Curiosities Of Literature

Curiosities Of Literature

Isaac Disraeli

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Nabu Press
Año de edición:
2012
Materia
Poesía
ISBN:
9781279835357
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Delve into the fascinating world of literary history with Isaac Disraeli’s 'Curiosities of Literature.' This second volume offers a captivating collection of essays and anecdotes, exploring the hidden corners and eccentric personalities within the realm of books and authors. Disraeli’s insightful commentary and engaging style bring to life a wide array of literary topics, from rare manuscripts to the quirks of famous writers. A treasure trove for book lovers and history enthusiasts, 'Curiosities of Literature' provides a unique window into the cultural and intellectual landscape of the 18th and 19th centuries. Discover the stories behind the stories and uncover the enduring appeal of literature’s most intriguing curiosities. This edition includes a view of the life and writings of the author by his son, adding further depth to this classic work.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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