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Idle Thoughts of an Idle Fellow (Paperback)
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Idle Thoughts of an Idle Fellow (Paperback)
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At a young age, author Jerome K. Jerome found a hobby that he was
extremely skilled at, and very passionate about-idleness. He was
thrilled at the amount of time he could waste doing nothing,
frustrating those around him. However, when Jerome falls ill and is
ordered to bedrest, this hobby is tested. Then, he learns that
doing nothing is only fun when you have other commitments. This
relatable sentiment is explored in the title essay of Idle Thoughts
of an Idle Fellow. Taking sometimes mundane topics and twisting
them into the extraordinary, Idle Thoughts of an Idle Fellow shares
insight on a variety of topics. In On Being in Love Jerome applies
his observations of couples to broader realizations of love and
romance. Exploring an opposite, polarizing feeling, On Being in the
Blues is a touching portrayal of living with depression, struggling
through the lows and highs of mental health. While such essays
invoke strong emotional reactions, others dabble in lighter topics,
such as the attire of babies, the weather, and gluttonous
appetites. Yet, whether the topic is profound or ordinary, Jerome
finds a way to craft philosophical prose saturated in clever
insight. Featuring fourteen witty and philosophical essays,
Jerome's Idle Thoughts of an Idle Fellow considers topics of
varying importance, from the author's opinion on cats to suffering
through depressive episodes. Each accompanied by a personal, and
usually hilarious narrative, these essays reach philosophic
conclusions as they entertain with their captivating charm and
sarcasm. Written with casual prose decorated with thorough imagery
and figurative language, Idle Thoughts of an Idle Fellow imparts
fun and frank wisdom on its readers, still delighting audiences
over a century after it was first published. This edition of Idle
Thoughts of an Idle Fellow by Jerome K. Jerome is presented in an
easy-to-read font and features an eye-catching new cover design.
With these accommodations, this edition is accessible and appealing
to contemporary audiences, restoring Jerome K Jerome's work to
modern standards while preserving the original wit and charm of
Idle Thoughts of an Idle Fellow.
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