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Enoch Soames: A Memory of the Eighteen-Nineties
Paperback
General FictionLiterary Fiction
ISBN13: 9781022949409
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 28 2025
Pages: 28
Weight: 0.12
Height: 0.06 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Enoch Soames: A Memory of the Eighteen-nineties by Max Beerbohm is a sharp and witty character sketch presented as a short story. This literary parody offers a satirical glimpse into the world of 1890s aesthetes and the literary scene of the time. Beerbohm's keen eye and elegant prose create a memorable and thought-provoking exploration of literary ambition and the pursuit of artistic recognition. A masterful example of literary criticism disguised as fiction, Enoch Soames remains a compelling and humorous read. This edition meticulously reproduces the original text, allowing readers to experience Beerbohm's unique voice and perspective. A classic example of European short fiction, this story continues to resonate with its timeless observations on art, ego, and the enduring power of literature.
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