Straws and Prayer-books - Cabell, James Branch
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James Branch Cabell, a celebrated voice in literary criticism, delves into the art and craft of authorship in "Straws and Prayer-books; Dizain des Diversions." This collection of essays offers insightful reflections on the writing process, exploring the diversions and inspirations that shape literary creation. Cabell's work provides a unique perspective on the challenges and rewards of bringing stories to life, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in literature and the creative journey. Through a blend of observation and personal reflection, the author invites readers to…mehr

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James Branch Cabell, a celebrated voice in literary criticism, delves into the art and craft of authorship in "Straws and Prayer-books; Dizain des Diversions." This collection of essays offers insightful reflections on the writing process, exploring the diversions and inspirations that shape literary creation. Cabell's work provides a unique perspective on the challenges and rewards of bringing stories to life, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in literature and the creative journey. Through a blend of observation and personal reflection, the author invites readers to contemplate the nuances of authorship and the enduring power of storytelling. This meticulously prepared edition preserves the timeless quality of Cabell's insights, allowing readers to explore the literary landscape through the eyes of a master craftsman. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
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American writer James Branch Cabell (1879-1958) is renowned for his original works of satire and fantasy fiction from the early 20th century. Cabell, who was born in Richmond, Virginia on April 14, 1879, was raised in the South and went to the College of William & Mary. Southern literary heritage affected his early efforts. Cabell's ambitious effort, "The Biography of Manuel," a sequence of connected novels that delve into the fictional mediaeval land of Poictesme, brought him literary renown. "Figures of Earth" (1921) is one of the series' noteworthy pieces. Combining fantasy, romance, and philosophical aspects, Cabell's writing frequently questions social standards and delves into the intricacies of human nature. Although Cabell's writings were praised by critics for their humour and inventiveness, some of them were suppressed because of their allegedly divisive themes. In spite of this, he kept up his prolific writing and rose to prominence in early 20th-century American literary circles. "Jurgen, A Comedy of Justice" (1919), one of Cabell's latter works, garnered him not only notoriety but also controversy. His popularity as a writer declined with time, but due to his distinctive satirical and fantastical fusion, readers are becoming more interested in his writing.