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100 1 _aButler, Samuel,
_d1835-1902
245 1 0 _aEssays on Life, Art and Science
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2002
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2002-10-01
505 0 _aIntroduction -- Quis desiderio...? -- Ramblings in Cheapside -- The aunt, the nieces and the dog -- How to make the best of life -- The sanctuary of Montrigone -- A medieval girl school -- Art in the valley of Saas -- Thought and language -- The deadlock in Darwinism.
508 _aTranscribed from the 1908 A. C. Fifield edition by David Price
520 _a"Essays on Life, Art and Science" by Samuel Butler is a collection of essays written in the late 19th century. This anthology illustrates Butler's remarkable versatility and wit as he explores a variety of subjects, ranging from personal reflections to critiques of societal norms, art, and scientific thought. The collection contains insights into Butler's philosophical musings, personal experiences, and critical observations on human behavior and the nature of existence. The opening of the essays introduces readers to Butler's thoughts on life and literature, highlighting his self-deprecating humor and unique perspective on writing. He begins by sharing a personal anecdote about his search for a suitable writing desk in the British Museum, revealing his introspective nature and the struggle he faces as an author. This opening sets the tone for the essays that follow, as Butler reflects on various literary figures, articulating complex ideas in a relatable manner while drawing connections between himself, his writing, and the legacy of influential writers throughout history. The result is a captivating exploration of art, philosophy, and the intricacies of life that invites readers to contemplate their own existence and the world around them. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aScience
653 _aEvolution
653 _aArt criticism
700 1 _aStreatfeild, R. A.
_q(Richard Alexander),
_d1866-1919
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/3461
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