The Cords of Vanity: A Comedy of Shirking - Cabell, James Branch
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This comedic novel by James Branch Cabell satirizes the hypocrisies and pretensions of the social elite in early twentieth-century America. The story follows a group of wealthy and influential Virginians as they navigate their relationships and ambitions in a world of artifice and self-delusion. 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,…mehr

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This comedic novel by James Branch Cabell satirizes the hypocrisies and pretensions of the social elite in early twentieth-century America. The story follows a group of wealthy and influential Virginians as they navigate their relationships and ambitions in a world of artifice and self-delusion. 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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James Branch Cabell (1879-1958) was an American author known for his significant contributions to fantasy and satire in literature. Born in Richmond, Virginia, Cabell came from a prominent Southern family, which later influenced his social commentary and satirical portrayals of nobility and societal norms. Cabell attended the College of William & Mary and briefly studied law before dedicating himself to writing. His literary career took off with the publication of "The Eagle's Shadow" (1904) and "Gallantry: Dizain des Fetes Galantes" (1907), which gained both acclaim and controversy for their bold exploration of courtly love and sexuality. His most renowned work is "Jurgen: A Comedy of Justice" (1919), a provocative and witty novel that faced censorship challenges due to its alleged obscenity. Nevertheless, it solidified his reputation as a daring and innovative writer. Cabell was a prominent figure in the "Cabellian" literary movement, which emphasized humor, satire, and intricate writing styles. He often revisited recurring characters and set his works in a fictionalized version of Virginia called "Poictesme," creating an interconnected literary universe. Throughout his career, Cabell penned numerous novels, short stories, and essays, earning admiration from fellow writers such as H. L. Mencken and Sinclair Lewis.