Selections From Various Sources (1863)

By L.H. Sigourney

Book Overview

Selections From Various Sources (1863) is a book compiled by Lydia Howard Sigourney, an American author and poet. The book is a collection of poems, essays, and stories from various sources, including well-known writers such as William Shakespeare, John Milton, and Samuel Johnson, as well as lesser-known authors. The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a particular theme. Some of the themes covered in the book include nature, love, religion, and patriotism. The selections are arranged in a chronological order, starting from the earliest works and progressing to more recent ones. The book features a preface by Sigourney, in which she explains her reasons for compiling the book and her hope that it will be useful to readers. She also provides some commentary on the selections, offering her own insights and interpretations. Overall, Selections From Various Sources (1863) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in literature, poetry, or history. It offers a glimpse into the literary landscape of the 19th century and showcases the works of some of the most prominent writers of the time.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: 1164887378
• ISBN13: 9781164887379
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 242 Pages
• Weight: 0.72 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"