Lambkin's Remains by Hilaire Belloc
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"Lambkin's Remains" by Hilaire Belloc is a collection of essays, sermons, and speeches that appear to have been written in the late 19th century. The work features the posthumous writings of Josiah Abraham Lambkin, a Fellow of Burford College, and reflects on his life, thoughts, and the community of Oxford University. The collection's topics span from personal reflections to societal observations, hinting at Lambkin's character as a dedicated scholar and a deeply
reflective individual. The opening of "Lambkin's Remains" sets the stage for the life and intellectual contributions of Josiah Lambkin, introducing him as a significant, albeit underappreciated, figure in his academic context. It starts with a dedicatory ode that emphasizes the author's bond with his friends and their shared experiences in Oxford. Belloc's preface provides insight into Lambkin's modesty and the profound influence he had on those around him, highlighting anecdotes from his life as a scholar and educator. This initial portrayal establishes a warm, nostalgic tone, inviting readers to explore Lambkin's thoughts and the intricate web of friendships and societal commentary that permeate his works. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Belloc, Hilaire, 1870-1953 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 46042826 |
| Title | Lambkin's Remains |
| Original Publication | United Kingdom: J. C. R., 1900. |
| Credits | Tim Lindell, Benjamin Fluehr and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 66.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Satire, English |
| Subject | University of Oxford -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 66103 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-66103-2 |
| Release Date | Aug 21, 2021 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 407 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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