The Girl's Own Paper, Vol. XX. No. 1023, August 5, 1899 by Various
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| Author | Various |
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| Title | The Girl's Own Paper, Vol. XX. No. 1023, August 5, 1899 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 77.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "The Girl's Own Paper, Vol. XX. No. 1023, August 5, 1899" by Various is a historical publication likely written during the late 19th century, presenting a compilation of articles aimed at young women. This edition includes discussions on self-culture through poetry, the importance of understanding literature beyond just technical analysis, and summaries of notable poets with suggestions for personal reading. The text aims to inspire its readers, particularly girls, to appreciate the beauty and depth of poetry and literature in their educational journey. The opening of this volume begins with an essay by Lily Watson, emphasizing the role of poetry in personal development and self-culture. Watson critiques the tendency of students to dissect poetry for academic purposes, suggesting instead that they engage with it on an emotional level to fully grasp its essence. She argues for the balance between love and knowledge when studying poetry and encourages readers to explore various poets, including Wordsworth and Shakespeare, in a way that enriches their lives rather than constrains them to rigid academic frameworks. Watson’s perspective advocates for an appreciation of literature that feeds the imagination and elevates the spirit, thus setting a tone for the contents of this publication that encourages personal growth through art and reflection. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | AP: General Works: Periodicals |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Children's literature -- Periodicals |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 62547 |
| Release Date | Jul 3, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 28 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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