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The Pagans

The Pagans


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The pagans examines the conflict between artistic freedom and the expectations imposed by society on love and commitment. The narrative explores how individuals drawn to creativity and emotional independence struggle when faced with conventions surrounding marriage, loyalty, and moral responsibility. Relationships are shaped by competing ideals, where passion, intellect, and personal ambition challenge traditional definitions of devotion. The novel reflects on the uncertainty that arises when affection is measured against duty, revealing how idealism can both inspire and destabilize human connection. Art functions as a lens through which identity and desire are tested, emphasizing the tension between self-expression and compromise. Social circles and unspoken rules exert pressure, forcing difficult choices that expose inner contradictions. The work blends introspection with social observation, suggesting that modern relationships demand honesty and emotional courage. Rather than offering simple resolution, the narrative presents love as complex and evolving, shaped by personal values, creative impulse, and the cost of resisting or accepting social norms.

About the Author :
Arlo Bates was born on 16 December 1850 in East Machias, Maine. A graduate of Bowdoin College in 1876, he became a notable American author, educator, and newspaperman. In 1880, Bates took on the role of editor for the Boston Sunday Courier, a position he held for over a decade until 1893. Following his work in journalism, he transitioned into academia, becoming a professor of English at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, where he significantly influenced literary education. His contributions to literature spanned fiction, poetry, and criticism. Bates was known for his thoughtful prose and poetic sensibilities, with works such as The Pagans, The Philistines, and Love in a Cloud reflecting his interest in cultural and philosophical questions. He also produced several poetry collections, including Berries of the Brier and Sonnets in Shadow, and authored critical essays like Talks on Writing English. In 1900, he was elected a Fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. Bates passed away on 25 August 1918 in Boston, leaving behind a legacy as both a literary figure and educator.


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Product Details
  • ISBN-13: 9789376802999
  • Publisher: Double 9 Books
  • Publisher Imprint: Double 9 Books
  • Height: 216 mm
  • No of Pages: 172
  • Returnable: N
  • Returnable: N
  • Weight: 204 gr
  • ISBN-10: 9376802993
  • Publisher Date: 01 Feb 2026
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Language: English
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  • Spine Width: 10 mm
  • Width: 140 mm


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