The Opinions of a Philosopher by Robert Grant
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Author | Grant, Robert, 1852-1940 |
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Title | The Opinions of a Philosopher |
Credits | E-text prepared by Al Haines |
Summary | "The Opinions of a Philosopher" by Robert Grant is a humorous novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative unfolds through the perspective of Fred, a self-proclaimed non-philosopher who reflects on the challenges and ironies of middle-class family life, centered around his wife Josephine and their four children. The story explores themes of personal philosophy, parenting, marital dynamics, and societal expectations, offering a light-hearted look at domestic life through the lens of a man grappling with his evolving role and identity. The opening of the book introduces Fred as he humorously contemplates his newfound philosophical outlook as he enters middle age. He reflects on various aspects of his family life, including his wife's insistence on attending church and the chaos caused by their children, particularly a memorable incident involving his son Fred and an encounter with a fisherman. Grant's writing captures the comedy of errors that often accompanies family life, as Fred recognizes his struggle to practice the ideals he espouses. The initial chapters establish the playful tone of the narrative as Fred navigates his domestic challenges, with a blend of self-awareness and amusing introspection. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
Language | English |
LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
Subject | Family life -- Fiction |
Category | Text |
EBook-No. | 19509 |
Release Date | Oct 9, 2006 |
Most Recently Updated | Jan 1, 2021 |
Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
Downloads | 67 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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