George Borrow: The Man And His Books

By Edward Thomas

Book Overview

""George Borrow: The Man and His Books"" is a biographical work written by Edward Thomas about the life and literary career of George Borrow. Borrow was a 19th-century British writer, best known for his travel literature and his work in promoting the Romani language and culture. Thomas explores Borrow's life, from his childhood in East Anglia to his travels throughout Europe and beyond, and his literary achievements, including his most famous works, ""The Bible in Spain"" and ""Lavengro"". The book also delves into Borrow's personal life, including his relationships with his family and friends, his religious beliefs, and his struggles with mental illness. Thomas provides a comprehensive and insightful look into the life of this important literary figure, shedding light on his contributions to the world of literature and his impact on Romani 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: 1163794449
• ISBN13: 9781163794449
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 402 Pages
• Weight: 1.18 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"