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Turning Things Over: Essays and Fantasies
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ISBN13: 9781026055472
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 198
Weight: 0.63
Height: 0.42 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Turning Things Over, Essays and Fantasies is a charming collection of prose by the celebrated English essayist E. V. Lucas. Known for his keen eye and gentle wit, Lucas explores a wide array of subjects, ranging from the intricacies of daily life and the beauty of the natural world to playful flights of fancy. The volume brings together a series of brief, elegant reflections that showcase the author's mastery of the personal essay, a genre he helped define for early 20th-century readers.
Within these pages, Lucas treats the reader to his characteristic blend of humor and insight. Whether discussing the merits of travel, the idiosyncrasies of London life, or the quiet joy found in small observations, his writing remains consistently engaging and accessible. The fantasies included in the collection offer more imaginative departures, blending reality with whimsical speculation. As a whole, Turning Things Over, Essays and Fantasies serves as a delightful testament to Lucas's literary craftsmanship and his ability to find significance in the seemingly mundane. This collection remains a valuable example of the British light essay tradition, offering readers a sophisticated yet lighthearted literary experience.
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