Ephemera: Grave And Gay (1856)

By James Graver Bloom

Book Overview

Ephemera: Grave and Gay is a collection of essays and sketches written by James Graver Bloom, originally published in 1856. The book is divided into two sections, with the first half focusing on more serious topics such as death, grief, and religion, while the second half is more lighthearted and humorous in nature. Bloom's writing style is characterized by his use of vivid and descriptive language, as well as his ability to seamlessly transition between serious and humorous topics. Throughout the book, he offers his own unique perspective on a range of issues, from the meaning of life to the joys of a good meal. Despite being over 150 years old, Ephemera: Grave and Gay remains a relevant and engaging read for modern audiences. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the mindset of mid-19th century America, while also offering timeless insights into the human condition.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165409836
• ISBN13: 9781165409839
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 82 Pages
• Weight: 0.27 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"