My Time, And What I've Done With It: An Autobiography (1874)

By Francis Cowley Burnand

Book Overview

My Time, And What I've Done With It: An Autobiography is a memoir written by Francis Cowley Burnand and published in 1874. The book chronicles Burnand's life from his childhood to his career as a playwright, journalist, and editor. Burnand was a prominent figure in the Victorian literary and theatrical world, and his memoir provides a fascinating glimpse into the cultural milieu of the time.The book is divided into chapters that cover different periods of Burnand's life, including his childhood, education, and early career. Burnand writes about his experiences working as a journalist and editor for various publications, including Punch magazine, and his involvement in the theater as a playwright and producer.Throughout the book, Burnand reflects on his personal and professional successes and failures, as well as the people who influenced him along the way. He also offers insights into the social and political climate of Victorian England, including discussions of the theater, journalism, and the arts.My Time, And What I've Done With It is a well-written and engaging memoir that provides readers with a unique perspective on Victorian culture and society. Burnand's wit and humor shine through in his writing, making the book both informative and entertaining.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: 116662319X
• ISBN13: 9781166623197
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 522 Pages
• Weight: 1.52 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"