Stories And Essays - William Dean Howells - Bog

Stories and Essays by William Dean Howells is a collection of literary works by one of the most prominent American writers of the 19th century. The book contains a variety of stories and essays that showcase Howells' exceptional writing style and his ability to capture the nuances of everyday life.The stories in this collection are characterized by their realism and attention to detail. They explore themes such as love, family, and social class, and are set in a variety of locations, from small towns to bustling cities. Howells' writing is marked by his keen observation of human behavior and his ability to create vivid, believable characters.The essays in this book cover a range of topics, from literary criticism to social commentary. Howells was known for his advocacy of realism in literature, and many of his essays reflect this belief. He also wrote extensively about politics, culture, and the arts, offering his opinions on everything from the Civil War to the state of American literature.Overall, Stories and Essays by William Dean Howells is a must-read for anyone interested in American literature and the social and cultural landscape of the late 19th century. With its engaging stories and thought-provoking essays, this collection offers a fascinating glimpse into the mind of one of America's greatest writers.The much-perverted saying of Moliere, that he took his own where he found it, is perhaps in the consciousness of those who appropriate the things other people have rushed in with before them. But really they seem to need neither excuse nor defence with the impartial public if they are caught in the act of reclaiming their property or despoiling the rash intruder upon their premises.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.