Hortus Vitae by Vernon Lee
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"Hortus Vitae" by Vernon Lee is a collection of essays written in the early 20th century. This work reflects on the deeper meanings and joys found in life and relationships, using the metaphor of gardening to explore personal growth, memories, and the importance of nurturing our inner lives. The essays aim to cultivate an appreciation for the beauty in everyday experiences and the connections we forge with others. At the start of
"Hortus Vitae," the author dedicates the work to Madame Th. Blanc-Bentz on a deeply personal note, reflecting on the influence of Gabrielle Delzant, a dear friend who inspired many of the essays. Lee shares intimate memories spent with Delzant, emphasizing the essence of life as an ongoing process of renewal and joy through relationships. The opening portion introduces themes of life's worthiness to be lived beautifully, while underscoring the significance of companionship and the nurturing of one's own 'garden'—the inner world shaped by experiences, emotions, and connections. The readers are invited to delve into Lee's contemplative reflections on life's gifts and the cultivation of personal fulfillment. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Lee, Vernon, 1856-1935 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 04015585 |
| Title |
Hortus Vitae Essays on the Gardening of Life |
| Contents | Dedication -- The garden of life -- In praise of governesses -- On going to the play -- Reading books -- Hearing music -- Receiving letters -- New friends and old -- Other friendships -- A hotel sitting-room -- In praise of courtship -- Knowing one's mind -- Against talking -- In praise of silence -- The blame of portraits -- Sere and yellow -- A stage jewel -- My bicycle and I -- Puzzles of the past -- Making presents -- Going away -- Coming back -- Losing one's train -- The hanging gardens. |
| Credits |
Produced by Delphine Lettau & the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdpcanada.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 57.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Essays |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 26800 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-26800-2 |
| Release Date | Oct 7, 2008 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 824 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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