My Favorite Books (1901)

By Robert Blatchford

Book Overview

My Favorite Books is a literary work by Robert Blatchford, originally published in 1901. The book is a compilation of Blatchford's personal favorite books, including both fiction and non-fiction works. It is a collection of reviews and essays on each of the books, providing insight into their themes, characters, and writing styles. Blatchford's selection of books is diverse, ranging from classic literature such as Shakespeare's plays and the works of Charles Dickens, to contemporary works like H.G. Wells' The Time Machine and Bram Stoker's Dracula. He also includes works of philosophy, science, and history, such as Darwin's Origin of Species and Gibbon's The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire. Throughout the book, Blatchford provides his personal opinions and insights on each of the books, often reflecting on how they have impacted his own life and worldview. He also includes reflections on the role of literature in society and its ability to shape our understanding of the world around us. Overall, My Favorite Books is a thoughtful and insightful collection of reviews and essays on some of the most influential works of literature in history, offering readers a unique perspective on the power of books to shape our lives and the world we live in.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: 1164890646
• ISBN13: 9781164890645
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 254 Pages
• Weight: 0.76 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"