| Author |
Benson, Arthur Christopher, 1862-1925 |
| Title |
Memoirs of Arthur Hamilton, B. A. of Trinity College, Cambridge
Extracted from His Letters and Diaries, with Reminiscences of His Conversation by His Friend Christopher Carr of the Same College
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| Credits |
Produced by Andrew Sly
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| Summary |
"Memoirs of Arthur Hamilton, B. A. of Trinity College, Cambridge" by Arthur Christopher Benson is a reflective memoir written in the late 19th century. This work offers a detailed portrayal of the life and thoughts of Arthur Hamilton through letters and diaries, capturing his introspective journey as he navigates personal conflicts and societal expectations. The narrative likely focuses on themes of spirituality, introspection, and the struggle between individual ideals and traditional values. The opening of the memoir introduces us to Arthur Hamilton's early life, detailing his upbringing in a wealthy, but strict family, dominated by a puritanical father. It paints a vivid picture of his childhood environment and offers insights into his developing personality, showcasing his sensitivity and love for nature, alongside a growing awareness of the complexities of human emotions and relationships. As the narrative unfolds, Arthur grows from a thoughtful, somewhat solitary child into a young man grappling with intellectual pursuits, personal beliefs, and the influences shaping his life at Cambridge, setting the stage for his subsequent reflections and philosophical explorations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
College stories
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| Subject |
College students -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Trinity College (University of Cambridge) -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Cambridge (England) -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
16438 |
| Release Date |
Aug 4, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 12, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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