Literary Celebrities of the English Lake-District by Frederick Sessions
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| Author | Sessions, Frederick |
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| Title | Literary Celebrities of the English Lake-District |
| Note | Reading ease score: 61.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Literary Celebrities of the English Lake-District" by Frederick Sessions is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the lives and works of notable literary figures associated with the enchanting Lake District in England, a region famed for its scenic landscapes and rich cultural heritage. It delves into the biographies of various authors, poets, and thinkers who have called this area home, providing insights into their contributions to literature and their personal anecdotes that shaped their works. The opening of this work establishes the author’s intent and the framework of the text. Sessions begins with a preface that clarifies the nature of the essays compiled in the book, stressing that the content is drawn from previously published materials rather than fresh research. He expresses a desire to provide a concise overview of the region's literary luminaries, featuring prominent figures such as Thomas De Quincey and Harriet Martineau. The text aims to serve as a resource for both tourists and those interested in literary history, giving readers a taste of the unique relationships between place and the creative spirits it has nurtured. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | English literature -- History and criticism |
| Subject | Authors, English -- 19th century -- Biography |
| Subject | Lake poets |
| Subject | Lake District (England) -- Biography |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 42476 |
| Release Date | Apr 7, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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