That House I Bought: A little leaf from life by Henry Edward Warner
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About this eBook
| Author | Warner, Henry Edward, 1876-1941 |
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| LoC No. | 11022746 |
| Title | That House I Bought: A little leaf from life |
| Note | Reading ease score: 78.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "That House I Bought: A little leaf from life" by Henry Edward Warner is a humorous and reflective narrative written in the early 20th century. This book serves as a personal account detailing the author's experience of home ownership, encompassing the joys, challenges, and lessons learned throughout the process of buying and settling into a new house. The book likely explores themes of domesticity, personal growth, and the ups and downs of family life. In this engaging commentary, the author takes readers through various stages of becoming a homeowner, beginning with the impulsive decision to purchase a house after fifteen years of marriage without a permanent residence. Warner's storytelling is infused with wit as he recounts the experiences of moving, adapting to home maintenance, interacting with quirky neighbors, and the eccentricities of domestic life. As he navigates the pitfalls of homeownership—ranging from managing eccentric plumbing to dealing with curious tenants—readers witness a blend of practical advice and the joy found in creating a home. The narrative encapsulates the ups and downs of building a life together, making it relatable and endearing for anyone considering homeownership or reflecting on their own journey in domestic life. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | HQ: Social sciences: The family, Marriage, Sex and Gender |
| Subject | Home |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 49479 |
| Release Date | Jul 18, 2015 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 47 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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