Agnes Repplier

Broschiertes Buch

In The Dozy Hours, And Other Papers

Beschreibung

A sparkling companion for late-night thought: Agnes Repplier s keen mind and wry compassion light up every page of this revived essay collection. In The Dozy Hours, and Other Papers gathers Repplier s finest Victorian essays and reflective writing short, luminous pieces that move with the ease of conversation and the authority of close reading. Across memoir, cultural commentary, historical essays, and literary criticism, Repplier examines books, manners, education, travel, and the small moral puzzles of everyday life. Her voice is at once witty and wise, pairing precise observation with playful epigram making each essay a miniature classic of 19th-century literature and women s literature alike. This edition, republished by Alpha Editions, restores a title that had been out of print for decades. Carefully edited and refreshed for today s readers, it preserves the original charm while making the text accessible for modern audiences and future generations. More than a reprint, this volume is presented as a collector s item and a cultural treasure: ideal for casual readers discovering classic non-fiction, scholars of literary analysis, and collectors of timeless essays. Perfect for fans of essay collections and anyone who loves thoughtful, elegantly phrased cultural commentary, this book reclaims Repplier s place in the canon of reflective writing. Rediscover a subtle, civilized voice that shaped thoughtful discourse in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Keywords: Victorian essays, Agnes Repplier essays, literary criticism, essay collection, timeless essays.

Autor

Agnes Repplier (1855-1950) was an American essayist renowned for her sharp wit and insightful commentary on contemporary society. With a career that spanned over six decades, Repplier contributed to the intellectual vibrancy of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Her collection 'In the Dozy Hours, and Other Papers' showcases her talent for combining intellectual rigor with an engaging prose style. Born in Philadelphia to a well-to-do family, Repplier was educated at home and at the Convent of the Sacred Heart, though she was expelled for her independent spirit and irreverence. Unrestricted by formal academic bounds, she turned to reading voraciously, favoring French and English literature, which would significantly influence her writing. Repplier's articulation of opinions on literature, philosophy, and life resonated with many, and her essays were published in prestigious magazines such as 'The Atlantic Monthly,' 'Harper's,' and 'The Century Magazine'. Her literary style is characterized by its elegance, erudition, and a subtle humor that earned her the respect of fellow writers and intellectuals. Repplier's work served as an inspiration for women writers at a time when female voices were often marginalized. Her body of work, which includes over a dozen volumes of essays along with biographies and historical writings, remains an undervalued treasure in American literature, offering timeless perspectives on the human condition.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Alpha Edition
• Seitenzahl: 104
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. November 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 6mm
• Gewicht: 164g
• ISBN-13: 9789371775878
• ISBN-10: 9371775874
• Artikelnr.: 75666804