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The narrative explores the concept of the "Boston Brahmin," a term coined by Wendell's father, Dr. Holmes, to characterize the affluent and spiritually ambitious elite of mid-19th century Boston. Their wealth, largely derived from the China trade, not only enriched them materially but also introduced diverse ideas and cultural influences, shaping the society's identity. The book delves into the intersection of prosperity and ambition within this unique social class, highlighting their significant role in the cultural landscape of the time.
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Oliver Wendell Holmes, Catharine Pierce Wells
- Język
- Rok wydania
- 2020
- Oprawa
- (twarda)
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- Tytuł
- Oliver Wendell Holmes
- Język
- angielski
- Autorzy
- Catharine Pierce Wells
- Wydawca
- Cambridge University Press
- Rok wydania
- 2020
- Oprawa
- twarda
- Liczba stron
- 224
- ISBN13
- 9781108475952
- Seria
- Ocena
- 4 z 5
- Opis
- The narrative explores the concept of the "Boston Brahmin," a term coined by Wendell's father, Dr. Holmes, to characterize the affluent and spiritually ambitious elite of mid-19th century Boston. Their wealth, largely derived from the China trade, not only enriched them materially but also introduced diverse ideas and cultural influences, shaping the society's identity. The book delves into the intersection of prosperity and ambition within this unique social class, highlighting their significant role in the cultural landscape of the time.