Days Off, And Other Digressions
by Henry Van Dyke
Publisher: Charles Scribner’s Sons
MDCCCCVII (1907)
Copyright 1907 by Charles Scribner’s Sons
Printed in October, 1907
Reprinted in November, 1907
Reprinted in December, 1907
Printer: The Scribner Press
Preface Dated: Avalon, July 10th, 1907
Seven Illustrations Included
NOTE: Prior ownership inscription on cover page:
“Phil from Martin”
“Uncle Philip Richardson from Uncle Martin & Doreen)”
“To my fathers brother from my mother’s brother (Uncle martin and Earl by the Richardsons). It was Uncle Martin…dated 1914?”
"Days Off, and Other Digressions" by Henry Van Dyke is a collection of essays and reflections that capture the author's appreciation for nature, simple pleasures, and thoughtful observations on life. Van Dyke's writing invites readers to pause and savor the beauty of the natural world, the value of leisure, and the importance of finding joy in everyday moments. Through his lyrical prose and insightful musings, he explores themes of contentment, tranquility, and the restorative power of taking time away from the demands of modern life, offering a gentle reminder to appreciate the quiet moments of peace and reflection.
Henry Van Dyke was an American author, educator, and clergyman, known for his nature writing and his contributions to literature and theology. He was a prolific writer, producing essays, poems, short stories, and theological works. Van Dyke served as a professor of English literature at Princeton University and was later appointed U.S. Minister to the Netherlands and Luxembourg. His writings often reflected his deep connection to nature and his spiritual beliefs, earning him a reputation as a thoughtful and eloquent voice in American letters. His most famous works include the short story "The Other Wise Man" and the hymn "Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee."
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