Bøger af Gelett Burgess

The Romance of the Commonplace is a collection of essays by American author and artist Gelett Burgess. Originally published in 1902, the book explores the beauty and wonder of everyday life, from the mundane to the extraordinary. Burgess argues that there is romance to be found in the most commonplace things, and encourages readers to seek out and appreciate the magic in their daily experiences. The essays cover a wide range of topics, including nature, art, literature, and human relationships. Burgess draws on his own experiences and observations to offer insights into the world around us, and to inspire readers to see the world in a new light. The writing style is poetic and lyrical, with vivid descriptions and evocative imagery. Burgess's love of language is evident throughout the book, and he often plays with words and phrases to create a sense of whimsy and playfulness. Overall, The Romance of the Commonplace is a celebration of the small moments that make up our lives, and a reminder to appreciate the beauty and wonder that surrounds us every day.1902. A collection of 34 brief essays on the not-so-commonplace by Burgess, humorist and founding editor of The Lark, a San Francisco-based magazine devoted to humorous poetry.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

The Picaroons is a novel written by Gelett Burgess and published in 1904. The story follows the adventures of a group of picaroons, or rogue adventurers, as they travel across the world in search of treasure and excitement. The main character is a young man named Jack who joins the picaroons after his father's death and sets out to make his fortune. Along the way, he meets a variety of colorful characters, including a beautiful young woman named Rosamund, a French chef named Francois, and a cunning pirate named Blackbeard. The group faces many challenges and dangers, including shipwrecks, mutinies, and battles with rival pirates. Despite these obstacles, they remain steadfast in their pursuit of wealth and adventure. The Picaroons is a thrilling and entertaining tale of daring exploits and high-seas adventure that will delight readers of all ages.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Vivette: Or The Memoirs Of The Romance Association is a novel written by Gelett Burgess and published in 1897. The story revolves around a young woman named Vivette, who is a member of the Romance Association, a secret society that aims to promote love and romance. Vivette is a beautiful and intelligent woman who is determined to find true love, but she soon discovers that the path to happiness is not always easy.As she navigates the world of romance, Vivette encounters a variety of characters, including a wealthy aristocrat, a handsome artist, and a charming adventurer. She also faces many challenges, such as betrayal, heartbreak, and societal expectations. Through it all, Vivette remains steadfast in her pursuit of love and ultimately finds it in an unexpected place.The novel is written in a whimsical and humorous style, with a focus on the romantic adventures of its protagonist. It explores themes such as love, friendship, and the challenges of navigating social norms in the late 19th century. Vivette: Or The Memoirs Of The Romance Association is a charming and entertaining read that offers a unique perspective on the romantic ideals of its time.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work.

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work.

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1914 Edition.

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work.

Goodness, these Goops are ungracious! These wild and wacky poems by Gelett Burgess show little ones the importance of politeness through the bad behavior of naughty children known as Goops. Don't be a Goop--mind your manners!

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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 was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.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.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. 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.

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 was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.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.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. 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.