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Certain Personal Matters

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Certain Personal Matters

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Certain Personal Matters

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In "Certain Personal Matters," H. G. Wells presents a collection of autobiographical essays that blur the lines between fiction and reality, inviting readers into the intimate spaces of his personal life, thoughts, and philosophies. Written in a candid style characteristic of early 20th-century confessional literature, the book captures Wells' reflections on diverse topics ranging from his childhood to his views on society and the human condition. Contextually, this work emerges from the backdrop of the Victorian era's transition into modernity, revealing the profound impacts of the social and political upheavals of the time on Wells' worldview. H. G. Wells, often heralded as the father of science fiction, was also a social critic and a keen observer of the human experience. His background as a teacher and a journalist informed his writing style, while his own experiences of class struggle and personal relationships provided rich material for his narratives. These essays reflect his desire to reconcile his scientific inclinations with his vivid imaginations and deeply held beliefs about social progress. For readers seeking a deeper understanding of Wells beyond his speculative fiction, "Certain Personal Matters" offers a compelling insight into the mind of one of the 20th century's most influential writers. This work is a must-read for anyone interested in the interplay between an author's personal experiences and their literary output, making it a valuable addition to the library of both casual readers and scholars alike.

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GenreLiterary Classics

Length4 hrs 44 mins

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FormateBook with Audio

Publish dateSep 16, 2022

LanguageEnglish

Table of contents

1THE POET AND THE EMPORIUM

17THE EXTINCTION OF MAN

2THE LANGUAGE OF FLOWERS

18THE WRITING OF ESSAYS

3THE LITERARY REGIMEN

19THE PARKES MUSEUM

4HOUSE-HUNTING AS AN OUTDOOR AMUSEMENT

20BLEAK MARCH IN EPPING FOREST

5OF BLADES AND BLADERY

21THE THEORY OF QUOTATION

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6OF CLEVERNESS

22ON THE ART OF STAYING AT THE SEASIDE

7THE POSE NOVEL

23CONCERNING CHESS

8THE VETERAN CRICKETER

24THE COAL-SCUTTLE

9CONCERNING A CERTAIN LADY

25BAGARROW

10THE SHOPMAN

26THE BOOK OF ESSAYS DEDICATORY

11THE BOOK OF CURSES

27THROUGH A MICROSCOPE

12DUNSTONE&#x27;S DEAR LADY

28THE PLEASURE OF QUARRELLING

13EUPHEMIA&#x27;S NEW ENTERTAINMENT

29THE AMATEUR NATURE-LOVER

14FOR FREEDOM OF SPELLING

30FROM AN OBSERVATORY

15INCIDENTAL THOUGHTS ON A BALD HEAD

31THE MODE IN MONUMENTS

16OF A BOOK UNWRITTEN

32THE END

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