, fables, fairy tales, and songs from around the world - providing you with a fascinating, in-depth view into the history, context, and deeper meaning of the tales we know and love. As you travel through the catalogs of Grimm, Aesop, Hans Christian Andersen, Charles Perrault, Oscar Wilde, and so many more, you'll gain profound insights into how and why these stories came to be.
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A Children's Guide to Folklore and Wonder Tales
- Narrated by: Hannah B. Harvey
- Series: The Great Courses: Genre Fiction
- Length: 12 hrs and 27 mins
- Release date: 21-07-2017
- Language: English
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Masterworks of Early 20th-Century Literature
- By: David Thorburn, The Great Courses
- Narrated by: David Thorburn
- Length: 11 hrs and 29 mins
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If you've ever longed to read the great Modernist novels of the early 20th century - perhaps James Joyce's Ulysses, Virginia Woolf's To the Lighthouse, or William Faulkner's Absalom, Absalom! - but have shied away or set them down because of their intimidating style, fragmented narrative, or lack of a clear plot, you no longer need to wait, or be reluctant to return. In this series of 24 lectures, an acclaimed literary scholar and award-winning teacher has created an accessible gateway to this remarkable literary movement.
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Masterworks of Early 20th-Century Literature
- Narrated by: David Thorburn
- Series: The Great Courses: English Literature
- Length: 11 hrs and 29 mins
- Release date: 08-07-2013
- Language: English
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How Science Shapes Science Fiction
- By: Charles L. Adler, The Great Courses
- Narrated by: Professor Charles L. Adler
- Length: 11 hrs and 49 mins
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Science fiction can often seem to be pure imaginative fantasy, but many authors are more fluent in real science than many readers and viewers may realize. Professor Charles L. Adler of St. Mary’s College of Maryland was the perfect choice for this subject, as he is both a longtime science-fiction fan and a real-world scientist. Professor Adler’s talent for using literature to shine a light on science - both the accurate and not-so-accurate versions employed by creators, spanning two centuries - makes this course a great survey for fans of both science fact and science fiction.
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How Science Shapes Science Fiction
- Narrated by: Professor Charles L. Adler
- Length: 11 hrs and 49 mins
- Release date: 14-08-2020
- Language: English
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Masterpieces of Short Fiction
- By: Michael Krasny, The Great Courses
- Narrated by: Michael Krasny
- Length: 12 hrs and 13 mins
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More than simply a shorter version of the novel, the short story is a unique and rewarding literary form in itself. It offers a world in miniature faithfully captured by the author's mastery of character, plot, setting, image, and theme. The time it takes to read a short story may be brief, but its impact lasts much longer. Short story writers see by the light of the flash," says author and Nobel Laureate Nadine Gordimer. "Theirs is the art of the only thing that one can be sure of-the present moment."
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Masterpieces of Short Fiction
- Narrated by: Michael Krasny
- Series: The Great Courses: World Literature
- Length: 12 hrs and 13 mins
- Release date: 08-07-2013
- Language: English
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