02478cam a22003133u 4500 288 UtSlPG 20260610133029.0 m cr n 260607r1995||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PS Cabell, James Branch, 1879-1958 The Certain Hour (Dizain des Poëtes) Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 1995 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 1995-07-01 "Ballad of the double-soul" -- Auctorial induction -- Belhs cavaliers -- Balthazar's daughter -- Judith's creed -- Concerning Corinna -- Olivia's pottage -- A brown woman -- Pro honoria -- The irresistible Ogle -- A princess of Grub Street -- The lady of all our dreams -- "Ballad of plagiary" "The Certain Hour" by James Branch Cabell is a collection of literary reflections and narratives written in the early 20th century. The work explores themes of artistic ambition, the nature of creativity, and the complexities of love, primarily through the lens of its central character, Felix Kennaston, a poet and toy-maker. Through Kennaston's experiences and musings, the author delves into the struggles an artist faces while attempting to express the beauty of life amidst societal expectations and personal dilemmas. At the start of the narrative, we are introduced to Felix Kennaston, whose dual identity as a poet and a toy-maker symbolizes the conflict between artistic idealism and the frivolity of life. The opening chapters suggest a reflective tone as Kennaston contemplates his position in the world, the nature of his craft, and his relationships, particularly with love and ambition. Cabell sets the stage for a deeper examination of the artistic spirit, confronting societal norms and sensual experiences, while offering a critical perspective on contemporary life and the relationships that define it. The tone combines both wistfulness and irony, hinting at a richly layered narrative that questions the very essence of existence and creativity. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Short stories Fantasy fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/288 42416 42416