| Author |
Milne, A. A. (Alan Alexander), 1882-1956 |
| Title |
If I May
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 78.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Contents |
The case for the artist -- A London garden -- The game of kings -- Fixtures and fittings -- Experts -- The Robinson tradition -- Getting things done -- Christmas games -- The mathematical mind -- Going out to dinner -- The etiquette of escape -- Geographical research -- Children's plays -- The road to knowledge -- A man of property -- An ordnance map -- The Lord Mayor -- The holiday problem -- The Burlington arcade -- State lotteries -- The record lie -- Wedding bells -- Public opinion -- The honour of your country -- A village celebration -- A train of thought -- Melodrama -- A lost masterpiece -- A hint for next Christmas -- The future -- The largest circulation -- The Watson touch -- Some old companions -- A haunted house -- Round the world and back -- The state of the theatre -- The fires of autumn -- Not guilty -- A digression -- High finance -- Secret papers.
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| Credits |
Produced by Stan Goodman and Curtis Weyant
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| Summary |
"If I May" by A. A. Milne is a collection of essays written in the early 20th century that reflects on various topics, including art, gardening, social customs, and human nature. The essays are characterized by Milne's witty and engaging prose, as he examines the nuances of life and the experiences that define the human condition. At the start of the book, Milne introduces the theme of the artist's role in society through a humorous exploration of their perceived importance compared to more practical vocations. He contemplates the artist's necessity for cultural enrichment against the backdrop of post-war England, contrasting creators like Shakespeare and Bach with the laborers who build society. Milne draws on a personal anecdote about his own engagement with bees to illustrate his argument regarding the often-overlooked significance of creativity in a utilitarian world. As the opening portion unfolds, readers are immersed in Milne's reflective style, which humorously critiques societal values while celebrating the joy that creativity brings to everyday life. (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 |
English essays
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
7365 |
| Release Date |
Jan 1, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Apr 3, 2018 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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