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100 1 _aBeerbohm, Max, Sir,
_d1872-1956
245 1 0 _aYet Again
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2000
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
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337 _acomputer
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338 _aonline resource
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500 _aHTML
500 _aRelease date is 2000-08-01
505 0 _aThe fire -- Seeing people off -- A memory of a midnight express -- Porro unum... -- A club in ruins -- '273' -- A study in dejection -- A pathetic imposture -- The decline of the Graces -- Whistler's writing -- Ichabod -- General elections -- A parallel -- A Morris for May-day -- The House of Commons manner -- Sympat -- The naming of streets -- On Shakespear's birthday -- A home-coming -- 'A ragged regiment' -- The humour of the public -- Dulcedo judiciorum -- Words for pictures.
508 _aProduced by Tom Weiss. HTML version by Al Haines.
520 _a"Yet Again" by Max Beerbohm is a collection of essays written during the early 20th century. The book features a series of reflections on various aspects of life and culture, blending humor and philosophical insight, while capturing the essence of Beerbohm's wit. It explores multiple themes, including the nature of modern civilization, the significance of fire, and the peculiarities of human behavior, reflected through contemplative narratives and sharp observations. The opening portion of "Yet Again" introduces the reader to Beerbohm's stylistic eloquence and keen observations about fire. He begins by reminiscing on the wonder and respect inherent in the presence of fire, contrasting it with the mundane and lifeless objects that populate his room. This meditation on the elemental forces of fire not only serves as a metaphor for deeper human instincts and the primal aspects of existence, but it also sets a tone of nostalgia and yearning for the vibrancy of life. Following this reflective piece, he transitions to a humorous examination of the awkwardness experienced during farewells at a railway station, showcasing his ability to blend personal anecdote with broader reflections on social interactions. The early chapters lay the groundwork for a satirical yet thoughtful exploration of various facets of life in the modern world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aEssays
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/2292
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