A Memoir Of Robert Surtees

By George Taylor

Book Overview

""A Memoir of Robert Surtees"" is a biographical account of the life of Robert Surtees, a prominent English novelist and sportsman in the 19th century. Written by George Taylor and originally published in 1852, the book provides a detailed overview of Surtees' upbringing, education, and career as a writer, as well as his interests in hunting, racing, and other outdoor pursuits.The memoir is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Surtees' life. The first chapter provides an overview of his family background and early years, while subsequent chapters delve into his education at Eton and Oxford, his early career as a journalist and writer, and his involvement in various sporting activities.Throughout the book, Taylor provides anecdotes and personal insights into Surtees' character and personality, painting a vivid picture of a man who was both talented and complex. He also explores Surtees' literary legacy, discussing his most famous works and their impact on the literary world.Overall, ""A Memoir of Robert Surtees"" is a fascinating look at the life of a remarkable individual, and a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of English literature and sporting culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1437146562
• ISBN13: 9781437146561
• Release Date: October 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 464 Pages
• Weight: 1.36 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"