The Idle Thoughts of an Idle Fellow by Jerome K. Jerome

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Author Jerome, Jerome K. (Jerome Klapka), 1859-1927
Title The Idle Thoughts of an Idle Fellow
Note Reading ease score: 76.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Contents Preface -- On being idle -- On being in love -- On being in the blues -- On being hard up -- On vanity and vanities -- On getting on in the world -- On the weather -- On cats and dogs -- On being shy -- On babies -- On eating and drinking -- On furnished apartments -- On dress and deportment -- On memory.
Credits Produced by Ron Burkey, Amy Thomte, and David Widger
Summary "The Idle Thoughts of an Idle Fellow" by Jerome K. Jerome is a collection of humorous essays written during the late 19th century. The book reflects on the whimsical and often ironic musings of the author, who presents himself as a self-proclaimed idler. The essays cover various topics, including idleness, love, melancholy, vanity, and the trials of daily life, all portrayed through the lens of the narrator's personal anecdotes and observations. At the start of the book, Jerome establishes a lighthearted tone as he discusses the nature and joys of idleness. He reflects on the concept of doing nothing as a form of art and the paradoxical idea that true idleness can only be appreciated when one has the burden of work to compare it against. The author humorously recounts his experiences with enforced idleness due to illness, detailing the futile attempts to engage in leisure while grappling with the boredom that ensues. This opening invites readers into Jerome's engaging world, filled with relatable moments and sharp wit, setting the stage for a series of delightful reflections on the little absurdities of life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject English essays
Subject English wit and humor
Category Text
EBook-No. 849
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Most Recently Updated May 24, 2023
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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