Chimney-Pot Papers by Charles S. Brooks
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About this eBook
| Author | Brooks, Charles S. (Charles Stephen), 1878-1934 |
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| Illustrator | Endell, Fritz August Gottfried, 1873-1955 |
| Title | Chimney-Pot Papers |
| Note | Reading ease score: 79.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Contents | The chimney-pots -- The quest of the lost digamma -- On a rainy morning -- "1917" -- On going afoot -- On livelihoods -- The tread of the friendly giants -- On spending a holiday -- Runaway studies -- On turning into forty -- On the difference between wit and humor -- On going to a party -- On a pair of leather suspenders -- Boots for runaways -- On hanging a stocking at Christmas. |
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| Summary | "Chimney-Pot Papers" by Charles S. Brooks is a collection of essays written in the early 20th century. The work reflects on daily life, urban observations, and personal musings, often evoking a sense of nostalgia and warmth. The essays present a colorful array of characters and scenes from the author's window view into life in the city. The opening of the collection introduces readers to the author's perspective from his window, where he observes the lives of neighbors and the bustling activities on the rooftops of a crowded city. He describes various scenes, such as a sick little boy playing with his toys, couples preparing for a party, and scenes from the kitchen across the way. This vibrant tapestry of urban life sets the tone for the book, emphasizing Brooks's keen eye for detail and his whimsical, humorous take on the everyday experiences that shape human existence. The narrative suggests an exploration of the joys and trivialities found in observing the simple life around him. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Essays |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 25969 |
| Release Date | Jul 4, 2008 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 81 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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