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Puck: His Vicissitudes, Adventures, Observations, Conclusions, Friendships, and Philosophies, Vol. 2 of 3 (Classic Reprint)

This book is a compilation of Puck's experiences, insights, and philosophical musings, offering readers a glimpse into the character's life and thoughts. The volume is part of a series that explores the multifaceted nature of Puck, a figure known for his mischievous and trickster qualities in various cultural narratives. more

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Ouida
Ouida

Ouida, born Mary Catherine Hale, was a renowned 19th-century British novelist. Known for her portrayal of women's emotional lives and romantic adventures, her works have been beloved by readers. Ouida's writing style is unique and elegant, leaving a profound impact on literature. more

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“To wade in marshes and sea margins is the destiny of certain bird, and they are so accurately made for this that they are imprisoned in those places. Each animal out of its habitat would starve. To the physician, each man, each woman, is an amplification of one organ. A soldier, a locksmith, a bank-clerk, and a dancer could not exchange functions. And thus we are victims of adaptation.”

“Nature and books belong to the eyes that see them. It depends on the mood of the man, whether he shall see the sunset or the fine poem. There are always sunsets, and there is always genius; but only a few hours so serene that we can relish nature or criticism. The more or less depends on structure or temperament. Temperament is the iron wire on which the beads are strung. Of what use is fortune or talent to a cold and defective store?”

“Some men at the approach of a dispute neigh like horses. Unless there be an argument, they think nothing is doing. Some talkers excel in the precision with which they formulate their thoughts, so that you get from them somewhat to remember; others lay criticism asleep by a charm. Especially women use words that are not words,--as steps in a dance are not steps,--but reproduce the genius of that they speak of; as the sound of some bells makes us think of the bell merely, whilst the church chimes in the distance bring the church and its serious memories before us.”

“The refining influence is the study of art, which is the science of beauty; and I find that every man values every scrap of knowledge in art, every observation of his own in it, every hint he has caught from another. For the laws of beauty are the beauty of beauty, and give the mind the same or a higher joy than the sight of it gives the senses. The study of art is of high value to the growth of the intellect.”