Brief Diversions: Being Tales, Travesties and Epigrams by J. B. Priestley
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| Author | Priestley, J. B. (John Boynton), 1894-1984 |
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| Title | Brief Diversions: Being Tales, Travesties and Epigrams |
| Note | Reading ease score: 76.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Summary | "Brief Diversions: Being Tales, Travesties and Epigrams" by J. B. Priestley is a collection of literary vignettes that was written in the early 20th century. The book features a variety of short narratives, travesties, and witty epigrams showcasing Priestley's characteristic humor and insight into human nature and society. The collection loosely touches upon themes of love, war, existential musings, and the absurdities of modern life, providing readers with a stimulating and reflective experience. The content of the book is diverse, bringing together a mixture of original tales alongside playful parodies of well-known literary figures. Each piece invites the reader into a unique scenario, such as a god facing modern ridicule, a politician grappling with the absurdities of truth, or a fiddler who leads Death in a dance. Through cleverly crafted narratives, Priestley explores poignant truths about existence, the folly of societal norms, and the intricate dance between death and life, ultimately weaving a tapestry that celebrates the complexities of human thoughts and experiences while often eliciting a chuckle. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | English literature -- 20th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 49755 |
| Release Date | Aug 21, 2015 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 25, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 63 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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