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100 1 _aGardiner, A. G.
_q(Alfred George),
_d1865-1946
245 1 0 _aPebbles on the shore [by] Alpha of the plough
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2004
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2004-01-01
505 0 _aOn choosing a name -- On letter-writing -- On reading in bed -- On cats and dogs -- "W.G." -- On seeing visions -- On black sheep -- The village and the war -- On rumour -- On umbrella morals -- On talking to one's self -- On Boswell and his miracle -- On seeing ourselves -- On the English spirit -- On falling in love -- On a bit of seaweed -- On living again -- Tu-whit, tu-whoo! -- On points of view -- On beer and porcelain -- On a case of conscience -- On the guinea stamp -- On the dislike of lawyers -- On the cheerfulness of the blind -- On taxing vanity -- On thoughts at fifty -- The one-eyed cat -- On the philosophy of hats -- On seeing London -- On catching the train -- In praise of chess -- On the downs -- On short legs and long legs -- On a painted face -- On writing an article -- On a city that was -- On pleasant sounds -- On slackening the bow -- On the intelligent golf ball -- On a prisoner of war -- On the world we live in -- "I'm telling you" -- On courage -- On spendthrifts -- On a top hat -- On losing one's memory -- On wearing a fur-lined coat -- In praise of walking -- On rewards and riches -- On taste -- On a hawthorn hedge.
508 _aProduced by Brendan Lane and PG Distributed Proofreaders
520 _a"Pebbles on the Shore" by A. G. Gardiner is a collection of essays written during the early 20th century, specifically amidst the somber backdrop of World War I. The essays serve as an informal diary reflecting Gardiner's thoughts, observations, and experiences, as he navigates the uncertainties and challenges of life during this tumultuous time. Through his writing, Gardiner explores the human condition, the impact of war, and the essence of everyday life. The opening portion of the book introduces readers to Gardiner's musings on choosing a name for his column in the newspaper. He reflects on his escape from the chaos of London to the tranquility of a small village, where the echoes of war seem distant. The narrative conveys Gardiner's struggle to find the right title, symbolizing a deeper search for meaning in a world overshadowed by conflict. He discusses the weight of names, their significance, and their connection to identity, while reminiscing about his reliance on literature and the companionship it brings. This blend of personal experience and literary reflection sets the tone for a series of contemplative essays that aim to capture the essence of life’s fleeting moments during a time of peril. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aEssays
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/10675
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