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050 4 _aBD
100 1 _aBenson, Arthur Christopher,
_d1862-1925
245 1 0 _aFather Payne
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 2004-05-01
508 _aProduced by David Newman and PG Distributed Proofreaders. Produced from images provided by the Million Book Project
520 _a"Father Payne" by Arthur Christopher Benson is a reflective narrative that likely belongs to the genre of literary memoir or character study, written during the early 20th century. The book centers around the life and philosophy of "Father Payne," a distinctive figure revered by those who knew him, particularly the author. The story unfolds during a time when the social and artistic fabric of Europe was undergoing considerable change, providing a backdrop for discussions on literature, life, and human values. The opening of the book introduces us to the narrator, who recounts his fond memories and admiration for Father Payne, an insightful and unconventional man he encountered in his youthful quest for purpose following his studies at Oxford. In a casual yet intimate setting, we learn about Father Payne's approach to teaching and life—emphasizing ideas over rigid structures, independence, and a disdain for conventionality, as he gathers a small community of aspiring writers around him. The narrative hints at the dynamic between Father Payne and his mentee, capturing the essence of Father Payne’s wisdom, warmth, and the intellectual freedom he inspires in his followers. The beginning sets the stage for exploring deeper philosophical themes and the transformative influence of mentorship against the quaint backdrop of English rural life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aPhilosophy
653 _aEthics
653 _aLife
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/12264
999 _c53682
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