About the Audiobook
Key Characters
- Bartleby
- The Lawyer
Themes & Mood
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 'Bartleby the Scrivener' about and what makes it a classic of American literature?
This specific edition of "Bartleby the Scrivener, A Story of Wall Street." is narrated by LibriVox Volunteers and is part of the LibriVox public domain collection. It offers a complete and faithful representation of the original text by Herman Melville.
What are the major themes explored in Melville's story, such as alienation and the nature of work?
This specific edition of "Bartleby the Scrivener, A Story of Wall Street." is narrated by LibriVox Volunteers and is part of the LibriVox public domain collection. It offers a complete and faithful representation of the original text by Herman Melville.
How does 'Bartleby the Scrivener' compare to other works by Herman Melville, like 'Moby-Dick'?
This specific edition of "Bartleby the Scrivener, A Story of Wall Street." is narrated by LibriVox Volunteers and is part of the LibriVox public domain collection. It offers a complete and faithful representation of the original text by Herman Melville.
Who would enjoy listening to this audiobook – is it for fans of classic literature, or something broader?
This specific edition of "Bartleby the Scrivener, A Story of Wall Street." is narrated by LibriVox Volunteers and is part of the LibriVox public domain collection. It offers a complete and faithful representation of the original text by Herman Melville.
What is unique about Bartleby's character and his famous refrain, 'I would prefer not to'?
This specific edition of "Bartleby the Scrivener, A Story of Wall Street." is narrated by LibriVox Volunteers and is part of the LibriVox public domain collection. It offers a complete and faithful representation of the original text by Herman Melville.
Where can I listen to a free audiobook version of 'Bartleby the Scrivener'?
This specific edition of "Bartleby the Scrivener, A Story of Wall Street." is narrated by LibriVox Volunteers and is part of the LibriVox public domain collection. It offers a complete and faithful representation of the original text by Herman Melville.
What historical context of 19th-century Wall Street informs the story's themes?
This specific edition of "Bartleby the Scrivener, A Story of Wall Street." is narrated by LibriVox Volunteers and is part of the LibriVox public domain collection. It offers a complete and faithful representation of the original text by Herman Melville.