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A wry little treasure about a man and the curious devotion he feels for one inanimate part of his home: his chimney read with a smile, linger with thought. I And My Chimney is Herman Melville s witty, intimate sketch of domestic life, told with the economy and bite only a 19th century American author of his stature could deliver. In this charming short story Melville transforms a humble household feature into a symbol of identity, comfort, and social pride; architectural symbolism and chimney symbolism become keys to understanding home and family themes, social reputation, and the quirky routines that make a house a life. Part anecdote, part meditation, the narrative balances humorous storytelling with a subtle, ironic commentary on pride, community, and human attachment. This edition from Alpha Editions restores a work that was out of print for decades and is now republished with care for today s and future generations. Meticulously edited and presented, it is not just a reprint it s a collector s item and a cultural treasure crafted for readers, collectors, and scholars alike. Ideal for casual readers drawn to Melville s lighter voice, and for classic literature collectors seeking American fiction classics and Melville short stories, this volume also supports close literary analysis of domestic life narrative and the symbolic use of architecture. Rediscover Herman Melville bookcraft at its intimate best: a tiny story with enduring resonance about home, identity, and the objects that quietly shape our lives.


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  • ISBN-13: 9789371342100
  • Publisher: Alpha Editions
  • Publisher Imprint: Alpha Editions
  • Language: English
  • Returnable: N
  • Returnable: N
  • ISBN-10: 9371342102
  • Publisher Date: 30 May 2025
  • Binding: Book
  • No of Pages: 30
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