Excerpt from Manet: April 1934
I used up my limited knowledge of politics with Dad. Now how a young person like me could be expected to chat meaningly on politi cal hash incomprehensible to most of my elders is a riddle. Yet Dad certainly expected it, and I struggled through. Then Jimmie (there's always a Jimmie), would rapidly diminish my baseball stock in long eulogies of heroes. Mother being busy at supervising her daughter; I was saved from further conversational hard ships.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the life, work, and philosophies of Herman Gluck, the fictitious yet archetypal high school student and writer. Through a series of essays and short stories, the author unfolds the intricacies of adolescence as the protagonist navigates the social and emotional landscape of high school. From the insecurities of awkwardness to the blossoming of youthful confidence, this book captures the universal experiences of growing up. Written at the height of the Great Depression in the 1940s, the book offers a window into the historical context of teenage life during that era. The author examines the impact of social and economic challenges on the development of young minds, revealing the resilience and adaptability inherent in adolescence. This book is not merely a nostalgic recollection but a timeless exploration of the human condition. It delves into the nature of identity, the complexities of human relationships, and the universal struggle for acceptance and belonging. Through the introspections of Herman Gluck, the author unravels the profound themes of life, love, and the search for meaning in a rapidly changing world. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780243314898_0
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