The Book Bills Of Narcissus (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162689388)

""The Book Bills of Narcissus"" is a novel by Richard Le Gallienne that was first published in 1908. The story follows the life of a young man named Narcissus Marsh who is passionate about books and literature. Narcissus is a clerk in a bookstore and spends all of his money on buying books, often neglecting his basic needs such as food and shelter. He becomes deeply indebted and is forced to leave his job and become a wandering bookseller. Throughout the novel, Narcissus encounters a variety of characters who share his love for literature, including a wealthy collector who becomes his patron and a group of bohemian artists who introduce him to the world of poetry and art. However, Narcissus' obsession with books continues to consume him, and he becomes increasingly isolated and detached from reality. ""The Book Bills of Narcissus"" is a poignant exploration of the power of literature and the dangers of obsession. It is a timeless story that still resonates with readers today, particularly those who are passionate about books and the literary world. Le Gallienne's beautiful prose and vivid descriptions bring the world of books to life, making this novel a must-read for anyone who loves literature.Yes! it was the same old Narcissus, and he was wielding just the same old magic, I could see, as in our class-rooms and playgrounds five years before. What is it in him that made all men take him so on his own terms, made his talk hold one so, though it so often stumbled in the dark, and fell dumb on many a verbal cul-de-sac? Whatever it is, Samuel felt it, and, with that fine worshipful spirit of his--an attitude which always reminds me of the elders listening to the boy Jesus--was doing that homage for which no beauty or greatness ever appeals to him in vain. What an eye for soul has Samuel!This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Richard Le Gallienne
ISBN-10: 1162689382
ISBN-13: 9781162689388
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 74
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.32lbs
Size: 9.25h x 7.50w x 0.15d