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Title: The Works of Charles and Mary Lamb — Volume 6
Letters 1821-1842

Note: Reading ease score: 81.6 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Credits: Produced by Keren Vergon, Virginia Paque and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team

Summary: "The Works of Charles and Mary Lamb — Volume 6" by Charles Lamb and Mary Lamb is a collection of letters written between 1821 and 1842, with the majority penned by Charles Lamb, who was an influential English essayist and poet. This volume, likely crafted in the early 19th century, offers unique insights into the personal and literary lives of the Lamb siblings. The correspondences included reflect their friendships with notable figures of the time, such as Dorothy Wordsworth and Samuel Taylor Coleridge, and showcase the wit, charm, and candidness of Charles Lamb's character. At the start of this volume, the letters reveal much about the daily lives and social circles of the Lambs. The opening letter to Dorothy Wordsworth discusses family matters, health issues, and humorous anecdotes about acquaintances in Cambridge, while simultaneously showcasing Lamb's warm and playful writing style. Subsequent letters touch upon various social gatherings, literary discussions, and personal reflections, giving readers a glimpse into Lamb's world—a blend of literary ambition, friendship, and the everyday struggles of life. The opening portion sets the tone for a delightful and engaging read for those interested in the Lambs, their relationships, and their contributions to English literature. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Lamb, Charles, 1775-1834

Author: Lamb, Mary, 1764-1847

Editor: Lucas, E. V. (Edward Verrall), 1868-1938

EBook No.: 10851

Published: Jan 1, 2004

Downloads: 105

Language: English

Subject: Authors, English -- 19th century -- Correspondence

Subject: Lamb, Charles, 1775-1834

Subject: Lamb, Mary, 1764-1847 -- Correspondence

Subject: Lamb, Charles, 1775-1834 -- Correspondence

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

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2024-11-06T01:40:50Z The Works of Charles and Mary Lamb — Volume 6

This edition has images.

Title: The Works of Charles and Mary Lamb — Volume 6
Letters 1821-1842

Note: Reading ease score: 81.6 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Credits: Produced by Keren Vergon, Virginia Paque and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team

Summary: "The Works of Charles and Mary Lamb — Volume 6" by Charles Lamb and Mary Lamb is a collection of letters written between 1821 and 1842, with the majority penned by Charles Lamb, who was an influential English essayist and poet. This volume, likely crafted in the early 19th century, offers unique insights into the personal and literary lives of the Lamb siblings. The correspondences included reflect their friendships with notable figures of the time, such as Dorothy Wordsworth and Samuel Taylor Coleridge, and showcase the wit, charm, and candidness of Charles Lamb's character. At the start of this volume, the letters reveal much about the daily lives and social circles of the Lambs. The opening letter to Dorothy Wordsworth discusses family matters, health issues, and humorous anecdotes about acquaintances in Cambridge, while simultaneously showcasing Lamb's warm and playful writing style. Subsequent letters touch upon various social gatherings, literary discussions, and personal reflections, giving readers a glimpse into Lamb's world—a blend of literary ambition, friendship, and the everyday struggles of life. The opening portion sets the tone for a delightful and engaging read for those interested in the Lambs, their relationships, and their contributions to English literature. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Lamb, Charles, 1775-1834

Author: Lamb, Mary, 1764-1847

Editor: Lucas, E. V. (Edward Verrall), 1868-1938

EBook No.: 10851

Published: Jan 1, 2004

Downloads: 105

Language: English

Subject: Authors, English -- 19th century -- Correspondence

Subject: Lamb, Charles, 1775-1834

Subject: Lamb, Mary, 1764-1847 -- Correspondence

Subject: Lamb, Charles, 1775-1834 -- Correspondence

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

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