| Author |
Benson, Margaret, 1865-1916 |
| Title |
Subject to Vanity
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| Original Publication |
United States: Dodd, Mead, & Company,1895.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 72.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Note |
Illustrated by the author.
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| Contents |
Apologia pro fele mea -- Clandestine correspondence -- In the bosom of the family -- Chance acquaintance -- The deserted lover -- Jack -- A regular flirt -- A faithful friend -- Kids of the goats -- Community life -- Finished Solomon.
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| Credits |
The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
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| Summary |
"Subject to Vanity" by Margaret Benson is a collection of essays and anecdotes centered around the lives and characteristics of various pets, particularly cats and birds, written in the late 19th century. The work explores themes of affection, jealousy, and the social interactions of animals, offering a unique perspective on domestic life from the viewpoint of both the animals and their human caretakers, which provides a whimsical yet thoughtful commentary on the nature of companionship. The opening of the book introduces the cat named Persis and her experiences as a beloved pet. The narrator reflects on the complexities of Persis's character, detailing her affectionate nature, her interactions with other animals, and how her demeanor shifts upon having kittens. As Persis transitions from a playful kitten to a mother, her jealousy and emotional struggles emerge, particularly in response to the attention given to her offspring. The narrative sets a tone of affection and curiosity about the emotional world of animals, inviting readers into the intimate aspects of pet ownership and the bonds formed within the household. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
QL: Science: Zoology
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| Subject |
Animals
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| Subject |
Pets
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
66780 |
| Release Date |
Nov 21, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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