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The Book of This and That

by Robert Lynd

In a world where everything seems to be moving faster and faster, take a moment to slow down and savor the simple things with this collection of essays on a variety of topics, from literature to philosophy to current events. The Book of This and That is a collection of essays by Robert Lynd, one of the most popular and influential essayists of the early 20th century. Lynd's essays are known for their wit, wisdom, and humanity. He writes about a wide range of topics, from the everyday to the profound, with a unique perspective that is both insightful and entertaining.

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English

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English

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1915

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Robert Wilson Lynd was an Irish writer, editor of poetry, urbane literary essayist, socialist and Irish nationalist. He was born in Belfast to Robert John Lynd, a Presbyterian minister, and Sarah Rent...

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