Parnassus on Wheels
novel by Morley
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Parnassus on Wheels is a novel by American writer Christopher Morley, first published in 1917. The story follows the adventures and romance of an itinerant bookseller. The title itself is a reference to "Parnassian," which relates to poetry and a school of French poets known for their emphasis on form over emotion. Morley was a versatile writer, also known for his literary columns and essays, and other novels like Kitty Foyle.12
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