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Title: Horae subsecivae. Rab and His Friends, and Other Papers
Note: Reading ease score: 58.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Contents: Rab and his friends -- Her last half-crown -- Our dogs -- Queen Mary's child-garden -- 'Atxinoia -- Letter to John Cairns -- Dr. Chalmers -- Dr. George Wilson -- Notes on art -- "Oh, I'm wat, wat." -- Education through the senses -- The black dwarf's bones -- Horae subecivae -- Arthur H. Hallam.
Credits:
Produced by David Widger from page images generously
provided by the Internet Archive
Summary: "Horae subsecivae. Rab and His Friends, and Other Papers" by John Brown is a collection of reflective essays and stories written during the late 19th century. The primary piece included, "Rab and His Friends," centers on an affectionate depiction of the bond between a young medical student, John, and a noble dog named Rab, exploring themes of loyalty, love, and the profound connection between humans and their animal companions. At the start of the collection, the narrative dives into the youthful adventures of John and his friend Bob as they encounter a dog fight in the streets of Edinburgh, setting the stage for discussions on human nature and instincts. This scene introduces not only the lively nature of boys but also leads to the heartfelt tale of Rab, who becomes a cherished companion to both John and his owner, James. The storytelling emphasizes the affectionate traits observed in Rab, hinting at the deep emotional ties that the main characters will explore throughout their relationship, ultimately intertwining lessons of compassion and loss. The opening sets an engaging tone, blending humor, sadness, and a rich observation of both human and canine experiences. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Brown, John, 1810-1882
Illustrator: McCullough, W. A. (William A.)
Illustrator: Shepherd, Jessie Curtis, 1842-1907
EBook No.: 45929
Published: Jun 10, 2014
Downloads: 111
Language: English
Subject: English essays
Subject: Dogs -- Folklore
Subject: Art criticism
Subject: Brown, John, 1810-1882 -- Childhood and youth
Subject: Authors, English -- 19th century -- Biography
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Horae subsecivae. Rab and His Friends, and Other Papers
Note: Reading ease score: 58.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Contents: Rab and his friends -- Her last half-crown -- Our dogs -- Queen Mary's child-garden -- 'Atxinoia -- Letter to John Cairns -- Dr. Chalmers -- Dr. George Wilson -- Notes on art -- "Oh, I'm wat, wat." -- Education through the senses -- The black dwarf's bones -- Horae subecivae -- Arthur H. Hallam.
Credits:
Produced by David Widger from page images generously
provided by the Internet Archive
Summary: "Horae subsecivae. Rab and His Friends, and Other Papers" by John Brown is a collection of reflective essays and stories written during the late 19th century. The primary piece included, "Rab and His Friends," centers on an affectionate depiction of the bond between a young medical student, John, and a noble dog named Rab, exploring themes of loyalty, love, and the profound connection between humans and their animal companions. At the start of the collection, the narrative dives into the youthful adventures of John and his friend Bob as they encounter a dog fight in the streets of Edinburgh, setting the stage for discussions on human nature and instincts. This scene introduces not only the lively nature of boys but also leads to the heartfelt tale of Rab, who becomes a cherished companion to both John and his owner, James. The storytelling emphasizes the affectionate traits observed in Rab, hinting at the deep emotional ties that the main characters will explore throughout their relationship, ultimately intertwining lessons of compassion and loss. The opening sets an engaging tone, blending humor, sadness, and a rich observation of both human and canine experiences. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Brown, John, 1810-1882
Illustrator: McCullough, W. A. (William A.)
Illustrator: Shepherd, Jessie Curtis, 1842-1907
EBook No.: 45929
Published: Jun 10, 2014
Downloads: 111
Language: English
Subject: English essays
Subject: Dogs -- Folklore
Subject: Art criticism
Subject: Brown, John, 1810-1882 -- Childhood and youth
Subject: Authors, English -- 19th century -- Biography
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.