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Title: Dreams, Waking Thoughts, and Incidents

Note: Reading ease score: 59.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Credits: Transcribed from the 1891 Ward, Lock and Co. edition by David Price

Summary: "Dreams, Waking Thoughts, and Incidents" by William Beckford is a collection of letters and reflections written during the late 18th century. Through these letters, the author documents his travels across various parts of Europe, sharing his whimsical musings, vivid dreams, and observations of the landscapes and cultures he encounters along the way. The introspective nature of the writing reveals Beckford's profound imagination and nostalgia, as well as his struggles with the contrast between reality and his dreamy ideals. The opening of the book introduces us to Beckford's character as a deeply imaginative traveler, who often finds himself lost in reveries and longing for the familiar comforts of home. He begins his journey on June 19, 1780, reminiscing about his idyllic past while taking in the misty landscapes of Kent. Through a series of lively and humorous descriptions, he conveys his feelings of melancholy as he transitions from the serene beauty of England to the alien atmosphere of Flanders, further contemplating the quieter moments in places like Antwerp. As he navigates through bustling towns and historical landmarks, his reflections reveal not just observations of the surrounding world, but also the inner workings of a mind caught between reality and fantasy, often intertwining vivid descriptions of dreams with the observations of his travels. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Beckford, William, 1760-1844

EBook No.: 7258

Published: Jan 1, 2005

Downloads: 153

Language: English

Subject: Beckford, William, 1760-1844

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

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Title: Dreams, Waking Thoughts, and Incidents

Note: Reading ease score: 59.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Credits: Transcribed from the 1891 Ward, Lock and Co. edition by David Price

Summary: "Dreams, Waking Thoughts, and Incidents" by William Beckford is a collection of letters and reflections written during the late 18th century. Through these letters, the author documents his travels across various parts of Europe, sharing his whimsical musings, vivid dreams, and observations of the landscapes and cultures he encounters along the way. The introspective nature of the writing reveals Beckford's profound imagination and nostalgia, as well as his struggles with the contrast between reality and his dreamy ideals. The opening of the book introduces us to Beckford's character as a deeply imaginative traveler, who often finds himself lost in reveries and longing for the familiar comforts of home. He begins his journey on June 19, 1780, reminiscing about his idyllic past while taking in the misty landscapes of Kent. Through a series of lively and humorous descriptions, he conveys his feelings of melancholy as he transitions from the serene beauty of England to the alien atmosphere of Flanders, further contemplating the quieter moments in places like Antwerp. As he navigates through bustling towns and historical landmarks, his reflections reveal not just observations of the surrounding world, but also the inner workings of a mind caught between reality and fantasy, often intertwining vivid descriptions of dreams with the observations of his travels. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Beckford, William, 1760-1844

EBook No.: 7258

Published: Jan 1, 2005

Downloads: 153

Language: English

Subject: Beckford, William, 1760-1844

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.