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"Experiments" is a sophisticated and eclectic collection of prose from the acclaimed British writer Norman Douglas. Compiling a diverse array of essays, short stories, and critical reviews, this work showcases Douglas's sharp intellect, biting wit, and mastery of the English language. The collection includes notable pieces such as his spirited defense of Maurice Magnus, as well as various travel sketches and literary appraisals that reflect the author's cosmopolitan worldview and skeptical, often hedonistic philosophy.

Throughout "Experiments", Douglas traverses a wide range of subjects, from the intricacies of historical research to the nuances of contemporary literature. His travel writing within these pages captures the essence of place with the same vividness found in his more famous works, while his essays reveal a mind deeply engaged with the intellectual currents of the early twentieth century. This volume serves as a comprehensive testament to Douglas's versatility as a man of letters, offering readers a window into the varied interests and stylistic brilliance of one of the most distinctive voices in modern literature. It remains a vital resource for those interested in the art of the essay and the development of modernist prose.

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Book details

• Full title: Experiments
• Author: Norman Douglas
• Language: English
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 284
• EAN: 9781025421780
• ISBN: 1025421787
• ID: 52779298
• Publisher: Tradd Street Press
• Weight: 403 g
• Dimensions: 234 × 156 × 15 mm
• Date of publishing: 14. February 2026

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