In the Dozy Hours, and Other Papers by Agnes Repplier
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About this eBook
| Author | Repplier, Agnes, 1855-1950 |
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| LoC No. | 12038023 |
| Title | In the Dozy Hours, and Other Papers |
| Note | Reading ease score: 63.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Contents | In the dozy hours -- A kitten -- At the novelist's table -- In behalf of parents -- Aut Cæsar, aut nihil -- A note on mirrors -- Gifts -- Humor: English and American -- The discomforts of luxury: a speculation -- Lectures -- Reviewers and reviewed -- Pastels: a query -- Guests -- Sympathy -- Opinions -- The children's age -- A forgotten poet -- Dialogues -- A curious contention -- The passing of the essay. |
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| Summary | "In the Dozy Hours, and Other Papers" by Agnes Repplier is a collection of essays written in the late 19th century. The book explores various themes surrounding literature, the joys of reading, and the quiet pleasures of life through a reflective and often humorous lens. Each essay offers insights into beloved literary figures and personal musings, inviting readers to ponder the impact of literature on our daily experiences. The opening of this work engages with the idea of reading as a comforting and restorative activity, setting a tone of nostalgic reverie. Repplier references writers such as Thackeray and Montaigne, discussing their ability to soothe the soul during "dozy hours" when the world feels heavy and the mind craves respite. The author reflects on how our cherished books provide solace and a sense of connection to past joys while acknowledging the bittersweet nature of recalling beloved tales that can never quite be read anew. This contemplative beginning establishes a warm and inviting atmosphere for readers as they explore the further essays in the collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | American essays -- 19th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 58942 |
| Release Date | Feb 23, 2019 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 24, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 47 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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