| Author |
Jerome, Jerome K. (Jerome Klapka), 1859-1927 |
| Title |
The Angel and the Author, and Others
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 81.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Transcribed from the 1908 Hurst and Blackett edition by David Price
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| Summary |
"The Angel and the Author, and Others" by Jerome K. Jerome is a collection of humorous essays and stories written in the late 19th century. This work showcases the author’s characteristic wit, as he navigates themes of morality, society, and the absurdity of human nature through a blend of fictional narratives and personal observations. The overarching topic delves into the nature of charity, virtue, and the interplay between self-perception and external judgment, often illustrated through the author's whimsical interactions with fantastical characters like the Recording Angel. At the start of the book, the narrative opens with the author recounting a peculiar dream in which he converses with the Recording Angel. As he ascends higher, the Angel reveals that his good deeds, rather than being credited, have been mistakenly cataloged as sins. The author reflects on the concept of charity, questioning the sincerity and meaning behind perceived acts of goodwill, as he humorously lists his contributions to various charitable causes. This opening portion sets the tone for a satirical exploration of human kindness and societal expectations, prompting readers to ponder where true virtue lies. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
Authors -- Fiction
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| Subject |
English wit and humor
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| Subject |
Guardian angels -- Fiction
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| Subject |
London (England) -- Intellectual life -- 19th century -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
2368 |
| Release Date |
Oct 1, 2000 |
| Most Recently Updated |
May 16, 2007 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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