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100	1		_aButler, Samuel, _d1835-1902
245	1	4	_aThe Note-Books of Samuel Butler
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2004
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2004-07-01
508			_aTranscribed from the 1912 A. C. Fifield edition by David Price
520			_a"The Note-Books of Samuel Butler" by Samuel Butler is a collection of personal reflections and observations arranged and edited by Henry Festing Jones, likely written in the late 19th century. This compilation captures Butler's contemplations on a vast array of subjects, including philosophy, literature, evolution, and the complexities of life itself, reflecting the nuanced perspectives of a thinker whose work interrogated societal norms and personal identity. The opening of this work introduces readers to the origins and purpose behind Butler's note-keeping habit, revealing that he began documenting his thoughts early in life to capture fleeting insights and reflections. These notes served not only as a repository of his ideas but also as a means of shaping his literary voice by forcing him to articulate his thoughts clearly. The preface elaborates on the diverse topics covered in his notes—ranging from his childhood experiences and reflections on morality to inquiries into evolution and the nature of human existence—setting the stage for the rich tapestry of philosophical musings that follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aButler, Samuel, 1835-1902 -- Notebooks, sketchbooks, etc.
700	1		_aJones, Henry Festing, _d1851-1928
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/6173
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