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Boreham, Frank
1871
1959
Boreham, F. W. (Frank William)
Rubble and Roseleaves, and Things of That Kind
Part I: Old envelopes. 'Whistling jigs to milestones.' The front-door bell. The green chair. Living dogs and dead lions. New brooms. A good wife and a gallant ship -- Part II: Odd volumes. O'er crag and torrent. The pretender. Achmed's investment. Saturday. The chimes. 'Be shod with sandals' -- Part III: We are seven. The fish-pens. Edged tools. Old photographs. A box of blocks. Piecrust. All's well that ends well.
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"Rubble and Roseleaves, and Things of That Kind" by Frank Boreham is a collection of reflective essays written in the early 20th century. The book explores various themes through the lens of personal anecdotes and observations, often grounded in Boreham's experiences as a minister and thinker. It serves as a contemplation of life's curiosities, blending humor and introspection in its exploration of human nature and the significance of seemingly mundane details in our lives. The beginning of the book introduces readers to an engaging reflection on the significance of envelopes, which Boreham uses as a metaphor for communication and connection. He describes three neglected envelopes in his waste-paper basket that evoke thoughts about their silent stories and the messages they carry. This contemplation transitions into personal anecdotes about letters received and their emotional weight, illustrating how envelopes can reveal more about the sender than the letter itself. Boreham's writing presents a mix of wit and poignant observations, inviting readers to appreciate the richness of everyday experiences while setting a thoughtful tone for the essays to come. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 79.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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