Leaves from the Diary of an Impressionist: Early Writings by Lafcadio Hearn
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| Author | Hearn, Lafcadio, 1850-1904 |
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| Author of introduction, etc. | Greenslet, Ferris, 1875-1959 |
| Title | Leaves from the Diary of an Impressionist: Early Writings |
| Note | Reading ease score: 59.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Contents | Introduction -- Floridian reveries: To the Fountain of Youth. A tropical intermezzo. A name in the Plaza. Vultur aura -- Creole papers: Quaint New Orleans and its habitants. Creole women in the French West Indies -- Arabesques: Arabian women. Rabyah's last ride. |
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| Summary | "Leaves from the Diary of an Impressionist: Early Writings" by Lafcadio Hearn is a collection of essays and early writings reflecting on experiences and observations made during his travels in the late 19th century. The book encapsulates Hearn's impressions of various places, particularly Florida and New Orleans, exploring the cultural and natural beauty of these regions, which he portrays with a blend of vivid imagery and melancholic reflection. The opening of the work immerses readers in Hearn's sensory-rich prose as he describes his journey across the Floridian landscape, capturing the monotony and beauty of nature. He presents the contrasting elements of vibrant life and the haunting stillness of the wilderness, culminating in his contemplations of the mythical Fountain of Youth. Hearn's impressions evoke not only the physical surroundings but also a deeper commentary on human longing for renewal and the passage of time, setting the stage for further explorations of the Creole culture and the enchanting, yet often bittersweet, realities of life in the tropics. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Literature |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 55850 |
| Release Date | Oct 30, 2017 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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