Greybeards at Play: Literature and Art for Old Gentlemen

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Chesterton, G. K. (Gilbert Keith), 1874-1936.

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Greybeards at Play: Literature and Art for Old Gentlemen" by G. K. Chesterton is a delightful collection of rhymes and sketches written in the early 20th century. This book presents whimsical reflections on life, nature, and the essence of childhood from the perspective of aging gentlemen. The work encapsulates themes of nostalgia, humor, and philosophical musings, providing a light-hearted yet insightful commentary on the passage of time and the joys of imagination. The collection is a playful exploration of various topics, expressed through clever verse and charming illustrations. Chesterton invites the reader to embrace the spirit of youth, regardless of age, encouraging an appreciation for the simple pleasures in life, such as friendship and the wonders of the natural world. Each poem, such as the observations of a philosopher in tune with nature and the humorous perils of altruism at sea, cleverly intertwines humor with deeper philosophical thought, making it not just a book for the elderly but a joyful reminder for all readers to maintain a sense of wonder and creativity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Contents:

The oneness of the philosopher with nature

Of the dangers attending altruism on the high seas

On the disastrous spread of æstheticism in all classes

Envoy.

Credits:

E-text prepared by Robert Shimmin, William Flis, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team

Notes:

Reading ease score: 79.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2005-01-16