The Cords of Vanity: A Comedy of Shirking by James Branch Cabell

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Author Cabell, James Branch, 1879-1958
Title The Cords of Vanity: A Comedy of Shirking
Note Reading ease score: 70.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Note Introduction by Wilson Follett
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Summary "The Cords of Vanity: A Comedy of Shirking" by James Branch Cabell is a novel likely written in the early 20th century. The story follows Robert Etheridge Townsend, a young man of artistic temperament who evades the responsibilities and discomforts of life through a series of whimsical introspections and romantic entanglements, particularly with the enchanting Stella Musgrave and other women in his life. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to the protagonist as a child reflecting upon the complexities of life, love, and loss, notably through his experiences with his mother's sorrow over his father's death. The tone is distinctly playful and ironic, providing rich commentary on the nature of youth and the burdens of adulthood. Through a series of encounters, particularly a dance with Stella, the opening sets the stage for Townsend's ongoing struggle with the expectations placed upon him and his desire to shirk those obligations in favor of a more carefree existence. This nuanced interplay of themes promises a combination of humor, reflection, and societal critique as the story unfolds. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Authors -- Fiction
Subject United States -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
Subject Marriage -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 9608
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Most Recently Updated Jan 2, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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