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100 1 _aSouthey, Robert,
_d1774-1843
245 1 4 _aThe doctor, &c., vol. 5 (of 7)
246 1 _aThe doctor, etc., vol. 5 (of 7)
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2023
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2023-11-14
508 _aRon Swanson
520 _a"The Doctor, &c., vol. 5 (of 7)" by Robert Southey is a fictional work written in the early 19th century. The narrative involves characters such as Dr. Dove and Nicholas, who engage in whimsical and philosophical discussions regarding the origin and naming of horses, drawing on historical references and personal anecdotes. This volume appears to explore themes of knowledge, curiosity, and the interplay of fact and fancy within everyday life. The opening of the book introduces a humorous dialogue between Dr. Dove and Nicholas as they discuss the extraordinary birth of a foal. This leads to a debate over naming the horse, with both characters vying for the honor based on their differing claims regarding its significance. Throughout their banter, Southey employs a blend of playful language and scholarly references, reflecting on ancient beliefs and classical literature, which sets a light-hearted yet intellectually engaging tone for the narrative. The playful disputes and rich descriptions indicate a work that balances humor with philosophical musings, appealing to readers who enjoy a mix of wit and wisdom. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _pOriginally published:
_cLondon: Longman, Rees, Orme, Brown, Green and Longman, 1834
653 _aEnglish literature -- 19th century
856 4 _uhttps://archive.org/details/b29325055_0001
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/72121
999 _c112847
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