Autobiography of a pockethandkerchief James Fenimore Cooper Walter Lee Brown Books
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Autobiography of a pockethandkerchief James Fenimore Cooper Walter Lee Brown Books
Here’s a surprisingly enchanting novelette that speaks about society from the viewpoint of a (female) handkerchief, and it was written by James Fenimore Cooper, which piqued my interest.This story is a satire on the subject of egotistically trying to achieve a higher social status, and was originally written as a series that was first published in Graham’s Magazine in 1843. It takes the reader on a double trans-Atlantic voyage, narrated by a fancy linen and lace handkerchief. It cleverly begins with a flax seed that grows, is harvested, carded, and made into a fine linen handkerchief. It continues with its sale, its adornment with beautiful handmade lace, and its travels between France and the United States and various owners.
I got a kick out of the premise of this story. The handkerchief is “female”, so I could “hear” the female voice narrating in a soothing way, and because the handkerchief was “born” in France, it has a French accent, in my mind. It’s a clever story-telling viewpoint. The novelette is filled with French words and phrases; however, if the reader doesn’t know a bit of French, don’t despair! There are translations on each page. I don’t think it takes away from the story, but rather, it’s an enhancement.
I liked this story for Cooper’s writing style, the point of view, and bits of humor that work well in our twenty-first century society. The interaction between the handkerchief and a shirt was priceless, as were references to New Yorkers' noses.
Some topics surpass centuries and societies. This one does, hands down.
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Autobiography of a pockethandkerchief James Fenimore Cooper Walter Lee Brown Books Reviews
great fun
A charming read.
Still reading. Very interesting and unexpected. Reminds me of the life story of a dollar bill I wrote in the 5th grade. But better.
I was very surprised that a book of this title was written by James Fenimore Cooper. I think every woman will LOVE this book. If a man keeps an open mind, he will will also enjoy this fabulous novel written from the odd perspective of a woman's pocket handkerchief. Guys use the text to speech in the female voice, it will really enhance your enjoyment. Ladies do the same or just read, you will find the elegance of his story either way.
Haven't been able to get into this book
An interesting and long essay from the harvest of the flax used for linen beginning just prior to the french revolution...from the perspective of the flax\linen item.
I had read this years ago from the city library but couldn't remember the exact name. They feature "Ask the Librarian" so I did. My Completed folder only holds about 300 titles (I have read or viewed over 1,100). I know, I know.
The librarian was intrigued and eventually found the title. They no longer stock it but I didn't mind. I wanted to own it and didn't let me down!
This handkerchief is made in Paris not too long after the American Revolution. It has the unique ability to see and evaluate the things going on around it. I enjoyed it very much. A nice change of pace for Mr. Cooper.
Here’s a surprisingly enchanting novelette that speaks about society from the viewpoint of a (female) handkerchief, and it was written by James Fenimore Cooper, which piqued my interest.
This story is a satire on the subject of egotistically trying to achieve a higher social status, and was originally written as a series that was first published in Graham’s Magazine in 1843. It takes the reader on a double trans-Atlantic voyage, narrated by a fancy linen and lace handkerchief. It cleverly begins with a flax seed that grows, is harvested, carded, and made into a fine linen handkerchief. It continues with its sale, its adornment with beautiful handmade lace, and its travels between France and the United States and various owners.
I got a kick out of the premise of this story. The handkerchief is “female”, so I could “hear” the female voice narrating in a soothing way, and because the handkerchief was “born” in France, it has a French accent, in my mind. It’s a clever story-telling viewpoint. The novelette is filled with French words and phrases; however, if the reader doesn’t know a bit of French, don’t despair! There are translations on each page. I don’t think it takes away from the story, but rather, it’s an enhancement.
I liked this story for Cooper’s writing style, the point of view, and bits of humor that work well in our twenty-first century society. The interaction between the handkerchief and a shirt was priceless, as were references to New Yorkers' noses.
Some topics surpass centuries and societies. This one does, hands down.
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