Pagan Papers - Kenneth Grahame - Bog

Pagan Papers is a collection of essays and stories written by Kenneth Grahame, the author of the beloved children's classic, The Wind in the Willows. The book was first published in 1898 and contains ten pieces that explore various themes such as nature, mythology, and paganism.The essays in Pagan Papers are written in a whimsical and poetic style, with Grahame drawing on his love of nature and his fascination with ancient myths and legends. Some of the essays are more serious and philosophical in tone, while others are lighthearted and humorous.One of the most famous pieces in the collection is ""The Olympians"", in which Grahame imagines the Greek gods and goddesses living in modern-day London. Other notable essays include ""The Romance of the Road"", a meditation on the joys of travel, and ""The Inexorable Logic of Tragedy"", a reflection on the nature of fate and destiny.Overall, Pagan Papers is a charming and thought-provoking collection of essays that showcases Grahame's unique voice and his deep love of the natural world. It is a must-read for fans of The Wind in the Willows and anyone who enjoys essays that explore the mysteries of life and the universe.Moments there are, it is true, when this traitor spirit tricks you: when some subtle scent, some broken notes of an old song, nay, even some touch of a fresher air on your cheeks at night -- a breath of ``le vent qui vient ������ travers la montagne'' -- have power to ravish, to catch you back to the blissful days when you trod the one authentic Paradise. Moments only, alas!This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.