Father and Son: A Study of Two Temperaments by Edmund Gosse

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Author Gosse, Edmund, 1849-1928
Title Father and Son: A Study of Two Temperaments
Note Reading ease score: 61.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits E-Text created by Martin Adamson
Summary "Father and Son: A Study of Two Temperaments" by Edmund Gosse is an autobiographical work written in the late 19th century. The narrative recounts the complex relationship between the author and his parents, exploring themes of spirituality, education, and the contrasting temperaments that shaped their interactions. Through a reflective lens, Gosse offers an intimate look at the familial dynamics that ultimately led to a painful rift, highlighting the clash between differing worldviews and the deep respect that remained despite their differences. At the start of the memoir, the author sets the tone by describing his upbringing in a strict, religious household shaped by Puritan values and a commitment to the study of the Scriptures. He recounts the early years of his life, where he felt isolated from the world outside, raised away from typical childhood influences, such as fairy tales and imaginative play. The opening also introduces the reader to his mother, a strong and devout woman whose suffering becomes a focal point as her health declines later in the narrative, and his father, a passionate zoologist, whose intellectual pursuits form a significant aspect of the family's life. The opening portion provides a rich backdrop for Gosse's exploration of his personal and familial struggles, setting the stage for the exploration of faith, duty, and individuality. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Gosse, Philip Henry, 1810-1888
Subject Authors, English -- 19th century -- Biography
Subject England -- Social life and customs -- 19th century
Subject Gosse, Edmund, 1849-1928 -- Childhood and youth
Subject Authors, English -- 19th century -- Family relationships
Subject Plymouth Brethren -- England -- Biography
Subject Zoologists -- Great Britain -- Biography
Subject Conflict of generations -- England
Subject Fathers and sons -- England
Subject Apostasy
Category Text
EBook-No. 2540
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 1, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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