Length4h 44m
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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'S DEAR LADY
28THE PLEASURE OF QUARRELLING
13EUPHEMIA'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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