Charles Dudley Warner

Nine Short Essays (eBook, ePUB)

Insightful Reflections on 19th Century Society and Human Nature

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In "Nine Short Essays," Charles Dudley Warner showcases his adeptness in blending wry humor with keen social observation. The collection addresses various contemporary themes, including nature, society, and human behavior, reflecting the author'Äôs astute commentary on the complexities of American life in the late 19th century. Warner's literary style is marked by a conversational tone and a sharp wit, which invites readers to ponder deeper meanings behind seemingly simple narratives while encouraging a more profound engagement with the text and its context within Transcendentalism and realism. Charles Dudley Warner, an influential figure in American literature, was a contemporary and friend of Mark Twain, with whom he co-authored "The Gilded Age." Warner's experiences as a writer, editor, and social critic informed his perspectives, enabling him to blend humor with insightful critique. His writings often reflect the societal changes of his time, exploring themes of morality and the pursuit of happiness, vital interests that undoubtedly influenced the formation of these essays. I recommend "Nine Short Essays" to readers who appreciate a thoughtful blend of humor and social critique. This collection serves not only as a mirror to its era but also as a timeless commentary that resonates with contemporary readers, encouraging reflection on our own societal norms and values.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 145
• Erscheinungstermin: 20. Dezember 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066144883
• Artikelnr.: 58930273

Autorenporträt

Charles Dudley Warner was an American author and friend of Mark Twain. He was born September 12, 1829, and died October 20, 1900. Warner wrote essays and novels and co-wrote The Gilded Age: A Tale of Today with Twain. Warner was raised by Puritans and was born in Plainfield, Massachusetts. He lived in Charlemont, Massachusetts, from the age of six to fourteen. He wrote about this time and place in his book Being a Boy (1877). Following that, he went to Cazenovia, New York. In 1851, he graduated from Hamilton College in Clinton, New York. He worked as a surveyor in Missouri and then went to the University of Pennsylvania to study law. From 1856 to 1860, he worked as a lawyer in Chicago. In 1860, he went to Connecticut to become an assistant editor at The Hartford Press. He became editor of the paper in 1861 and stayed in that job until 1867, when it joined with another paper to become The Hartford Courant. At that time, he became co-editor with Joseph R. Hawley. As of 1892, he was in charge of The Editor's Study at Harper's Magazine, where he had been in charge of The Editor's Drawer since 1884.