Canterbury Pieces
Samuel Butler
Sep 2022 · DigiCat
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Samuel Butler's 'Canterbury Pieces' emerges as a collection of essays and short works that showcase the author's sharp wit and penetrating observations on human nature. Butler's prose, heralded for its clarity and engaging humor, serves as a vessel to traverse the diverse landscapes of Victorian society. As a work of literature, it stands as a testimony to Butler's capabilities as a polymath, knitting together his experiences, contemplations, and criticisms into a tapestry that provides us with a window into the historical and cultural fabric of his time. This special edition by DigiCat Publishing revitalizes Butler's insights, offering them up once again to the scrutiny and delight of modern readers. Samuel Butler's own intellectual journey, traveling from iconoclastic philosophies to evolutionary theorizations, is echoed through the narratives present within 'Canterbury Pieces.' The convergence of his personal trajectory, marked with both adherence and rebellion against the strictures of Victorian England, and his intellectual odyssey provides context to the material. These collected works are not merely a product of their era but are reflective of Butler's sophisticated understanding of the perennial aspects of human experience and his prescient critiques of societal norms. 'Canterbury Pieces' is recommended not only for those with an interest in the literary and cultural dialogs of the 19th century but also for contemporary readers seeking to engage with timeless questions through the lens of historical discourse. Butler's wit and wisdom resonate through the years, giving this collection a relevance that endures beyond its original publication, making it a valuable addition for any literary connoisseur or casual reader yearning to connect with the rich heritage of English literature.
About the author
Samuel Butler (1835-1902) was an eminent Victorian author, best known for challenging the mores of his time through incisive critique and satire in novels and essays. Born on December 4, 1835, in Langar, Nottinghamshire, Butler came from a family with clerical ties but soon developed a strong skepticism towards religious orthodoxy, a theme that prominently figures in his literary works. Despite initial forays into the clerical life, he pursued his desire to paint and then ventured into literature. 'Canterbury Pieces' is one among his lesser-known works, yet this compilation of essays and satirical pieces exhibits Butler's sharp wit and engagement with cultural criticism. His most famous novel 'Erewhon' (1872), an anagram of 'nowhere,' is a satirical utopian work that highlights his literary preoccupations with dystopian themes and societal paradoxes. Additionally, Butler's autobiographical novel, 'The Way of All Flesh' (posthumously published in 1903), brutally examines Victorian family life and generational conflict, and is lauded for its ahead-of-its-time narratological techniques. Fluent in both novelistic fiction and non-fiction, his works often blur the lines between the two, enabling a biting social commentary. Butler's literary style is characterized by a remarkable blend of humorous irony and philosophical depth, which continues to attract scholarly interest as an important facet of 19th-century literature.
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