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Title: Escape, and Other Essays

Note: Reading ease score: 58.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Contents: Escape — Literature and life — The new poets — Walt Whitman — Charm — Sunset — The house of Pengersick — Villages — Dreams — The visitant — That other one — Schooldays — Authorship — Herb moly and heartsease — Behold, this dreamer cometh

Credits: This etext was created by Don Lainson and Charles Aldarondo

Summary: "Escape and Other Essays" by Arthur Christopher Benson is a collection of reflective essays written in the early 20th century. The book examines themes of escape, literature, and human experience, all while being set against a backdrop of societal changes and the ramifications of war. It explores the contrasts between peaceful, idyllic settings and the harsh realities of life, particularly in the context of the First World War. At the start of the collection, Benson takes readers on a contemplative walk along the River Cam, appreciating its tranquil beauty and contrasting it with the grim realities of war that he witnesses in a train station. He poignantly captures moments of kindness among soldiers and discusses the heavy toll that conflict takes on both individuals and society. Through these vivid depictions, the opening portion of the book sets the stage for further exploration of the concept of escape—not just from physical challenges but from the emotional and psychological burdens that accompany them. Benson's essays promise a thoughtful journey through literature and life, encouraging readers to reflect on their own experiences and their desires for peace and beauty amidst chaos. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Benson, Arthur Christopher, 1862-1925

EBook No.: 4652

Published: Nov 1, 2003

Downloads: 56

Language: English

Subject: Essays

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

Title: Escape, and Other Essays

Note: Reading ease score: 58.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Contents: Escape — Literature and life — The new poets — Walt Whitman — Charm — Sunset — The house of Pengersick — Villages — Dreams — The visitant — That other one — Schooldays — Authorship — Herb moly and heartsease — Behold, this dreamer cometh

Credits: This etext was created by Don Lainson and Charles Aldarondo

Summary: "Escape and Other Essays" by Arthur Christopher Benson is a collection of reflective essays written in the early 20th century. The book examines themes of escape, literature, and human experience, all while being set against a backdrop of societal changes and the ramifications of war. It explores the contrasts between peaceful, idyllic settings and the harsh realities of life, particularly in the context of the First World War. At the start of the collection, Benson takes readers on a contemplative walk along the River Cam, appreciating its tranquil beauty and contrasting it with the grim realities of war that he witnesses in a train station. He poignantly captures moments of kindness among soldiers and discusses the heavy toll that conflict takes on both individuals and society. Through these vivid depictions, the opening portion of the book sets the stage for further exploration of the concept of escape—not just from physical challenges but from the emotional and psychological burdens that accompany them. Benson's essays promise a thoughtful journey through literature and life, encouraging readers to reflect on their own experiences and their desires for peace and beauty amidst chaos. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Benson, Arthur Christopher, 1862-1925

EBook No.: 4652

Published: Nov 1, 2003

Downloads: 56

Language: English

Subject: Essays

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.