What Is Your Culture to Me? by Charles Dudley Warner

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Author Warner, Charles Dudley, 1829-1900
Title What Is Your Culture to Me?
Note Reading ease score: 59.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits Produced by David Widger
Summary "What Is Your Culture to Me?" by Charles Dudley Warner is an insightful address delivered in the early 1870s, likely during the post-Civil War period, a time marked by social and economic transition in America. This lecture candidly explores the themes of culture, education, and the relationship of the educated elite to the broader society. Warner examines how the scholars and those with refined cultural tastes often seem disconnected from the practical needs of the common man, raising the question of what true culture can contribute to the everyday lives of those who toil in labor. In this thought-provoking work, Warner articulates a sense of urgency for how those with the privilege of education should engage with and uplift the less fortunate. He emphasizes that mere accumulation of knowledge is insufficient if it does not translate into meaningful influence and connection with the larger community. Highlighting various societal roles—from scholars to artists—Warner calls for a symbiotic relationship wherein cultural refinement enhances the collective experience of humanity, advocating for education that serves not only personal enrichment but also fosters compassion, understanding, and mutual respect across social classes. The text ultimately serves as a critique of elitism and a rallying call for scholars to bring their insights and culture into the realm of common life, asserting that genuine culture should aim to bridge societal divides. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Essays
Category Text
EBook-No. 3119
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 8, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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