Companionable Books by Henry Van Dyke
"Companionable Books" by Henry Van Dyke is a collection of literary appreciations written in the early 20th century. In this work, the author reflects on books that provide lasting companionship and joy, emphasizing those that interpret nature and life in a beautiful and powerful manner. The text is structured as a series of essays that delve into the experiences and insights gained through reading these impactful works. At the start of thiscollection, the author sets the stage by discussing the concept of "companionable books," which he contrasts with those that are dull or quickly forgotten. He offers a personal perspective on literature’s ability to enrich our lives, encouraging readers to choose books that resonate deeply and can be revisited over time. The opening portion introduces the metaphoric tale of a prince and a tree that embodies life's nourishing qualities, drawing parallels to the Bible and its immense literary influence. Van Dyke expresses a passion for the written word, defining literature as a vital source of inspiration and human connection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Van Dyke, Henry, 1852-1933 |
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| LoC No. | 23005812 |
| Title | Companionable Books |
| Note | Reading ease score: 65.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Contents | The Book of books -- Poetry in the Psalms -- The good enchantment of Dickens -- Thackeray and real men -- George Eliot and real women -- The poet of immortal youth (Keats) -- The recovery of joy (Wordsworth) -- "The glory of the imperfect" (Browning) -- A quaint comrade by quiet streams (Walton) -- A sturdy believer (Samuel Johnson) -- A Puritan plus poetry (Emerson) -- An adventurer in a velvet jacket (Stevenson). |
| Credits | Produced by The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PN: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections |
| Subject | Literature -- History and criticism |
| Subject | English literature -- History and criticism |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 61345 |
| Release Date | Feb 8, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 134 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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