Cargoes for Crusoes by Grant M. Overton

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Author Overton, Grant M. (Grant Martin), 1887-1930
LoC No. 24022297
Title Cargoes for Crusoes
Original Publication United States: D. Appleton & Company,1924.
Contents The knightliness of Philip Gibbs -- The trail blazers -- The art of Melville Davisson Post -- Jeffery Farnol's gestes -- Adults please skip -- The twentieth century Gothic of Aldous Huxley -- In every home: a chapter for women -- A great impersonation by E. Phillips Oppenheim -- G. Stanley Hall, psychologist -- The mode in new fiction -- Cosmo Hamilton's unwritten history -- Lest they forget -- That literary wanderer, E.V. Lucas -- American history in fiction -- The fireside theatre -- A reasonable view of Michael Arlen -- Palettes and patterns in prose and poetry -- Coming!: Courtney Ryley Cooper: Coming! -- Edith Wharton's old New York -- Not found elsewhere -- Frank L. Packard unlocks a book -- All creeds and none -- J.C. Snaith and George Gibbs -- Mary Johnston's adventure.
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Summary "Cargoes for Crusoes" by Grant M. Overton is a collection of literary essays written in the early 20th century. The book explores a range of topics related to literature and the authors of the time, mixing both analytical reviews and insights into the works of contemporary writers. In this volume, Overton reflects on the joys of reading and the impact of literature on personal experience and growth, emphasizing the adventures found within the pages of books." The opening of "Cargoes for Crusoes" introduces a fascinating premise: the fictional Robinson Crusoe recounts how he survived his island loneliness through the unexpected arrival of a shipwrecked cargo of books. Expressing joy at discovering this literary treasure, he immerses himself in reading, claiming it has saved him from boredom. The narrator emphasizes the profound effect that literature has had on his life, engaging with various characters and authors as companions in his solitude. The preface sets the tone for an exploration of the value of books and their ability to offer both instruction and entertainment, leading into the following essays that delve into the works of various authors he admires. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject English literature -- 20th century -- History and criticism
Subject American literature -- 20th century -- History and criticism
Subject English-speaking countries -- Intellectual life -- 20th century
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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