Reveries of a Bachelor; or, A Book of the Heart by Donald Grant Mitchell

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Author Mitchell, Donald Grant, 1822-1908
Illustrator Ashe, E. M., 1867-1941
Title Reveries of a Bachelor; or, A Book of the Heart
Note Reading ease score: 72.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "Reveries of a Bachelor; or, A Book of the Heart" by Donald Grant Mitchell is a collection of reflective essays written in the mid-19th century. The book explores the thoughts and feelings of a bachelor contemplating life, love, and marriage, capturing the introspective and often whimsical nature of bachelorhood. Through its various reveries, it delves into the contrasts between solitude, companionship, and the bittersweet reality of desire, particularly through the lens of the unnamed bachelor reflecting on his experiences and musings. The opening of the book introduces us to the bachelor at his quaint farmhouse, where he finds solace by a roaring fire. Through rich and expressive language, he leads us into a deep reverie sparked by the comforting glow of the flames, which prompts him to contemplate marriage and its implications. He grapples with doubt and fear regarding the commitment of marriage, exploring the potential joys and sorrows that accompany such a life-altering decision. Moving through a series of thoughts, he wrestles with the balance of independence versus the desire for love, drawing readers into his intimate and often humorous introspections. As his thoughts shift from uncertainty to cheerfulness, and finally to the shadows of desolation, the bachelor reveals the complexities and paradoxes of the human experience, setting the tone for the rest of this reflective journey. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject American essays -- 19th century
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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