Hieroglyphics

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Machen, Arthur, 1863-1947

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Hieroglyphics" by Arthur Machen is a collection of literary reflections written in the early 20th century. The text is framed as a series of conversations that explore the nature of literature and the essence of fine writing through the musings of an enigmatic character referred to as "the Hermit." The work delves into profound themes regarding art, literature, and the human experience. The opening portion of "Hieroglyphics" introduces the narrator's friendship with the Hermit, a reclusive figure who engages in deep philosophical discussions about life and literature. Their meetings occur in a dim, atmospheric room filled with an air of mystique, emphasizing the solitude that the Hermit has chosen. The initial conversation revolves around the significance of journalism and literature, pondering the criteria that determine what constitutes true literary value. The Hermit's belief in the concept of "ecstasy" as a hallmark of fine literature leads to inquiries about the relationship between art and commercialism, ultimately establishing a foundation for the book's exploration of the higher ideals of literary expression. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by David Starner, Margo Romberg and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Print project.)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 54.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Release date is 2012-07-15