My Diaries: Being A Personal Narrative Of Events, 1888-1900

By Wilfrid Scawen Blunt

Book Overview

My Diaries: Being A Personal Narrative Of Events, 1888-1900 is a memoir written by Wilfrid Scawen Blunt, an English poet, writer, and political activist. The book is a collection of Blunt's personal diaries, covering the period from 1888 to 1900, and provides a fascinating insight into the life and times of a prominent figure in late Victorian and early Edwardian England. Blunt's diaries are a valuable historical document that offer a unique perspective on the political and social issues of the time, as well as on the personal life of a man who was deeply involved in the political and cultural life of his era. The book covers a wide range of topics, including Blunt's travels, his encounters with famous figures of the day, his political activities, and his personal relationships. The diaries also provide a glimpse into Blunt's inner life, revealing his thoughts and feelings about his own life and the world around him. Blunt was a complex figure, and his diaries reflect his many contradictions - he was a passionate advocate for Arab independence and a critic of British imperialism, but he was also a member of the British aristocracy and a supporter of the Conservative Party. Overall, My Diaries: Being A Personal Narrative Of Events, 1888-1900 is a fascinating and engaging read that sheds light on a pivotal period in English history and on the life of one of its most interesting and controversial figures.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: 1432648691
• ISBN13: 9781432648695
• Release Date: June 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 436 Pages
• Weight: 1.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"