The Abominations of Modern Society


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(3.5 étoiles; 8 critiques)

The Abominations of Modern Society by Thomas De Witt Talmage offers a thought-provoking exploration of societal issues that resonate as strongly today as they did in the 19th century. Through a series of detailed commentaries, Talmage addresses the moral and ethical challenges of his time, shedding light on the enduring nature of these concerns.

Written in a rich and evocative style, Talmage's work delves into the complexities of modern life, using both humor and earnestness to engage his audience. Each chapter tackles a specific problem, inviting listeners to reflect on the implications of these 'abominations' and their relevance in contemporary society.

This audiobook not only serves as a historical commentary but also as a call to introspection, encouraging listeners to consider their own values and the state of the world around them. Talmage's insights remain strikingly relevant, making this a compelling listen for anyone interested in the intersection of faith and social issues.

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Preface and chapter 01 - The curtain is Lifted 20:52 Lu par Christopher Smith
Chapter 02 - Winter Nights 14:58 Lu par Christopher Smith
Chapter 03 - The Power of Cloathes 25:43 Lu par Lynne T
Chapter 04 - After Midnight 29:34 Lu par Steve C
Chapter 05 - The Indiscriminate Dance 15:11 Lu par Jack Watson Warr
Chapter 06 - The Massacre by Needle and Sewing Machine 25:50 Lu par Barbara Clements
Chapter 07 - Pictures in the Stock Gallery 28:51 Lu par ashleighjane
Chapter 08 - Leprous Newspaper 20:06 Lu par Andrew Bowles
Chapter 09 - The Fatal Ten-Srtike part 1 28:03 Lu par Lucretia B.
Chapter 09 - The Fatal Ten-Srtike part 2 26:45 Lu par Lucretia B.
Chapter 10 - Some of the Club-Houses 21:46 Lu par Steve C
Chapter 11 - Flask, Bottle, and Damijohn 24:41 Lu par Jack Watson Warr
Chapter 12 - House of Blackness, of Darkness 20:25 Lu par Tom Merritt
Chapter 13 - The Gun That Kicks Over the One Who Shoots it off 24:42 Lu par Kevin W. Davidson
Chapter 14 - Lies: White and Black 18:06 Lu par Lynne T
Chapter 15 - The Good Time Coming 17:19 Lu par Lynne T

Critiques

narrator


(1 étoile)

Good book, but narrator hard to follow

raycyst


(5 étoiles)

How can you have an ostensibly liberal book but fail to include the struggle of 2SLGTBQTIA+ persons. No mention of the families of undocumented guest worker Latinx being separated at the border. literally Mein Kampf. Author needs to be dug up and hung from the alter of modern progressivism