The Imitator: A Novel by Percival Pollard
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"The Imitator: A Novel" by Percival Pollard is a work of fiction written in the early 20th century. The narrative focuses on the character Orson Vane, who engages in philosophical discussions with his friend Luke Moncreith about the superficiality of society and the nature of human connection. The book delves into themes of imitation and the masks people wear in social settings, suggesting a deeper examination of identity and authenticity. The opening
of the novel introduces readers to Orson Vane and Luke Moncreith as they dine in a rather unconventional restaurant, engaging in cynical yet insightful banter about the state of society. Vane expresses his discontent with the superficiality around him, lamenting the human tendency to imitate. He longs for genuine connection and understanding between individuals, feeling trapped behind an emotional facade created by societal expectations. This desire leads him to a significant encounter with a mysterious stranger, Professor Vanlief, whose proposition hints at a transformative journey that questions the very essence of existence and the veils that separate human souls. The stage is thus set for an exploration of identity, desire, and the quest for authenticity in a world dominated by imitation. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Pollard, Percival, 1869-1911 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Imitator: A Novel |
| Credits | Produced by Don Wills and Marc D'Hooghe (Images generously made available by the Hathi Trust) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 82.3 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Science fiction |
| Subject | Identity -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 39724 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-39724-5 |
| Release Date | May 18, 2012 |
| Last Update | Apr 3, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 241 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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