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  • 018 - Mr Robert Buchanan on Pagan Viciousness

    018 - Mr Robert Buchanan on Pagan Viciousness
    2026/02/19
    Who can help but laugh when an ordinary journalist earnestly suggests limiting the artists creative freedom?” “We are forever governed by journalism.... Journalism reigns eternally.” One of the most notorious British tabloids missed the chance to partake in the moral frenzy surrounding Oscar Wilde’s trials in 1895. Yet, hypocritical journalists masquerading as moral guardians were abundant then, just as they are now. This expertly curated compendium, assembled by editor Stuart Mason, concludes with a gripping transcript of Wilde’s first appearance at the Old Bailey, where he faced fierce cross-examination over the alleged immorality of his novel, The Picture of Dorian Gray. The tragic outcome of these trials serves as an ironic counterpoint to the earlier lively exchanges between Oscar and his critics, showcasing his flamboyant spirit as he savored the publicity he claimed to despise. Unfortunately, his courageous performances in the courtroom could not shield him from the brutal consequences imposed by the law—hard labor, the treadmill, and a complete physical and moral breakdown. In stark contrast to the hacks and lawyers, two insightful Americans offer thoughtful analyses of the novel, alongside reflections from Walter Pater, the venerable figure of Aestheticism. This solo Librivox project serves as a perfect complement to an upcoming dramatized reading of The Picture of Dorian Gray, featuring the current reader as Narrator. (Introduction by Martin Geeson)
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    3 分
  • 017 - The Morality of Dorian Gray

    017 - The Morality of Dorian Gray
    2026/02/19
    Who can help but laugh when an ordinary journalist earnestly suggests limiting the artists creative freedom?” “We are forever governed by journalism.... Journalism reigns eternally.” One of the most notorious British tabloids missed the chance to partake in the moral frenzy surrounding Oscar Wilde’s trials in 1895. Yet, hypocritical journalists masquerading as moral guardians were abundant then, just as they are now. This expertly curated compendium, assembled by editor Stuart Mason, concludes with a gripping transcript of Wilde’s first appearance at the Old Bailey, where he faced fierce cross-examination over the alleged immorality of his novel, The Picture of Dorian Gray. The tragic outcome of these trials serves as an ironic counterpoint to the earlier lively exchanges between Oscar and his critics, showcasing his flamboyant spirit as he savored the publicity he claimed to despise. Unfortunately, his courageous performances in the courtroom could not shield him from the brutal consequences imposed by the law—hard labor, the treadmill, and a complete physical and moral breakdown. In stark contrast to the hacks and lawyers, two insightful Americans offer thoughtful analyses of the novel, alongside reflections from Walter Pater, the venerable figure of Aestheticism. This solo Librivox project serves as a perfect complement to an upcoming dramatized reading of The Picture of Dorian Gray, featuring the current reader as Narrator. (Introduction by Martin Geeson)
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    20 分
  • 016 - Walter Pater on Dorian Gray

    016 - Walter Pater on Dorian Gray
    2026/02/19
    Who can help but laugh when an ordinary journalist earnestly suggests limiting the artists creative freedom?” “We are forever governed by journalism.... Journalism reigns eternally.” One of the most notorious British tabloids missed the chance to partake in the moral frenzy surrounding Oscar Wilde’s trials in 1895. Yet, hypocritical journalists masquerading as moral guardians were abundant then, just as they are now. This expertly curated compendium, assembled by editor Stuart Mason, concludes with a gripping transcript of Wilde’s first appearance at the Old Bailey, where he faced fierce cross-examination over the alleged immorality of his novel, The Picture of Dorian Gray. The tragic outcome of these trials serves as an ironic counterpoint to the earlier lively exchanges between Oscar and his critics, showcasing his flamboyant spirit as he savored the publicity he claimed to despise. Unfortunately, his courageous performances in the courtroom could not shield him from the brutal consequences imposed by the law—hard labor, the treadmill, and a complete physical and moral breakdown. In stark contrast to the hacks and lawyers, two insightful Americans offer thoughtful analyses of the novel, alongside reflections from Walter Pater, the venerable figure of Aestheticism. This solo Librivox project serves as a perfect complement to an upcoming dramatized reading of The Picture of Dorian Gray, featuring the current reader as Narrator. (Introduction by Martin Geeson)
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    16 分
  • 015 - The Romance of the Impossible By Julian Hawthorne

    015 - The Romance of the Impossible By Julian Hawthorne
    2026/02/19
    Who can help but laugh when an ordinary journalist earnestly suggests limiting the artists creative freedom?” “We are forever governed by journalism.... Journalism reigns eternally.” One of the most notorious British tabloids missed the chance to partake in the moral frenzy surrounding Oscar Wilde’s trials in 1895. Yet, hypocritical journalists masquerading as moral guardians were abundant then, just as they are now. This expertly curated compendium, assembled by editor Stuart Mason, concludes with a gripping transcript of Wilde’s first appearance at the Old Bailey, where he faced fierce cross-examination over the alleged immorality of his novel, The Picture of Dorian Gray. The tragic outcome of these trials serves as an ironic counterpoint to the earlier lively exchanges between Oscar and his critics, showcasing his flamboyant spirit as he savored the publicity he claimed to despise. Unfortunately, his courageous performances in the courtroom could not shield him from the brutal consequences imposed by the law—hard labor, the treadmill, and a complete physical and moral breakdown. In stark contrast to the hacks and lawyers, two insightful Americans offer thoughtful analyses of the novel, alongside reflections from Walter Pater, the venerable figure of Aestheticism. This solo Librivox project serves as a perfect complement to an upcoming dramatized reading of The Picture of Dorian Gray, featuring the current reader as Narrator. (Introduction by Martin Geeson)
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    19 分
  • 014 - A Revulsion from Realism By Anne H Wharton

    014 - A Revulsion from Realism By Anne H Wharton
    2026/02/19
    Who can help but laugh when an ordinary journalist earnestly suggests limiting the artists creative freedom?” “We are forever governed by journalism.... Journalism reigns eternally.” One of the most notorious British tabloids missed the chance to partake in the moral frenzy surrounding Oscar Wilde’s trials in 1895. Yet, hypocritical journalists masquerading as moral guardians were abundant then, just as they are now. This expertly curated compendium, assembled by editor Stuart Mason, concludes with a gripping transcript of Wilde’s first appearance at the Old Bailey, where he faced fierce cross-examination over the alleged immorality of his novel, The Picture of Dorian Gray. The tragic outcome of these trials serves as an ironic counterpoint to the earlier lively exchanges between Oscar and his critics, showcasing his flamboyant spirit as he savored the publicity he claimed to despise. Unfortunately, his courageous performances in the courtroom could not shield him from the brutal consequences imposed by the law—hard labor, the treadmill, and a complete physical and moral breakdown. In stark contrast to the hacks and lawyers, two insightful Americans offer thoughtful analyses of the novel, alongside reflections from Walter Pater, the venerable figure of Aestheticism. This solo Librivox project serves as a perfect complement to an upcoming dramatized reading of The Picture of Dorian Gray, featuring the current reader as Narrator. (Introduction by Martin Geeson)
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    19 分
  • 013 - Punch on Dorian Gray

    013 - Punch on Dorian Gray
    2026/02/19
    Who can help but laugh when an ordinary journalist earnestly suggests limiting the artists creative freedom?” “We are forever governed by journalism.... Journalism reigns eternally.” One of the most notorious British tabloids missed the chance to partake in the moral frenzy surrounding Oscar Wilde’s trials in 1895. Yet, hypocritical journalists masquerading as moral guardians were abundant then, just as they are now. This expertly curated compendium, assembled by editor Stuart Mason, concludes with a gripping transcript of Wilde’s first appearance at the Old Bailey, where he faced fierce cross-examination over the alleged immorality of his novel, The Picture of Dorian Gray. The tragic outcome of these trials serves as an ironic counterpoint to the earlier lively exchanges between Oscar and his critics, showcasing his flamboyant spirit as he savored the publicity he claimed to despise. Unfortunately, his courageous performances in the courtroom could not shield him from the brutal consequences imposed by the law—hard labor, the treadmill, and a complete physical and moral breakdown. In stark contrast to the hacks and lawyers, two insightful Americans offer thoughtful analyses of the novel, alongside reflections from Walter Pater, the venerable figure of Aestheticism. This solo Librivox project serves as a perfect complement to an upcoming dramatized reading of The Picture of Dorian Gray, featuring the current reader as Narrator. (Introduction by Martin Geeson)
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    7 分
  • 012 - A Spiritualistic Review By NIZIDA

    012 - A Spiritualistic Review By NIZIDA
    2026/02/19
    Who can help but laugh when an ordinary journalist earnestly suggests limiting the artists creative freedom?” “We are forever governed by journalism.... Journalism reigns eternally.” One of the most notorious British tabloids missed the chance to partake in the moral frenzy surrounding Oscar Wilde’s trials in 1895. Yet, hypocritical journalists masquerading as moral guardians were abundant then, just as they are now. This expertly curated compendium, assembled by editor Stuart Mason, concludes with a gripping transcript of Wilde’s first appearance at the Old Bailey, where he faced fierce cross-examination over the alleged immorality of his novel, The Picture of Dorian Gray. The tragic outcome of these trials serves as an ironic counterpoint to the earlier lively exchanges between Oscar and his critics, showcasing his flamboyant spirit as he savored the publicity he claimed to despise. Unfortunately, his courageous performances in the courtroom could not shield him from the brutal consequences imposed by the law—hard labor, the treadmill, and a complete physical and moral breakdown. In stark contrast to the hacks and lawyers, two insightful Americans offer thoughtful analyses of the novel, alongside reflections from Walter Pater, the venerable figure of Aestheticism. This solo Librivox project serves as a perfect complement to an upcoming dramatized reading of The Picture of Dorian Gray, featuring the current reader as Narrator. (Introduction by Martin Geeson)
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    25 分
  • 011 - Profuse and Perfervid

    011 - Profuse and Perfervid
    2026/02/19
    Who can help but laugh when an ordinary journalist earnestly suggests limiting the artists creative freedom?” “We are forever governed by journalism.... Journalism reigns eternally.” One of the most notorious British tabloids missed the chance to partake in the moral frenzy surrounding Oscar Wilde’s trials in 1895. Yet, hypocritical journalists masquerading as moral guardians were abundant then, just as they are now. This expertly curated compendium, assembled by editor Stuart Mason, concludes with a gripping transcript of Wilde’s first appearance at the Old Bailey, where he faced fierce cross-examination over the alleged immorality of his novel, The Picture of Dorian Gray. The tragic outcome of these trials serves as an ironic counterpoint to the earlier lively exchanges between Oscar and his critics, showcasing his flamboyant spirit as he savored the publicity he claimed to despise. Unfortunately, his courageous performances in the courtroom could not shield him from the brutal consequences imposed by the law—hard labor, the treadmill, and a complete physical and moral breakdown. In stark contrast to the hacks and lawyers, two insightful Americans offer thoughtful analyses of the novel, alongside reflections from Walter Pater, the venerable figure of Aestheticism. This solo Librivox project serves as a perfect complement to an upcoming dramatized reading of The Picture of Dorian Gray, featuring the current reader as Narrator. (Introduction by Martin Geeson)
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    9 分