Confessions of a Neurasthenic by William Taylor Marrs
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| Author | Marrs, William Taylor |
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| LoC No. | 09004580 |
| Title | Confessions of a Neurasthenic |
| Note | Reading ease score: 68.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Confessions of a Neurasthenic" by William Taylor Marrs is a memoir written in the early 20th century that explores the author's experiences with neurasthenia, a condition often characterized by emotional distress, fatigue, and anxiety. Marrs shares his personal journey from infancy through various stages of his life, detailing how his mental and physical health shape his identity and interactions with the world. The narrative blends humor with introspective observations, making it an engaging read for those interested in psychological wellness and personal anecdotes. The opening of the memoir introduces Marrs as he reflects on his early life and its influences on his development as a neurasthenic. He candidly describes his birth into poverty and explores his tumultuous childhood filled with “nervous” tendencies and a lack of focus. These early experiences set the stage for a life marked by a series of peculiarities, health concerns, and self-diagnoses. The author's apology at the beginning hints at the personal nature of his observations and sets a tone for both humor and reflection, suggesting that readers can expect both an entertaining and insightful look into the life of a neurasthenic. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | RC: Medicine: Internal medicine |
| Subject | Neurasthenia |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 30487 |
| Release Date | Nov 17, 2009 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 5, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 265 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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