The Philistine: A Periodical of Protest, December 1895 to May 1896

By Elbert Hubbard

Book Overview

The Philistine: A Periodical of Protest, December 1895 to May 1896 is a collection of essays and articles written by Elbert Hubbard, an American writer, publisher, and philosopher. The book was originally published as a monthly magazine from December 1895 to May 1896 and contains a total of six issues. Each issue features a variety of essays and articles on topics such as politics, art, literature, and social issues. The Philistine was known for its critical and often controversial views on contemporary issues, and Hubbard's writing style is characterized by his wit, humor, and sharp criticism. The book provides a fascinating insight into the cultural and intellectual climate of the late 19th century in America and is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of American literature and journalism.1895. Volume 2 contains the monthly issues of The Philistine magazine from December 1895 to May 1896. These magazines were printed for the Society of the Philistines and published by them monthly. The Society of the Philistines was an association of book lovers and folks who write and paint. It was organized to further good fellowship among men and women who believed in allowing the widest liberty to individuality in thought and expression. Such notable authors as Elbert Hubbard, Stephen Crane, John Langdon Heaton, Leo Tolstoy and a myriad others, are contributing writers. Sample contents: Kind That Paul Forgot; Eugene Field, Poet and Man; Experiment in Communism; Protestant Service; Chopin and George Sand; Model of a Statesman; Passing of Clangingharp; Death the Doorway; Shakespeare's Borrowings; An Hour with Caesar Augustus; and much more.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: 1162613289
• ISBN13: 9781162613284
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 300 Pages
• Weight: 1.14 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 7.5" x 9.3"