The Fly Leaf, No. 5, Vol. 1, April 1896

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Various

Contributor:

Harte, Walter Blackburn, 1867-1899

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"The Fly Leaf, No. 5, Vol. 1, April 1896" by Various is a pamphlet periodical that belongs to the genre of literature focused on cultural commentary and reflections suitable for curious individuals and book lovers during the late 19th century. Edited by Walter Blackburn Harte, this publication aims to provide a unique literary experience that distinguishes itself from other similar periodicals of the time, highlighting a blend of anecdotes, essays, poetry, and fiction. The content of this issue includes a provocative essay titled "The Apotheosis of the Harlot in the Passing Show," in which the author critiques the prominence of hedonistic themes in contemporary society, emphasizing how the figure of the harlot has become a significant influence in both literature and public life. The periodical also features a range of poetic contributions and commentary on the nature of American literature, social influences, and the dynamics of modern democracy. Through its eclectic mix of thought-provoking articles and creative expression, "The Fly Leaf" serves as a platform for the exploration of serious topics with a lively and engaging style, appealing to its literary-minded audience. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by hekula03, David E. Brown, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from images made available by the HathiTrust Digital Library.)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 58.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Release date is 2020-07-26