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From a College Window
- Format:
- Book
- Author/Creator:
- Benson, Arthur Christopher, 1862-1925
- Language:
- English
- Physical Description:
- 1 online resource : multiple file formats
- Place of Publication:
- Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,
- Summary:
- "From a College Window" by Arthur Christopher Benson is a collection of reflective essays written in the early 20th century. The book explores the author's observations and thoughts on various topics, including the nature of art and education, the importance of sincerity in expression, and the experiences of life at a university. Through the lens of a college don, Benson seeks to convey a genuine portrayal of intellectual and personal growth, alluding to the blend of youthful vigor and matured wisdom that shapes one's understanding of life's intricacies. The opening of the book introduces readers to Benson's perspective on life and art, emphasizing the significance of personal sincerity and the value of one's unique viewpoint. The author reflects on his own upbringing in a nurturing intellectual environment and his subsequent experiences as a schoolmaster and college fellow. He describes the setting of his college, noting its serene beauty and the vibrancy of student life around him. Throughout this initial portion, Benson deftly balances nostalgia with contemplation, leading readers to consider the relationship between education, personal growth, and the ongoing quest for meaning in life. Through eloquent prose and keen insights, the opening sets the stage for a thoughtful and engaging examination of the complexities of human experience within academia. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
- Contents:
- The point of view
- On growing older
- Books
- Sociabilities
- Conversation
- Beauty
- Art
- Egotism
- Education
- Authorship
- The criticism of others
- Priests
- Ambition
- The simple life
- Games
- Spiritualism
- Habits
- Religion.
- Credits:
- Produced by Don Lainson and Charles Aldarondo. HTML version by Al Haines.
- Notes:
- Reading ease score: 55.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
- Release date is 2003-11-01
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