The Patient Observer and His Friends (eBook)
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DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654737579-1 (EAN)
Simeon Strunsky was an eminent essayist and critic associated with the sophisticated literary culture that flourished in early 20th-century America. He was born in Vitebsk, Russia, on July 23, 1879, and emigrated to the United States in 1891. Strunsky graduated from Columbia University in 1900 with a specialty in literature and went on to work for the New York Evening Post. He gained recognition as a member of the Algonquin Round Table, a celebrated group of New York City writers, critics, and actors. Strunsky's writings often reflected on society's eccentricities through a delightful blend of wit and erudition. His work is characterized by an engaging style, marked by nuanced observations and an abiding interest in the changes brought about by modernity. Notable among his publications is 'The Patient Observer and His Friends' (1911), which showcases his skill as a humorist and critic. It is a collection of essays that lays bare the foibles of his contemporaries with incisive commentary cloaked in a deceptively light-hearted tone. His literary style is reminiscent of the early 20th-century essayists who could distill complex thoughts into accessible and entertaining prose. With his firm grasp on both the humorous and the serious, Strunsky's contributions to American letters provide a window into the cultural conversations of his time. He passed away on February 5, 1948, but his works continue to be celebrated for their sharp wit and keen social observations.
Erscheint lt. Verlag | 16.9.2022 |
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Verlagsort | Prague |
Sprache | englisch |
Themenwelt | Literatur ► Essays / Feuilleton |
Schlagworte | American Literature • antique books • Belles-lettres • Classic • Classic Literature • Cultural introspection • Early 20th-century • early 20th century fiction • Essays • historical fiction • Historical Perspectives • Human Condition • literary fiction • Literary Realism • Narrative Literature • New York Times contributor • Observational prose • public domain classics • Simeon Strunsky • Social commentary • Societal patterns • Timeless Narratives • Wit and irony |
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