Charles Knight: A Sketch (1892)

By Alice a Clowes

Book Overview

Charles Knight: A Sketch (1892) is a biographical work written by Alice A. Clowes that provides a glimpse into the life of the famous British author and publisher, Charles Knight. The book covers Knight's early life, his education, and his career as a journalist and publisher. It also delves into Knight's personal life, including his marriage, family, and friendships.Throughout the book, Clowes highlights Knight's contributions to the literary world, including his work as the editor of The Penny Magazine and The Penny Cyclopaedia. She also discusses his involvement in social and political issues of the time, such as the anti-slavery movement and the Chartists.The book is written in a straightforward style and provides an informative and engaging portrait of Knight's life and achievements. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of publishing, journalism, and social reform in nineteenth-century Britain.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: 1436802814
• ISBN13: 9781436802819
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 276 Pages
• Weight: 1.38 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 8.3" x 11.0"