Collections and Recollections by George William Erskine Russell
"Collections and Recollections" by George William Erskine Russell is a collection of personal essays and memoirs written in the late 19th century. The author reflects on his life experiences and the notable figures he encountered, providing insights into Victorian society and its values. The text seems to focus on themes of memory, social interactions, and the historical and political contexts that shaped the relationships of the era. At the start of the
work, Russell shares a heartfelt preface recounting the origins of his diary-keeping, which began in his youth, and highlights the importance of recollections in understanding one’s personal history. He introduces readers to memorable individuals from his past, painting pictures of their characteristics and his personal interactions with them. Through anecdotes, he reveals his early social circles, educational experiences, and influential figures that shaped his life, contributing to a rich tapestry of Victorian society as seen through a personal lens. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Russell, George William Erskine, 1853-1919 |
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| Title | Collections and Recollections |
| Note | Reading ease score: 65.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Contents | Links with the past -- Lord Russell -- Lord Shaftesbury -- Cardinal Manning -- Lord Houghton -- Religion and morality -- Social equalization -- Social amelioration -- The evangelical influence -- Politics -- Parliamentary oratory -- Conversation -- Clergymen -- Repartee -- Titles -- The queen's accession -- "Princedoms, virtues, powers" -- Lord Beaconsfield -- Flatterers and bores -- Advertisements -- Parodies in prose -- Parodies in verse -- Verbal infelicities -- The art of putting things -- Children -- Letter-writing -- Officialdom -- An old photograph-book. |
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Produced by Malcolm Farmer, Wilelmina Mallière and PG Distributed Proofreaders |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| Subject | England -- Social life and customs -- 19th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 11665 |
| Release Date | Mar 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 26, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 284 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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