Samuel Butler: A Memoir Part One

By Henry Festing Jones

Book Overview

""Samuel Butler: A Memoir V1"" is a biographical book written by Henry Festing Jones about the life and works of Samuel Butler, an English writer, artist and philosopher who lived in the 19th century. The book is divided into two volumes, with the first volume covering Butler's early life, education, and literary career up to the publication of his most famous work, ""Erewhon"". Jones draws on personal letters, diaries, and other primary sources to provide a detailed and intimate portrait of Butler's life, including his struggles with religion, his relationships with family and friends, and his literary influences. The book also includes a critical analysis of Butler's works, including his lesser-known writings on art and music. Overall, ""Samuel Butler: A Memoir V1"" is a comprehensive and engaging biography that offers readers a fascinating glimpse into the life of an important figure in English literature and philosophy.Two Volumes. Other volumes in this set are ISBN(s): 1417969296.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: 1417962925
• ISBN13: 9781417962921
• Release Date: December 2004
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 520 Pages
• Weight: 1.66 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"