| Author |
Various |
| Editor |
Hubbard, Elbert, 1856-1915 |
| Title |
The Philistine: a periodical of protest (Vol. III, No. 2, July 1896)
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| Original Publication |
East Aurora: The Society of the Philistines, 1895.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 71.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
hekula03 and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from images made available by the HathiTrust Digital Library.)
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| Summary |
"The Philistine: a periodical of protest (Vol. III, No. 2, July 1896)" by Various is a literary periodical published during the late 19th century. This collection features a variety of writings, including poetry, essays, and art commentary, showcasing the themes of artistic expression, social critique, and the exploration of contemporary issues of the time. The work is likely reflective of the burgeoning arts and literary movements in America and serves as a platform for voices advocating against societal norms. The content of this volume encompasses a mix of original poetry and thoughtful essays. Noteworthy contributions include a sea song by F. W. Pickard, essayistic reflections by T. W. Higginson on Stephen Crane's "The Red Badge of Courage," and various pieces discussing everyday life, relationships, and the artistic process. The periodical also features whimsical and satirical interpretations of life and literature, such as the humorous "Heart to Heart Talks with Men" and the creative whims of "Plots and Things." Overall, the collection serves as a snapshot of the intellectual and artistic climate of its era, promoting a sense of individuality and protest against conventionality in literature and societal standards. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
AP: General Works: Periodicals
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| Subject |
American literature -- Periodicals
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| Subject |
American periodicals
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| Subject |
Society of the Philistines (East Aurora, N.Y.) -- Periodicals
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
72653 |
| Release Date |
Jan 7, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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