The Philistine : a periodical of protest (Vol. I, No. 2, July 1895) by Various

"The Philistine: a periodical of protest (Vol. I, No. 2, July 1895)" by Various is a collection of essays, poetry, and reflections written during the late 19th century. This book serves as a thought-provoking critique of contemporary culture, literature, and society through various contributors. It encompasses thematic explorations of the nature of literature, societal trends, and the essence of individuality versus conformity. The content of this edition includes engaging features such as "An Interview with the Devil," which offers a satirical look at modern writers' challenges, and "Where is Literature At?" that critiques the state of contemporary literature as self-aware and disparate. Other pieces, like "Fashion in Letters and Things," humorously analyze the cyclical nature of societal norms and fashion. Through a blend of insightful commentary and verse, the publication fosters a discourse on the artistic spirit, the laughter of the gods, and societal expectations, while also encouraging readers to reflect on their values and the evolving landscape of literature and culture. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Various
Editor Taber, Harry Persons, 1865-
Title The Philistine : a periodical of protest (Vol. I, No. 2, July 1895)
Original Publication United States: The Society of the Philistines,1895.
Credits hekula03 and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from images made available by the HathiTrust Digital Library.)
Reading Level Reading ease score: 71.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Language English
LoC Class AP: General Works: Periodicals
Subject American literature -- Periodicals
Subject American periodicals
Subject Society of the Philistines (East Aurora, N.Y.) -- Periodicals
Category Text
eBook-No. 68382
Release Date
Last Update Oct 18, 2024
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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