Around the Tea-Table by T. De Witt Talmage
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| Author | Talmage, T. De Witt (Thomas De Witt), 1832-1902 |
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| Title | Around the Tea-Table |
| Note | Reading ease score: 76.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Around the Tea-Table" by T. De Witt Talmage is a collection of conversational essays written during the late 19th century. The book revolves around the lively discussions and amusing anecdotes shared among friends gathered around a tea-table, reflecting on social, cultural, and moral themes of the time. The engaging dialogue among characters, such as Dr. Butterfield and Mr. Givemfits, serves to illustrate contrasting perspectives on various issues, inviting readers to join in on their humorous yet insightful conversations. At the start of the book, Talmage sets the scene for the enjoyable evening ritual of gathering at the tea-table, where friends convene after a busy day. He introduces key characters, including the cheerful Dr. Butterfield, who offers uplifting views, and the cynical Mr. Givemfits, who often expresses a grim outlook on life. Their exchanges, filled with light-hearted banter and pointed critiques, serve as a platform for exploring societal norms and human nature. The opening establishes a framework for the subsequent chapters, suggesting that each gathering will bring fresh stories, laughter, and thought-provoking commentary that reflects the complexities of the era. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Conduct of life -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 14662 |
| Release Date | Jan 11, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 19, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 55 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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