My dear Cornelia: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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My dear Cornelia is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Sherman, Stuart Pratt (1881–1926).
Catalogue synopsis
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"My Dear Cornelia" by Stuart P. Sherman is a work of literary discussion and reflection written in the early 20th century. The narrative unfolds through a series of dialogues between the unnamed narrator and Cornelia, a cultured and intelligent woman deeply concerned about the state of society and literature. This conversation navigates themes of chastity, the changing standards of morality, and the responsibilities of parents and critics regarding literature and societal norms. At the start of the narrative, the narrator expresses admiration for Cornelia's insightful and assured nature, revealing their long-standing friendship and the intellectual exchanges they share. In their opening discussion, Cornelia expresses grave concerns over contemporary literature's influence on the younger generation and the perceived challenges to traditional values surrounding chastity. Through their back-and-forth, the text sets the stage for exploring broader societal changes and the tensions between modernity and established conventions, indicating that the book will delve into critical evaluations of relationships, moral imperatives, and the evolving landscape of human emotions and behaviors in contrasting eras.
Book and edition facts
- Title: My dear Cornelia
- Author credits: Sherman, Stuart Pratt (1881–1926)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Conversation -- Fiction
- United States -- Social conditions -- 1918-1932 -- Fiction
- Upper class families -- Fiction
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- Category: Essays, Letters & Speeches
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