The Man of Letters as a Man of Business by William Dean Howells

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Author Howells, William Dean, 1837-1920
Title The Man of Letters as a Man of Business
Note Reading ease score: 51.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits Produced by David Widger
Summary "The Man of Letters as a Man of Business" by William Dean Howells is a critical examination of the relationship between literature and commerce, written during the late 19th century. This collection of essays reflects on the role of writers in society, the economic pressures they face, and the inherent value of their artistic expressions in a commercial world. Howells argues that authors should not depend solely on their art for a living, contrasting the ideals of literary artistry with the pragmatic realities of making a living from writing. In this book, Howells shares his thoughts on the complex dynamics between being a man of letters and a businessperson. He discusses the struggles of writers to balance artistic integrity with the necessity of making a profit from their work, recognizing that many artists find themselves compromised by commercial demands. His essays address various facets of literary life, such as how the public perceives authors, the often meager financial rewards from literary work, and the challenges young writers encounter in seeking recognition. Overall, Howells argues for a re-evaluation of how society values literature and the necessity for writers to create art without the pervasive burden of commerce overshadowing their creativity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Essays
Subject Authorship
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EBook-No. 3388
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Most Recently Updated Jan 8, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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