The gift of friendship by Alfred H. Hyatt et al.
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| Compiler | Hyatt, Alfred H. (Alfred Henry), 1871-1911 |
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| Contributor | Addison, Joseph, 1672-1719 |
| Contributor | Anthusa |
| Contributor | Aristotle, 385 BCE-323 BCE |
| Contributor | Bacon, Francis, 1561-1626 |
| Contributor | Berkeley, George, 1685-1753 |
| Contributor | Carlyle, Thomas, 1795-1881 |
| Contributor | Emerson, Ralph Waldo, 1803-1882 |
| Contributor | Goldsmith, Oliver, 1730?-1774 |
| Contributor | Johnson, Samuel, 1709-1784 |
| Contributor | Mackenzie, Henry, 1745-1831 |
| Contributor | Montaigne, Michel de, 1533-1592 |
| Contributor | Steele, Richard, Sir, 1672-1729 |
| Contributor | Thoreau, Henry David, 1817-1862 |
| Illustrator | MacGoun, H. C. Preston (Hannah C. Preston), 1864-1913 |
| Title | The gift of friendship |
| Note | Reading ease score: 62.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Contents | Friendship, by R.W. Emerson -- Friends & friendship, by H.D. Thoreau -- The sentiment of friendship, by Thomas Carlyle -- On the acquisition of friends, by Henry Mackenzie -- On friendship, by Oliver Goldsmith -- The pleasures of friendship, by Dr. Johnson -- The true art of friendship, by Dr. Johnson -- The virtue of friendship, by George Berkeley -- On the choice of friends, by Sir Richard Steele -- The qualifications of friendship, by Joseph Addison -- Of friendship, by Francis Bacon -- Of friendship, by Montaigne -- Ideal friendship, by Anthusa, to St. John -- The blessings of friendship, by Aristotle. |
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| Summary | "The Gift of Friendship" by Alfred H. Hyatt et al. is a collection of essays exploring the theme of friendship, likely compiled in the early 20th century. The work features contributions from various authors, including Ralph Waldo Emerson and Henry D. Thoreau, who reflect on the nature and significance of friendships, offering diverse insights on the bonds that connect people. Overall, the book examines the profound emotional and spiritual aspects of friendship, discussing its joys, challenges, and philosophical implications. At the start of this essay collection, the introductory segment primarily showcases Ralph Waldo Emerson's piece titled "Friendship." Emerson delves into the essence of human connections, highlighting the underlying kindness present in these relationships. He emphasizes that friendship is not merely an emotional affair but a powerful bond that fosters growth, creativity, and joy. Through his contemplative and poetic language, Emerson explores the complexities of friendship, detailing how it impacts our intellectual and emotional lives and expressing deep gratitude for the friends he cherishes. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BJ: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Ethics, Social usages, Etiquette, Religion |
| LoC Class | PN: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections |
| Subject | Friendship |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 57837 |
| Release Date | Sep 2, 2018 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 24, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 237 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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