James Agee

The Morning Watch (eBook, ePUB)

A Southern Journey of Youth, Introspection, and Reflection in Early 20th Century Tennessee

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

James Agee's 'The Morning Watch' is an evocative exploration of innocence, faith, and introspection, crafted with lyrical prose and profound sensitivity. The Morning Watch explores the thoughts and feelings of 12-year-old Richard, a student at an unnamed Episcopal boarding school (based on Agee's schooling at St. Andrew's-Sewanee School in Sewanee, Tennessee), over the course of a few hours in the early morning of Good Friday in 1923. Set within the cloistered confines of a boarding school, the novella unfolds over the course of a single morning as young Richard goes through his daily routines while contemplating his faith and place in the world. Agee's work is a testament to the timelessness of youthful inquiry, bridging the spiritual and existential, and artfully capturing the meditations of a boy standing on the precipice of adulthood. Written in Agee's trademark eloquent yet accessible style, the text resonates with a contemplative cadence reminiscent of his other works, imbued with an acute awareness of the human condition. James Agee (1909-1955) is a literary figure whose life was punctuated by a persistent quest for understanding and truth, themes that are prevalent in 'The Morning Watch'. A writer, poet, and film critic, Agee's rich literary background and personal experiences-especially his Southern upbringing and education-deeply infuse his work. His upbringing in a religiously observant family might have played a significant role in shaping the novella, as he intricately weaves in theological and existential reflections that echo his own lifelong questions about faith and existence. This profound novella is an essential inclusion for those who appreciate introspective narratives and the nuanced examination of human spirituality. It is a particularly invaluable read for students, theologians, and literary enthusiasts seeking to delve into Agee's deliberate and insightful exploration of faith, identity, and youthful contemplation. 'The Morning Watch' stands as a compelling testament to the rich inner landscapes of youth and their eternal relevance in understanding broader human experiences.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: e-artnow
• Seitenzahl: 60
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. Januar 2026
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4099994080026
• Artikelnr.: 76265753

Autorenporträt

James Agee (1909-1955) was born in Knoxville, Tennessee. He graduated from Harvard in 1932 and was hired as a staff writer at Henry Luce's Fortune magazine. His book about Alabama tenant farmers during the Depression, Let Us Now Praise Famous Men, a collaboration with the photographer Walker Evans, appeared in 1941. Agee was later renowned for his film criticism, which appeared regularly in The Nation and Time. He co-wrote the screenplays for The African Queen and The Night of the Hunter, as well as a screenplay for Charlie Chaplin, though it was never produced. Agee died of a heart attack in a New York City taxicab at forty-five. Two years later, his novel, A Death in the Family, was published and won the Pulitzer Prize.