The Orpheus C. Kerr Papers, Series 1 by R. H. Newell
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"The Orpheus C. Kerr Papers, Series 1" by R. H. Newell is a satirical work that combines elements of a fictional correspondence with commentary on American life during the Civil War, likely written in the mid-19th century. The narrative introduces the character of Orpheus C. Kerr, who offers witty and humorous observations about his experiences in Washington D.C. and the unfolding events of the time, including the war and interactions with various
characters. This combination of personal letters and comedic insights sets the stage for a broader critique of society and human nature. The opening of the work begins with a playful introduction where Orpheus describes his early upbringing and family life, leading into his arrival in Washington. He humorously delineates the quirks of his hometown and paints a colorful picture of his childhood influences, including his family's peculiar physician. As he reflects on early youth with a blend of nostalgia and sarcasm, he establishes his identity as both a participant and observer of historical events. This engaging start hints at the absurdities and ironies of war and society that will likely unfold throughout the correspondence, setting the tone for a mix of humor and social critique in the letters to follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Newell, R. H. (Robert Henry), 1836-1901 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Orpheus C. Kerr Papers, Series 1 |
| Credits |
Produced by Chris Curnow and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 64.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 35906 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-35906-9 |
| Release Date | Apr 19, 2011 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 554 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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