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Modern Essays

Edited by Christopher Morley · With contributions by Harry Morgan Ayres · With contributions by Max Beerbohm, Sir · With contributions by Hilaire Belloc · With contributions by David W. Bone · With contributions by Rupert Brooke · With contributions by Heywood Broun · With contributions by Thomas Burke · With contributions by James Branch Cabell · With contributions by Joseph Conrad · With contributions by Harry Esty Dounce · With contributions by Oscar W. Firkins · With contributions by Philip Guedalla · With contributions by Louise Imogen Guiney · With contributions by A. P. Herbert · With contributions by Robert Cortes Holliday · With contributions by Joyce Kilmer · With contributions by Stephen Leacock · With contributions by John Albert Macy · With contributions by Don Marquis · With contributions by William McFee · With contributions by A. A. Milne · With contributions by William Osler, Sir · With contributions by Bertrand Russell · With contributions by George Saintsbury · With contributions by George Santayana · With contributions by Stuart Pratt Sherman · With contributions by Logan Pearsall Smith · With contributions by Marian Storm · With contributions by Simeon Strunsky · With contributions by H. M. Tomlinson · With contributions by Robert Palfrey Utter · With contributions by Stewart Edward White · With contributions by William Allen White

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"Modern Essays" by Christopher Morley et al. is a curated collection of contemporary essays written in the early 20th century. The anthology includes a diverse range of pieces that reflect various moods, themes, and styles, showcasing the art of the essay format. The selections are meant to stimulate those interested in both reading and writing, providing insights from different perspectives within the literary landscape of that time. The opening of this collection features a preface by Christopher Morley, in which he reflects on the challenges and responsibilities of an anthologist. He shares his experiences in choosing essays that genuinely represent the contemporary literary scene, discussing the balancing act between personal taste and broader appeal. Morley emphasizes the unique qualities of essays compared to other forms of writing, such as short stories, highlighting their exploratory nature and ability to capture moods rather than strictly adhering to plots. This introspective introduction sets the stage for the diverse conversations and themes that will unfold throughout the essays in the collection, inviting readers to explore the richness of the form.

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