Nine Short Essays

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Warner, Charles Dudley, 1829-1900

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"NINE SHORT ESSAYS" by Charles Dudley Warner is a collection of reflective essays written during the late 19th century. The essays delve into various topics related to life, society, culture, and literature, offering insightful observations that reflect on the human experience and the American ethos. The opening of "A Night in the Garden of the Tuileries" sets the scene for a nocturnal adventure in Paris during the time of the Second Empire. As the protagonist, a weary traveler, inadvertently falls asleep in the Tuileries Garden, he wakes to find himself alone and locked in after dark. The narrative unfolds as he grapples with the anxiety of being caught in a politically charged environment, all while contemplating the beauty of the garden, historic sights, and the presence of illustrious historical figures. Throughout this opening segment, Warner skillfully interlaces humor, social commentary, and rich imagery, inviting readers to experience his musings on solitude and the interplay between man and history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Contents:

A night in the garden of the Tuileries

Truthfulness

The pursuit of happiness

Literature and the stage

The life-saving and life prolonging art

"H.H." in southern California

Simplicity

The English volunteers during the late invasion

Nathan Hale.

Credits:

Produced by David Widger

Notes:

Reading ease score: 59.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Release date is 2004-12-05