Getting Acquainted by Gelett Burgess
Getting Acquainted is a humorous book written by Gelett Burgess that explores the quirks and idiosyncrasies of human behavior in social situations. The book consists of short stories, poems, and essays that offer witty commentary on topics such as dating, marriage, parenting, and workplace dynamics. Through his writing, Burgess encourages readers to embrace their individuality and find humor in the everyday experiences of life.
By Gelett Burgess · First published 1897 · Genre: Philosophical Fiction, Social Commentary, Psychological Fiction · 1,550 words
First lines
Two lives moving in mysterious orbits are drawn together, and for an instant, or maybe for ever after, whirl side by side. We call the encounter an introduction, and we usually proceed to stifle the wonder of it by impersonal talk of art, books or the drama. It is an every-day affair and does not commonly stir the imagination. And yet to the connoisseur in living the meeting may be an event as well as an episode. He is a discoverer come to an unknown shore -- it may be the margent of a boundless sea or not, but of a certain it is swung by new tides and currents to be adventured and plumbed.
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Getting Acquainted is listed on Textopian as a short story by Gelett Burgess, dated 1897 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Gelett Burgess
- Date: 1897 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Philosophical Fiction, Social Commentary, Psychological Fiction, Literary Fiction, Romantic Fiction
- Length: 1,550 words
- Structure: 1 section, 9 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Difficult (10th-12th Grade)
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Genres
- Philosophical Fiction — Explores themes of human connection, societal norms, and the nature of acquaintance.
- Social Commentary — Critiques conventional social interactions and the superficiality of introductions.
- Psychological Fiction — Delves into the psychological aspects of meeting new people and the potential for genuine connection.
- Literary Fiction — Focuses on character exploration and the subtleties of human relationships.
Tags
friendship · relationships · social interactions · communication · acquaintance · personal growth · self-discovery · human behavior · emotional intelligence · networking · community · intimacy