| Author |
Ouida, 1839-1908 |
| LoC No. |
25004908
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| Title |
Views and Opinions
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| Original Publication |
United Kingdom: Methuen & Co.,1895.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 54.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Contents |
The sins of society -- Conscription -- Gardens -- O beati insipientes! -- Cities of Italy -- The failure of Christianity -- The passing of Philomel -- The Italy of to-day -- The blind guides of Italy -- L'uomo fatale -- The new woman -- Death and pity -- Shelley -- Some fallacies of science -- Female suffrage -- Vulgarity -- The state as an immoral factor -- The penalties of a well-known name -- The legislation of fear.
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| Credits |
KD Weeks, Tim Lindell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
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| Summary |
"Views and Opinions" by Ouida is a collection of essays written in the late 19th century. The essays address a range of social issues and personal reflections, critiquing the conditions of society and culture, while offering insights into aesthetics, morality, and decorum. Topics discussed include the intricacies of social behavior, the influence of wealth, the nature of art, and the roles of individuals within a community. The opening of "Views and Opinions" establishes a critical tone as the author reflects on the nature of modern society, contrasting it with a more idealized past represented by the butterfly—a symbol of grace and beauty. Ouida discusses the superficiality of contemporary ‘smart’ society, arguing it lacks elegance and refinement, as well as the enslaving customs that govern behavior. The text presents a scathing analysis of how these customs lead to a debased morality and culture, detaching individuals from genuine beauty and originality. This critique sets the stage for a thoughtful examination of various aspects of life and the potential pitfalls of societal norms. (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 -- 19th century
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
67825 |
| Release Date |
Apr 13, 2022 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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