Recollections of the late William Beckford by Henry Venn Lansdown
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| Author | Lansdown, Henry Venn |
|---|---|
| Editor | Lansdown, Charlotte |
| LoC No. | 20001993 |
| Title |
Recollections of the late William Beckford
of Fonthill, Wilts and Lansdown, Bath |
| Note | Reading ease score: 68.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Transcribed from the 1893 edition by David Price |
| Summary | "Recollections of the Late William Beckford" by Henry Venn Lansdown is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book is composed of transcriptions of letters and reminiscences concerning the life of the eccentric and opulent figure William Beckford, highlighting his collection of art and architecture, particularly his grand estate at Fonthill. It offers an intimate portrayal of the man, his relationships, and the cultural context in which he lived. The opening portion of the work introduces the author's personal connection to Beckford through his father, who had a close friendship with him. It recounts Charlotte Lansdown's reflections on her father’s experiences with Beckford and provides insight into Beckford's character, including the artistic mastery of his home filled with remarkable works of art. The narrative begins with an enthralling glimpse into Beckford's lavish lifestyle, featuring intricate descriptions of his art collection and the admiration it inspires, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of Beckford’s artistic legacy and personal tales. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Authors, English -- 18th century -- Biography |
| Subject | Beckford, William, 1760-1844 |
| Subject | Beckford, William, 1760-1844 -- Homes and haunts -- England -- Wiltshire |
| Subject | Authors, English -- Homes and haunts -- England -- Wiltshire |
| Subject | Eccentrics and eccentricities -- Great Britain -- Biography |
| Subject | Art -- Collectors and collecting -- Great Britain -- Biography |
| Subject | Travelers -- Great Britain -- Biography |
| Subject | Wiltshire (England) -- Intellectual life |
| Subject | Bath (England) -- Intellectual life |
| Subject | Wiltshire (England) -- Biography |
| Subject | Bath (England) -- Biography |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 18809 |
| Release Date | Jul 12, 2006 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 150 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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