The Cornhill Magazine (Vol. XLI, No. 241 new series, July 1916): Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
The Cornhill Magazine (Vol. XLI, No. 241 new series, July 1916): author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
The Cornhill Magazine (Vol. XLI, No. 241 new series, July 1916) is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Various.
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"The Cornhill Magazine (Vol. XLI, No. 241 new series, July 1916)" by Various is a literary periodical published in the early 20th century. This edition contains a variety of articles, essays, and stories reflecting the social and cultural climate during World War I, likely engaging with themes of warfare, morality, and human experience. The opening portion introduces "The Tutor's Story," a narrative centered on a character navigating the complexities of university life, hinting at themes of personal ambition, nostalgia, and interpersonal relationships. At the start of the magazine, the narrative unfolds as a university tutor experiences a mix of loneliness and ambition at the beginning of the Lent term. The protagonist reflects on his past, feeling a sense of disconnection from the ever-changing student body and confronted by the arrival of Mr. Halidane, an old acquaintance with a dubious character. Their encounter stirs complex emotions, touching on themes of betrayal, longing for connection, and the moral dilemmas around Halidane’s apparent aspirations conflicting with the protagonist’s memories and values. As the tutor grapples with his past and present, he becomes embroiled in a web of relationships that bear significant implications for his student, Lord Hartover, suggesting that the story will unravel a deeper exploration of character fallibility in a time of societal turmoil.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Cornhill Magazine (Vol. XLI, No. 241 new series, July 1916)
- Author credits: Various
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- England -- Periodicals
- English literature -- Periodicals
- Short stories, English -- Periodicals
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- Category: Essays, Letters & Speeches
- Category: Journals
- Category: Short Stories
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