| Author |
Various |
| Editor |
Taber, Harry Persons, 1865- |
| Title |
The Philistine : a periodical of protest (Vol. I, No. 6, November 1895)
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| Original Publication |
United States: The Society of the Philistines,1895.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 70.4 (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. 6, November 1895)" by Various is a literary periodical published in the late 19th century. The book serves as a commentary and protest against the prevailing cultural attitudes of its time, reflecting the artistic and intellectual climate of that era. It showcases a diverse collection of poems, essays, and articles that express various viewpoints on art, literature, and society. In this particular issue, the content explores themes such as the commercialization of art, personal expression, and critiques societal norms. The writings range from sonnets expressing despair to satirical pieces critiquing the literary syndicate's commercial motives and the societal implications of artistic pursuits. Contributors grapple with the tension between artistic integrity and financial sustenance, revealing the struggles of artists seeking recognition without compromising their values. Overall, "The Philistine" presents a thought-provoking exploration of the relationship between art and society, encouraging readers to engage critically with cultural narratives. (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. |
68638 |
| Release Date |
Jul 29, 2022 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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