Ponkapog Papers by Thomas Bailey Aldrich
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| Author | Aldrich, Thomas Bailey, 1836-1907 |
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| Title | Ponkapog Papers |
| Note | Reading ease score: 66.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Contents | Leaves from a note book -- Tom Folio -- Fleabody and other queer names -- A note on 'L'aiglon" -- Plot and character -- The cruelty of science -- Leigh Hunt and Barry Cornwall -- Decoration day -- Writers and talkers -- On early rising -- Un poête manqué -- The male costume of the period -- On a certain affectation -- Wishmakers' town -- Historical novels -- Poor Yorick -- The autograph hunter -- Robert Herrick. |
| Credits | Judith Boss and David Widger |
| Summary | "Ponkapog Papers" by Thomas Bailey Aldrich is a collection of essays and miscellaneous notes that reflect the author's insights and observations, likely written during the early 20th century. The work seems to delve into various topics, blending humor, critique, and thoughtful considerations on literature, society, and the human experience, all while maintaining a certain unassuming quality that resonates with the quaintness of the titular village, Ponkapog. At the start of this collection, the opening notes reveal Aldrich's unique voice and perspective, which challenges the conventions of writing and observation. He mulls over various subjects, from the peculiarities of human behavior to reflections on literary figures and their quirks. These essays seem to capture the essence of everyday life, infused with Aldrich's wit and keen perception. He offers insights into the nature of creativity, the art of storytelling, and the bittersweet intricacies of existence, all while drawing the reader into a world rich with character and depth, set against the backdrop of historical and social commentary. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Essays |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 625 |
| Release Date | Mar 18, 2006 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jul 26, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 87 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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