02673cam a22003373u 4500 61345 UtSlPG 20260610134420.0 m cr n 260607r2020||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 23005812 UtSlPG en iso639-1 PN Van Dyke, Henry, 1852-1933 Companionable Books Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2020 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2020-02-08 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). 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) "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 this collection, 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.) Original publication data not identified Literature -- History and criticism English literature -- History and criticism https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/61345 102171 102171