LovelyMay
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Having landed at seven, and found everything in an orderly state, the landing-master's crew again commenced the work of getting the cast iron rails of the stair into the house, several of which, being upwards of 400 pounds weight, required considerable tackle for lifting them out of the hold of the ship and into their places, which was done by fixing a pair of shears or a triangle of spar upon the solid rock. This piece of work, the rails being all of different figures and numbers, was found to be more…-
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In the chapters of "Records of a Family of Engineers," the narrative continues detailing the intricate and arduous process of building the lighthouse on the Bell Rock. The work is marked by strenuous efforts to transport and lay stones despite the challenges posed by the tides and weather. Beginning with detailed accounts of landing materials, setting up cranes, and laying stone courses, the narrative underscores the laborious nature of construction at sea. The workers faced numerous obstacles, from…
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In a heartfelt letter to Walter Mainwaring, Esq., of Lothian College, Oxford, the author shares his reluctance to join a discussion on Browning's "Sordello," preferring to visit during the May races. This preference leads him into a nostalgic journey through his bookshelves, particularly revisiting Longfellow's poetry, which he had not explored in two decades. Through Longfellow's writings, the author is transported back to his youth, experiencing a flood of memories that remind him of the profound impact…
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Dear Mrs. Goodhart, Thank you for sharing with me the fascinating statistics on book-buying in the Upper Mississippi Valley. It's intriguing to learn that Rev. E. P. Roe triumphs in popularity over Henry Fielding, signaling unique regional tastes. While I have not delved into Roe's works, it's apparent that your community might be missing out on the richness of Fielding's contributions, despite acknowledged coarseness. Dr. Johnson's critique of "Tom Jones" as a "vicious book" contrasts sharply with…
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In his letter to Mr. Arthur Wincott of Topeka, Kansas, the author broaches the topic of modern English poetry, responding to a request for letters aimed at living authors—a task he deems inappropriate due to potential impertinence. However, he elevates the notion of utilizing the epistolary style for literary critique, akin to the methods of the Tatler and Spectator, allowing for a blend of personal taste and perhaps prejudice within his observations on poetry. Poetry, he observes, holds a venerable…
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My dear Wincott, The recent publication of a book by an American lady, showcasing the modern poets of both England and America, illuminates the challenge in discussing contemporary English poetry. The tally of eighteen English poets to sixty American offers a daunting landscape for a single critic. I prefer to narrow my focus to three living poets, in addition to those previously discussed. These include Mr. Swinburne, Mr. William Morris, and a lesser-known Mr. Robert Bridges, whose poetic paths have…
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In the letter to Lady Violet Lebas, the author delves into a personal and reflective discussion on the appreciation of literature, specifically focusing on Virgil. Initially, the letter highlights a resistance to conforming tastes to critical acclaim, using personal disinterest in renowned authors like Gibbon, Racine, Wordsworth, and Amiel as examples to argue for a more natural, spontaneous appreciation of art. This prelude serves as a foundation for the main subject: Virgil, whose work, despite not…
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To the Rev. Geoffrey Martin, Oxford, the letter delves into the intriguing aspect of how the religious beliefs of ancient Greece and Rome provided comfort or solace to individuals, a topic that remains largely unexplored in modern discourse. This curiosity is framed within the context of understanding the personal and emotional connection individuals of antiquity might have had with their Gods, considering the detailed knowledge we possess about their rituals, mythology, and deities yet knowing so little…
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Letters on Literature by Andrew Lang presents an engaging letter addressed to Lady Violet Lebas, wherein Lang embarks on a descriptive journey into the life and philosophy of Plotinus, the Egyptian philosopher born around 200 A.D. in Lycopolis, Egypt. The letter draws an intriguing parallel between Plotinus and the English literary giant, Dr. Samuel Johnson, highlighting their shared traits of laziness paired with moments of energetic brilliance, short-sightedness (both literal and metaphorical), and a…
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To Lady Violet Lebas, this letter introduces "Aucassin et Nicolette," a novel that perplexes with its ancient French, far removed from the familiar parlance taught in schools. Authored around the twelfth century's close in Picardy, it flourishes in a blend of verse and prose, a format reminiscent of the "Chanson de Roland," where verses are unified by assonance rather than rhyme. The anonymous author, an elder likely bearing warmth and a touch of weariness, presents a tale rich in youthful ardor and…
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