The Plain Speaker: Opinions on Books, Men, and Things


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The Plain Speaker is a thought-provoking collection of essays by the renowned English essayist William Hazlitt, curated posthumously by his grandson. This anthology brings together a selection of Hazlitt's insightful reflections on literature, society, and the human experience, showcasing his keen observations and distinctive voice.

In these essays, Hazlitt explores a variety of topics, from the nature of art and the role of the critic to the intricacies of personal relationships and the complexities of human character. His writing is characterized by a blend of passionate argumentation and personal anecdote, making his opinions both engaging and relatable.

As a significant figure in the Romantic literary movement, Hazlitt's work offers a unique perspective that resonates with readers interested in the intersection of literature and philosophy. The Plain Speaker serves not only as a window into Hazlitt's mind but also as a reflection of the cultural and intellectual currents of his time.

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On the Prose Style of Poets, part 1 20:07 Leído por Bob Gonzalez
On the Prose Style of Poets, part 2 19:43 Leído por Bob Gonzalez
On Dreams 30:21 Leído por Martin Geeson
On the Conversation of Authors 38:52 Leído por klbonds
On the Same Subject Continued 30:56 Leído por klbonds
On Reason and Imagination 32:42 Leído por Dave Gauer
On Application to Study 32:59 Leído por Nicole Lee
On Londoners and Country People, part 1 20:11 Leído por Patrick Wallace
On Londoners and Country People, part 2 16:20 Leído por Patrick Wallace
On the Spirit of Obligations 30:31 Leído por MaryAnn
On the Old Age of Artists 33:45 Leído por Nicole Lee
On Envy (A Dialogue) 37:48 Leído por Nicole Lee
On Sitting for One's Picture 27:58 Leído por MaryAnn
Whether Genius is Conscious of its Powers 34:40 Leído por Availle
On the Pleasure of Hating 34:36 Leído por Availle
On Dr. Spurzheim's Theory, part 1 25:27 Leído por Stephen Marsh
On Dr. Spurzheim's Theory, part 2 26:46 Leído por Stephen Marsh
On Egotism, part 1 20:09 Leído por Nicole Lee
On Egotism, part 2 20:07 Leído por Nicole Lee
Hot and Cold 33:45 Leído por Nicole Lee
The New School of Reform: a Dialogue Between a Rationalist and a Sentimentalist, part 1 26:17 Leído por Nicole Lee
The New School of Reform: a Dialogue Between a Rationalist and a Sentimentalist, part 2 29:03 Leído por Nicole Lee
On the Qualifications Necessary to Success in Life, part 1 20:04 Leído por Mark Mickelson
On the Qualifications Necessary to Success in Life, part 2 25:15 Leído por Mark Mickelson
On the Look of a Gentleman 34:19 Leído por Sandra Luna
On Reading Old Books 31:12 Leído por Sandra Luna
On Personal Character, part 1 17:32 Leído por Helen Falconer
On Personal Character, part 2 17:41 Leído por Helen Falconer
On People of Sense 34:47 Leído por Sandra Luna
On Antiquity 32:23 Leído por Nicole Lee
On the Difference Between Writing and Speaking, part 1 22:00 Leído por Chieko Steely
On the Difference Between Writing and Speaking, part 2 27:54 Leído por Chieko Steely
On a Portrait of an English Lady by Vandyke, part 1 23:38 Leído por Nicole Lee
On a Portrait of an English Lady by Vandyke, part 2 35:27 Leído por Nicole Lee
On Novelty and Familiarity, part 1 24:32 Leído por Anna Simon
On Novelty and Familiarity, part 2 25:48 Leído por Anna Simon
On Old English Writers and Speakers, part 1 32:36 Leído por Nicole Lee
On Old English Writers and Speakers, part 2 14:52 Leído por Nicole Lee
Madame Pasta and Mademoiselle Mars 38:14 Leído por MaryA
Sir Walter Scott, Racine and Shakespeare 33:58 Leído por Sandra Luna
On Depth and Superficiality, part 1 20:24 Leído por Mike Pelton
On Depth and Superficiality, part 2 30:54 Leído por Mike Pelton
On Respectable People 18:34 Leído por Martin Geeson
On the Jealousy and the Spleen of Party, part 1 18:35 Leído por Kalynda
On the Jealousy and the Spleen of Party, part 2 26:20 Leído por Kalynda