| Author |
Russell, George William Erskine, 1853-1919 |
| Title |
Seeing and Hearing
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 65.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Contents |
The coronation -- Secret societies -- The Irish peerage -- Omitted silhouettes -- Doctors and doctoring -- Mourning -- Wills -- Pensions -- The Season as it was -- The Season as it is -- The Sins of Society -- Oxford -- Schools for Shepherds -- Pilgrimages -- The Public Schools -- Schools and Boarding-Houses -- Squares -- Sunday in London -- A suburban Sunday -- Wine and water -- Dinner -- Dinners -- Luncheon -- Tea -- Supper -- Inns and hotels -- Travel -- Accomplishments -- Cider -- The Garter -- Sheriffs -- Publishers -- Handwriting -- Autographs -- More autographs -- Christmas -- New Year's Day -- Pets -- Purple and fine linen -- Prelacy and palaces -- Horrors -- Social changes -- Social graces -- Publicity v. reticence -- Town v. country -- Home -- Hospitality -- Ostentation -- Principle and prejudice -- Culture -- Religion -- Superstition -- The remnant.
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| Credits |
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| Summary |
"Seeing and Hearing" by George William Erskine Russell is a collection of essays or social commentaries written in the early 20th century. The essays explore various aspects of British society, including events like coronations and cultural observations, drawing on personal reflections and societal critiques. The introductory chapter notably focuses on the coronation of King Edward VII, blending themes of national identity, religion, and public sentiment. The opening of the work begins with an evocative description of the upcoming coronation, emphasizing its significance as a blend of religious and national identity. Russell reflects on the historical continuity represented by such ceremonies and their role in the hearts of the people. He juxtaposes this solemn occasion with a lighter scene set at a dining room in Belgravia, where guests are animatedly discussing their plans to witness the coronation, showcasing the different attitudes and social dynamics surrounding this pivotal moment in British history. The transitions between reverent introspection and casual social chatter illustrate the duality of life in London during this time, capturing both the grandeur of cultural traditions and the often frivolous nature of upper-class society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
English essays
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| Subject |
Great Britain -- Social life and customs
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
46821 |
| Release Date |
Sep 9, 2014 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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