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LoC No.: 12032839

Title: Patrins
To Which Is Added an Inquirendo Into the Wit & Other Good Parts of His Late Majesty King Charles the Second

Alternate Title: Patrins
To Which Is Added an Inquirendo Into the Wit and Other Good Parts of His Late Majesty King Charles II

Note: Reading ease score: 65.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Contents: On the rabid versus the harmless scholar -- The great playground -- On the ethics of descent -- Some impressions from the Tudor Exhibition -- On the delights of an incognito -- The puppy: a portrait -- On dying considered as a dramatic situation -- A bitter complaint of the ungentle reader -- Animum non coelum -- The precept of peace -- On a pleasing encounter with a pickpocket -- Reminiscences of a fine gentleman -- Irish -- An open letter to the moon -- The under dog -- Quiet London -- The captives -- On teaching one's grandmother how to suck eggs -- Wilful sadness in literature -- An inquirendo into the wit and other good parts of his late majesty, King Charles the Second.

Credits: Produced by Emmy, MFR, Linda Cantoni, and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net (This
file was produced from images generously made available
by The Internet Archive). This project is dedicated with
love to Emmy's memory.

Summary: "Patrins" by Louise Imogen Guiney is a collection of essays and reflections written in the late 19th century. The book appears to explore various themes around nature, education, society, literature, and personal experiences, weaving together observations and anecdotes with a touch of humor and eloquence. The essays promise to reveal the author's unique insights and philosophical musings, allowing readers a glimpse into the thought process and cultural commentary of the time. The opening of "Patrins" introduces the notion of a "patrin," described as a Gypsy trail marked by leaves or grass to guide those who follow. This metaphor sets the stage for the essays that follow, filled with various musings that reflect a journey through Guiney’s thoughts on subjects such as the education system, the beauty of childhood, the complexity of nature, and the demands of art and literature. In the beginning, the text hints at a critique of societal norms, particularly regarding the educational experiences of youth, setting a contemplative tone for the collection. Guiney's prose is lyrical and thought-provoking, suggesting that readers will be treated to both wit and wisdom as they accompany her through her literary explorations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Guiney, Louise Imogen, 1861-1920

EBook No.: 57024

Published: Apr 22, 2018

Downloads: 71

Language: English

Subject: Charles II, King of England, 1630-1685

Subject: American essays -- 19th century

LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

LoC No.: 12032839

Title: Patrins
To Which Is Added an Inquirendo Into the Wit & Other Good Parts of His Late Majesty King Charles the Second

Alternate Title: Patrins
To Which Is Added an Inquirendo Into the Wit and Other Good Parts of His Late Majesty King Charles II

Note: Reading ease score: 65.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Contents: On the rabid versus the harmless scholar -- The great playground -- On the ethics of descent -- Some impressions from the Tudor Exhibition -- On the delights of an incognito -- The puppy: a portrait -- On dying considered as a dramatic situation -- A bitter complaint of the ungentle reader -- Animum non coelum -- The precept of peace -- On a pleasing encounter with a pickpocket -- Reminiscences of a fine gentleman -- Irish -- An open letter to the moon -- The under dog -- Quiet London -- The captives -- On teaching one's grandmother how to suck eggs -- Wilful sadness in literature -- An inquirendo into the wit and other good parts of his late majesty, King Charles the Second.

Credits: Produced by Emmy, MFR, Linda Cantoni, and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net (This
file was produced from images generously made available
by The Internet Archive). This project is dedicated with
love to Emmy's memory.

Summary: "Patrins" by Louise Imogen Guiney is a collection of essays and reflections written in the late 19th century. The book appears to explore various themes around nature, education, society, literature, and personal experiences, weaving together observations and anecdotes with a touch of humor and eloquence. The essays promise to reveal the author's unique insights and philosophical musings, allowing readers a glimpse into the thought process and cultural commentary of the time. The opening of "Patrins" introduces the notion of a "patrin," described as a Gypsy trail marked by leaves or grass to guide those who follow. This metaphor sets the stage for the essays that follow, filled with various musings that reflect a journey through Guiney’s thoughts on subjects such as the education system, the beauty of childhood, the complexity of nature, and the demands of art and literature. In the beginning, the text hints at a critique of societal norms, particularly regarding the educational experiences of youth, setting a contemplative tone for the collection. Guiney's prose is lyrical and thought-provoking, suggesting that readers will be treated to both wit and wisdom as they accompany her through her literary explorations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Guiney, Louise Imogen, 1861-1920

EBook No.: 57024

Published: Apr 22, 2018

Downloads: 71

Language: English

Subject: Charles II, King of England, 1630-1685

Subject: American essays -- 19th century

LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.