Recollections of a Varied Life by George Cary Eggleston
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| Author | Eggleston, George Cary, 1839-1911 |
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| LoC No. | 10009800 |
| Title | Recollections of a Varied Life |
| Note | Reading ease score: 65.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Recollections of a Varied Life" by George Cary Eggleston is an autobiography written in the early 20th century. The book reflects on the author's life experiences spanning several decades, marked by his encounters with significant historical developments in America and various notable individuals. The narrative promises to offer insights into the social and cultural landscape of America, particularly focusing on the formative years of the mid-19th century. The opening of the memoir introduces the idea that every life holds its unique interest, setting the tone for Eggleston's reflections as he shares his diverse experiences. He expresses a desire to recount the notable events and fascinating people he has encountered, emphasizing a light-hearted and forgiving approach to the narratives. Through his early recollections, Eggleston paints a vivid picture of American society in the 1840s, characterizing it as distinctly American and often provincial, while highlighting the contrasts between rural and urban life, the challenges of communication, and the budding influences of the railroads on social interactions. This autobiographical work seeks to bridge personal memory with broader historical narratives, inviting readers to engage with the evolution of American identity through the author's eyes. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Authors, American -- Biography |
| Subject | United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Personal narratives, Confederate |
| Subject | Journalists -- United States -- Biography |
| Subject | Eggleston, George Cary, 1839-1911 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 36720 |
| Release Date | Jul 13, 2011 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 7, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 122 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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