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The Pathos of Distance A Book of a Thousand and One Moments

The Pathos of Distance A Book of a Thousand and One Moments

Huneker, James

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Letters & EssaysLiterary Criticism

ISBN10: 1417906707
ISBN13: 9781417906703
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Apr 1 2005
Pages: 404
Weight: 1.30
Height: 0.90 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Pathos of Distance: A Book of a Thousand and One Moments is a collection of essays by James Huneker. Published in 1912, the book explores a variety of topics, including music, literature, art, and philosophy. Huneker, a prominent American critic and essayist, brings his characteristic wit and insight to each subject, offering both critical analysis and personal reflection. The title of the book refers to the theme of distance, both physical and emotional, which runs through many of the essays. From the distant shores of Europe to the innermost thoughts of great artists and thinkers, Huneker's essays take readers on a journey of discovery and contemplation. Whether discussing the music of Chopin, the novels of Dostoevsky, or the paintings of Whistler, Huneker's writing is always engaging, informative, and thought-provoking. The Pathos of Distance is a must-read for anyone interested in the arts and humanities, and a testament to the enduring legacy of James Huneker as a writer and critic.1922. Preeminent as an in-depth music critic, his impressionistic, but incisive criticism in all fields of art made him one of the most influential ones of his day. Contents: The Magic Lantern; The Later George Moore; A Half-Forgotten Romance; The Real Isolde-Wagner�������s Autobiography; Certain American Painters; Matisse, Picasso, and Others; New Promenades of an Impressionist; The Celtic Awakening; The Artist and His Wife; Browsing Among My Books; The Pathos of Distance; In Praise of Fireworks; A Philosophy for Philistines; The Playboy of Western Philosophy; and A Belated Preface to Egoists. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.

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