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_aHolmes, Oliver Wendell, _d1809-1894 |
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| 245 | 1 | 0 | _aComplete Project Gutenberg Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr. Works |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2004 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2004-10-20 | ||
| 508 | _aProduced by David Widger and Several Other Project Gutenberg Volunteers | ||
| 520 | _a"Complete Project Gutenberg Works of Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr." by Oliver Wendell Holmes Sr. is a collection of literary and scientific essays written during the mid-19th century. This anthology includes works like "The Autocrat of the Breakfast Table" and various medical essays, reflecting Holmes's intellect and wit as he explores themes of society, literature, and the human condition through a conversational and personal lens. Holmes presents a blend of philosophical musings, humorous observations, and critiques on the nature of dialogue and relationships in his unique and engaging style. At the start of this work, Holmes introduces readers to the concept of "The Autocrat of the Breakfast Table," setting the tone for a series of essays that mimic a lively morning discourse at a boarding house. The narrator, who embodies the Autocrat, muses on various facets of human interaction, arguing the importance of conversation as a vital force for shaping thoughts and ideas. He playfully critiques the nature of intellect, society, and the dynamics of friendship, emphasizing the joyous and sometimes contentious engagement found in dialogue with others. Through a series of anecdotes and reflections, he seeks to unfold the complexities of personal relationships and the impact of collectively shared ideas. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
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| 653 | _aAmerican literature | ||
| 653 | _aLiterature -- Collections | ||
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