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If, Yes and Perhaps Four Possibilities and Six Exaggerations with Some Bits of Fact   By: (1822-1909)

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Edward Everett Hale’s If, Yes and Perhaps Four Possibilities and Six Exaggerations with Some Bits of Fact is a truly unique and thought-provoking book. Blending fiction and reality, Hale invites readers on a captivating journey through various scenarios that challenge conventional thinking.

The book’s structure is unconventional, as it is divided into four possibilities and six exaggerations. Each section presents an alternative reality, allowing readers to explore different outcomes to significant moments in history. Hale’s imagination runs wild, pushing boundaries and encouraging readers to question their perceived truths.

What stands out most in this book is Hale’s ability to generate profound reflections on societal issues. Through his fictionalized scenarios, he addresses topics such as politics, religion, ethics, and social norms. Hale prompts readers to contemplate the repercussions of these possibilities and how they would alter the course of history.

Additionally, the author’s writing style is flawless, blending a conversational tone with a touch of wit. He effortlessly transitions between the various scenarios, ensuring that readers remain engaged and captivated. Although the book requires concentration to grasp the nuances within the different possibilities and exaggerations, the rewards of diving into Hale’s imaginative world are worth the effort.

However, one potential drawback is that the book’s structure may be confusing for some readers. The constant shifts between different scenarios and the merging of fiction and reality can be disorienting. This requires a certain level of attention and open-mindedness to fully appreciate Hale’s narrative intentions.

In terms of its content, If, Yes and Perhaps touches upon sensitive subjects, addressing them with a balance of sensitivity and provocative flair. While some readers may appreciate Hale’s audacious tackling of these issues, others might find them distressing or uncomfortable.

Overall, If, Yes and Perhaps Four Possibilities and Six Exaggerations with Some Bits of Fact is a remarkable work of fiction that pushes the boundaries of conventional storytelling. Edward Everett Hale expertly combines history, imagination, and social critique to create a captivating narrative that challenges readers' preconceptions. It is a must-read for those looking to be intellectually stimulated and to explore alternate perspectives on reality.

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Transcriber's note: In this text a macron over letters has been represented by [=au], and a breve over a letter by [)i].

IF, YES, AND PERHAPS.

Four Possibilities and Six Exaggerations, with Some Bits of Fact.

by

EDWARD E. HALE.

Boston: Fields, Osgood, & Co., Successors To Ticknor and Fields. 1869.

Entered according to Act of Congress, in the year 1868, by Ticknor and Fields, in the Clerk's Office of the District Court of the District of Massachusetts.

University Press: Welch, Bigelow, & Co., Cambridge.

DEDICATION.

I dedicate this book to the youngest of my friends, now two hours old. Fun, fact, and fancy, may his fresh life mix the three in their just proportions.

MILTON, June 6, 1868.

PREFACE TO THE THIRD EDITION.

The title to this book has met with general opprobrium, except in a few quarters, where it was fortunately regarded as beneath contempt... Continue reading book >>




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