02258cam a22003253u 4500 59022 UtSlPG 20260610134347.0 m cr n 260607r2019||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 87167808 UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Waugh, Alec, 1898-1981 Myself When Young: Confessions Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2019 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2019-03-06 Produced by Chuck Greif, MWS and 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) "Myself When Young: Confessions" by Alec Waugh is a memoir written in the early 20th century. The book explores the author's reflections on his youth, focusing on the experiences, culture, and the social dynamics of London during that time. Through a mix of introspection and narrative, Waugh offers insights into the life of a young man navigating the complexities of adulthood, creativity, and societal expectations. At the start of the memoir, Waugh vividly recounts a late-night decision to leave a party, weighing the cost of a taxi against the enjoyment of the evening. This moment of self-reflection leads him to ponder his early literary ambitions and the fickle nature of the publishing world, symbolized by an anticipated letter from his publisher. As he reminisces about these experiences, he also delves into feelings of connection and disconnection with friends, literature, and the bustling life around him. The opening sets the tone for a contemplative journey through memory and emotion, inviting readers to explore Waugh's perceptions of youth and the passage of time. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Authors, English -- 20th century -- Biography Waugh, Alec, 1898-1981 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/59022 99848 99848