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Title: Curiosities of Literature, Vol. 2
Note: Reading ease score: 60.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary: "Curiosities of Literature, Vol. 2" by Isaac Disraeli is a collection of essays exploring various aspects of literature, culture, and historical anecdotes, likely written in the early 19th century. This volume delves into intriguing topics such as the lives of notable historical figures like Charles I and the Duke of Buckingham, as well as exploring literary themes, customs, and practices across different cultures and eras. The book appears to be a treasure trove of literary insights, perfect for those intrigued by the relationship between literature and history. The opening of the work introduces a fascinating examination of Charles I's romantic journey to Spain in hopes of marrying the Infanta. Disraeli weaves together accounts from various authors to illustrate the political complexities and superstitions surrounding this event. These first anecdotes highlight the mingling of love and statecraft, and the expectations placed on Charles as he navigates this diplomatic endeavor, revealing insights into his character and the era's intricate politics. The narrative sets the stage for a broader exploration of similar historical curiosities that populate the rest of the collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Disraeli, Isaac, 1766-1848
Editor: Disraeli, Benjamin, Earl of Beaconsfield, 1804-1881
EBook No.: 16350
Published: Jul 24, 2005
Downloads: 197
Language: English
Subject: English literature -- History and criticism
Subject: Literature -- Anecdotes
Subject: Litterateurs
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
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Title: Curiosities of Literature, Vol. 2
Note: Reading ease score: 60.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by Jonathan Ingram, Clare Coney and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at https:
//www.pgdp.net
Summary: "Curiosities of Literature, Vol. 2" by Isaac Disraeli is a collection of essays exploring various aspects of literature, culture, and historical anecdotes, likely written in the early 19th century. This volume delves into intriguing topics such as the lives of notable historical figures like Charles I and the Duke of Buckingham, as well as exploring literary themes, customs, and practices across different cultures and eras. The book appears to be a treasure trove of literary insights, perfect for those intrigued by the relationship between literature and history. The opening of the work introduces a fascinating examination of Charles I's romantic journey to Spain in hopes of marrying the Infanta. Disraeli weaves together accounts from various authors to illustrate the political complexities and superstitions surrounding this event. These first anecdotes highlight the mingling of love and statecraft, and the expectations placed on Charles as he navigates this diplomatic endeavor, revealing insights into his character and the era's intricate politics. The narrative sets the stage for a broader exploration of similar historical curiosities that populate the rest of the collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Disraeli, Isaac, 1766-1848
Editor: Disraeli, Benjamin, Earl of Beaconsfield, 1804-1881
EBook No.: 16350
Published: Jul 24, 2005
Downloads: 197
Language: English
Subject: English literature -- History and criticism
Subject: Literature -- Anecdotes
Subject: Litterateurs
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.