Bartleby, the Scrivener

Released: November 7, 2024
Length: 2 hrs 1 mins
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Publisher: SNR Audio

"Bartleby, the Scrivener" is a thought-provoking short story by Herman Melville that explores themes of dehumanization and modern working life through the mysterious character of Bartleby, a quiet clerk who begins to refuse tasks with his famous phrase, "I would prefer not to." Initially hired by an elderly lawyer in Wall Street, Bartleby's passive resistance grows into a profound commentary on work and individuality. This audiobook, skillfully narrated by Christopher Ragland, offers a compelling reflection on the human condition.

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