The Diversions Of A Bookworm (1887)

By John Rogers Rees

Book Overview

The Diversions Of A Bookworm is a collection of essays and musings by John Rogers Rees, originally published in 1887. Rees was an avid reader and book collector, and his love for literature shines through in this work. The essays cover a wide range of topics, from the joys of reading and the art of book collecting, to literary criticism and historical anecdotes. Rees shares his thoughts on various authors and works, including Shakespeare, Milton, and the Bronte sisters, and provides insights into the literary scene of his time. The book also includes a number of personal reflections on Rees' own experiences as a book lover, such as his memories of discovering new authors and the thrill of finding rare editions. Overall, The Diversions Of A Bookworm offers a charming and insightful look into the world of literature and the mind of a passionate reader.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: 1164896865
• ISBN13: 9781164896869
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 270 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"