The Fireside Sphinx
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The fireside sphinx
Agnes Repplier's 'The Fireside Sphinx' is a compelling exploration of the feline's intricate role within Western literature, tracing its paws from the whispered origins in ancient narratives to its lofty perch in contemporary prose. Repplier employs a rich literary style, weaving historical anecdotes with vibrant character studies, to illuminate the cat's nine-lived journey through culture and time. The tome positions the cat not merely as a domestic companion but as an emblematic creature within literature, adept at mirroring human complexity and oftentimes, serving as a conduit for metaphor and mystique. By chronicling the literary evolution of the cat—beginning with the whimsical tale of its divine sneeze into existence aboard Noah's Ark—Repplier encapsulates the animal's persistent presence alongside humankind's own saga. Agnes Repplier (1855-1950), an American essayist known for her wit and keen observations on culture and society, was a preeminent voice in the preservation of historical literary commentary. Her own affinity for the feline form no doubt guided her hand in crafting 'The Fireside Sphinx.' Repplier's academic rigor is evident in her meticulous chronicling of the cat's literary legacy, effortlessly bridging the gap between the pet's enigmatic physical grace and its storied symbolic essence. Her work is deeply rooted in the tradition of examining the interplay between culture and the animal kingdom, and she summons a depth of insight and scholarly appreciation befitting one of her intellectual repute. In 'The Fireside Sphinx,' Agnes Repplier invites the reader into a lush tapestry of narrative grace and historical detail, offering both a scholarly feast and a delightful indulgence for those fascinated by the enigmatic cat. This book is warmly recommended not only to the literati and feline aficionados but also to anyone interested in the cultural history that shapes our understanding of the world around us. It is both a valuable contribution to animal studies in literature and a charming ode to one of humanity's most storied companions—the cat.
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Excerpt from The Fireside Sphinx There is a sweet and sunny corner of the Ely sian fields, where drowse and play, and drowse and play forever, a little band of cats, whose names, im perishable as their masters', are household words today. We know them well, these gentle furry ghosts, lifted to immortality by the human hands that fondled them in life. We know the white Muezza whom Mohammed loved, and Bouhaki of Thebes, proudest Of his proud race, and Dick Whittington's thrice famous cat that made his master's fortune. We know this sleek and shining tortoise-shell, for she is Selima, fair and ill-fated, whom the glint of gold-fish tempted to her grave. This pensive pussy with clear topaz eyes shared Petrarch's heart with Laura; this splendid beast, red as a fox and stately as a lion, is Chateaubriand 's Micetto, the sovereign Pontiff's gift; and his no less arrogant companion sat, it is whispered, by the side of Wolsey, when the butcher's son was Chan cellor of England. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
FIRESIDE SPHINX
Author: Agnes 1855-1950 Repplier
language: en
Publisher: Wentworth Press
Release Date: 2016-08-26
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