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Title: Books and Authors
Curious Facts and Characteristic Sketches

Note: Reading ease score: 68.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Delphine Lettau and the Online Distributed
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Summary: "Books and Authors" by Anonymous is a collection of anecdotes and character sketches related to literature, likely written in the early 19th century. The book covers a variety of fascinating topics concerning notable authors and literary history, presenting curious facts, memorable incidents, and reflections on the literary scene. At the start of this compilation, the narrative discusses the discovery of John Evelyn's manuscript diary at his family home in Wotton, Surrey, which had been overlooked for years and was uncovered during a conversation about the value of manuscripts. It weaves together tales of literary figures such as Hannah More and Dr. Samuel Johnson, alongside social commentary on the Blue-Stocking Club and the lineage of authors throughout history. It establishes an engaging tone by mixing humor, reverence, and insights into the lives and contributions of authors, creating a rich tapestry of literary appreciation. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Anonymous

EBook No.: 30396

Published: Nov 2, 2009

Downloads: 302

Language: English

Subject: Authors

Subject: Literature -- Anecdotes

LoCC: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

urn:gutenberg:30396:2 2009-11-02T00:00:00+00:00 Public domain in the USA. Anonymous en 1
2024-11-06T01:44:51Z Books and Authors

This edition has images.

Title: Books and Authors
Curious Facts and Characteristic Sketches

Note: Reading ease score: 68.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Delphine Lettau and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net

Summary: "Books and Authors" by Anonymous is a collection of anecdotes and character sketches related to literature, likely written in the early 19th century. The book covers a variety of fascinating topics concerning notable authors and literary history, presenting curious facts, memorable incidents, and reflections on the literary scene. At the start of this compilation, the narrative discusses the discovery of John Evelyn's manuscript diary at his family home in Wotton, Surrey, which had been overlooked for years and was uncovered during a conversation about the value of manuscripts. It weaves together tales of literary figures such as Hannah More and Dr. Samuel Johnson, alongside social commentary on the Blue-Stocking Club and the lineage of authors throughout history. It establishes an engaging tone by mixing humor, reverence, and insights into the lives and contributions of authors, creating a rich tapestry of literary appreciation. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Anonymous

EBook No.: 30396

Published: Nov 2, 2009

Downloads: 302

Language: English

Subject: Authors

Subject: Literature -- Anecdotes

LoCC: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

urn:gutenberg:30396:3 2009-11-02T00:00:00+00:00 Public domain in the USA. Anonymous en 1