Idle Hours in a Library by William Henry Hudson

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Author Hudson, William Henry, 1862-1918
LoC No. 99003790
Title Idle Hours in a Library
Note Reading ease score: 56.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Contents London life in Shakespeare's time -- Pepys and his diary -- Two novelists of the English Restoration -- A glimpse of Bohemia.
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Summary "Idle Hours in a Library" by William Henry Hudson is a collection of essays written in the late 19th century. It presents a series of contemplative pieces responding to literary subjects, drawing from Hudson's hours spent browsing and reflecting on various texts. As Hudson leads readers through topics such as Elizabethan life and classic literature, he combines personal insights with historical context, creating a rich tapestry that examines the intersection between literature and life. The opening of the volume introduces Hudson’s intent and thematic focus, primarily outlining his explorations into various literary themes and figures. He discusses his essays, which comprise a mix of popular lectures and magazine articles, emphasizing their informal and accessible nature. Readers are invited to reflect on the vitality of classic writers like Shakespeare and Samuel Pepys, as well as the social and moral fabric of Elizabethan society. Hudson’s examination of these subjects seeks to rekindle interest in historical literature while fostering appreciation for the deeper joys of reading amidst the mundanity of life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject London (England) -- Social life and customs
Subject English literature -- History and criticism
Subject Pepys, Samuel, 1633-1703
Subject Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616 -- Contemporary England
Subject Behn, Aphra, 1640-1689
Subject Manley, Mrs. (Mary de la Rivière), 1663-1724
Subject Murger, Henri, 1822-1861. Scènes de la vie de Bohême
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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