Author |
Various |
Editor |
Taber, Harry Persons, 1865- |
Title |
The Philistine : a periodical of protest (Vol. I, No. 2, July 1895)
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Original Publication |
United States: The Society of the Philistines,1895.
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Note |
Reading ease score: 71.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Credits |
hekula03 and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from images made available by the HathiTrust Digital Library.)
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Summary |
"The Philistine: a periodical of protest (Vol. I, No. 2, July 1895)" by Various is a collection of essays, poetry, and reflections written during the late 19th century. This book serves as a thought-provoking critique of contemporary culture, literature, and society through various contributors. It encompasses thematic explorations of the nature of literature, societal trends, and the essence of individuality versus conformity. The content of this edition includes engaging features such as "An Interview with the Devil," which offers a satirical look at modern writers' challenges, and "Where is Literature At?" that critiques the state of contemporary literature as self-aware and disparate. Other pieces, like "Fashion in Letters and Things," humorously analyze the cyclical nature of societal norms and fashion. Through a blend of insightful commentary and verse, the publication fosters a discourse on the artistic spirit, the laughter of the gods, and societal expectations, while also encouraging readers to reflect on their values and the evolving landscape of literature and culture. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Language |
English |
LoC Class |
AP: General Works: Periodicals
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Subject |
American literature -- Periodicals
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Subject |
American periodicals
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Subject |
Society of the Philistines (East Aurora, N.Y.) -- Periodicals
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Category |
Text |
EBook-No. |
68382 |
Release Date |
Jun 23, 2022 |
Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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