In good company : Some personal recollections of Swinburne, Lord Roberts,…
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"In Good Company: Some Personal Recollections of Swinburne, Lord Roberts, Watts-Dunton, Oscar Wilde, Edward Whymper, S. J. Stone, Stephen Phillips" by Coulson Kernahan is a collection of personal recollections written in the early 20th century. The work reflects on the author's experiences and friendships with notable literary and historical figures, including the poet Swinburne and General Lord Roberts. The text focuses on intimate anecdotes that highlight the personalities and interactions of these
influential individuals, providing insights into their lives and character. The opening of this volume introduces the author's intention to explore his cherished friendships, setting a reflective and personal tone for the narrative. The author recounts a memorable luncheon with Swinburne and Watts-Dunton, during which Swinburne displays intense emotions and passionate opinions on art and poetry, underscoring his character's complexity. Kernahan's observations of Swinburne's behavior and temperament offer readers a glimpse into the life of this renowned poet, revealing both his artistic brilliance and his unpredictable nature in social settings. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Kernahan, Coulson, 1858-1943 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 17015319 |
| Title | In good company : Some personal recollections of Swinburne, Lord Roberts, Watts-Dunton, Oscar Wilde Edward Whymper, S. J. Stone, Stephen Phillips |
| Credits |
Produced by Clarity, Charlie Howard, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 62.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | CT: History: Biography |
| Subject | Roberts, Frederick Sleigh Roberts, Earl, 1832-1914 |
| Subject | Whymper, Edward, 1840-1911 |
| Subject | Watts-Dunton, Theodore, 1832-1914 |
| Subject | Swinburne, Algernon Charles, 1837-1909 -- Friends and associates |
| Subject | Wilde, Oscar, 1854-1900 -- Friends and associates |
| Subject | Stone, S. J. (Samuel John), 1839-1900 |
| Subject | Phillips, Stephen, 1864-1915 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 51572 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-51572-4 |
| Release Date | Mar 27, 2016 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 612 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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