Imaginary Interviews by William Dean Howells
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About this eBook
| Author | Howells, William Dean, 1837-1920 |
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| LoC No. | 10023136 |
| Title | Imaginary Interviews |
| Note | Reading ease score: 62.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Contents | Imaginary interviews -- Other essays. |
| Credits |
Produced by David Edwards, Graeme Mackreth and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from scans of public domain material produced by Microsoft for their Live Search Books site.) |
| Summary | "Imaginary Interviews" by William Dean Howells is a collection of satirical essays written during the early 20th century. The work is notable for its playful and imaginative dialogue, encapsulating a variety of themes related to literature, society, and human experiences through whimsical conversations with fictional characters. The opening chapter introduces the concept of an "Easy Chair," a symbolic space where discussions on contemporary issues unfold, paving the way for a rich exploration of cultural and moral reflections. At the start of the book, the reader is introduced to the concept of the Easy Chair, reflecting Howells' trademark wit and social commentary. The dialogue begins with a whimsical recounting of the chair's storied past and its significance in the context of the magazine "Harper's." The discussion revolves around the legacy of previous editors and the challenges faced by their successors in capturing the essence of contemporary social dynamics, particularly in relation to themes like the commercialization of Christmas and cultural expectations. The engaging exchange between the Easy Chair and its occupant sets a compelling tone for the rest of the collection, promising further explorations of societal values and the human condition. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Fiction |
| Subject | Essays |
| Subject | Imaginary conversations |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 28763 |
| Release Date | May 1, 2009 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 5, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 81 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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