Of All Things


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(4.6 stars; 17 reviews)

A collection of amusing essays satirizing serious consideration of topics including natural history, social etiquette, or indeed, civilized behavior (especially of the upper classes). (Summary by Arnold Banner)

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The Social Life Of The Newt 10:32 Read by Melora
"Coffee, Megg And Ilk, Please" 10:03 Read by Arnold
When Genius Remained Your Humble Servant 16:25 Read by Melora
The Tortures Of Weekend Visiting 14:18 Read by Arnold
Gardening Notes 10:58 Read by Melora
Lesson Number One 16:20 Read by Arnold
Thoughts On Fuel Saving 14:48 Read by Melora
Not According To Hoyle 15:43 Read by Arnold
From Nine To Five 16:24 Read by Melora
Turning Over A New Ledger Leaf 10:37 Read by Arnold
A Piece Of Roast Beef 12:17 Read by Melora
The Community Masque As A Substitute For War 11:18 Read by Arnold
Call For Mr. Kenworthy! 14:32 Read by Arnold
Football; Courtesy Of Mr. Morse 15:54 Read by Arnold
A Little Debit In Your Tonneau 11:01 Read by Arnold
A Romance In Encyclopædia Land 9:44 Read by Arnold
The Passing Of The Orthodox Paradox 7:55 Read by Arnold
Shakespeare Explained 8:13 Read by Arnold
The Scientific Scenario 9:12 Read by Arnold
The Most Popular Book Of The Month 9:10 Read by Arnold
Christmas Afternoon 8:27 Read by Arnold
Hail, Vernal Equinox! 14:06 Read by Arnold

Reviews

Of All Things


(5 stars)

Beautifully read by both readers, wonderful writing if you appreciate the po-faced ironies and wit, intelligent and understated gentle humour.


(5 stars)

I first listened to these readings six years ago and they were perfect then and they are perfect now. They only add to the beauty and sweetness of Benchley.