Learning and Other Essays by John Jay Chapman

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Author Chapman, John Jay, 1862-1933
LoC No. 11000389
Title Learning and Other Essays
Original Publication United States: Moffat, Yard and Company,1910.
Note Reading ease score: 67.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Contents Learning -- Professorial ethics -- The drama -- Norway -- Doctor Howe -- Jesters -- The comic -- The unity of human nature -- The doctrine of non-resistance -- Climate -- The influence of schools -- The æsthetic.
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Summary "Learning and Other Essays" by John Jay Chapman is a collection of reflective essays likely written in the early 20th century. This work explores themes surrounding education, the arts, and the societal conditions affecting artistic and intellectual development in America. The essays provide insights into the deeper values of learning and artistic expression, as well as critiques of contemporary educational practices. The opening of the collection begins with a meditation on the nature of education through the lens of an encounter with a gem in a museum, which serves as a metaphor for the deeper cultural understanding that art and history can provide. Chapman reflects on the intrinsic value of art, education, and tradition, emphasizing that true appreciation comes from an understanding of the context and heritage that shape these forms of expression. He sets the stage for a broader examination of how these elements have been impacted by modern American society, suggesting a longing for a more profound connection to the rich traditions that have shaped human thought and creativity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject American essays
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EBook-No. 66522
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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