The Early Life Of Mark Rutherford

By William Hale White, Mark Rutherford, W Hale White, et al.

Book Overview

The Early Life of Mark Rutherford is a book written by the author Mark Rutherford, which chronicles his own life from childhood to young adulthood. The book is a memoir that offers a deep insight into the personal experiences and struggles of the author, who was born as William Hale White in 1831 in Bedford, England.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which explores a different period in Rutherford's life. The first chapter describes his childhood, growing up in a middle-class family with a strong religious background. Rutherford talks about his early education, his relationship with his parents, and the influence of his religious upbringing on his life.In subsequent chapters, Rutherford discusses his experiences at school and university, his struggles with mental health issues, and his eventual decision to become a writer. He also reflects on his relationships with friends and family, and the impact that they had on his life.Throughout the book, Rutherford's writing is introspective and reflective, offering a unique perspective on the life of a young man in 19th century England. The book is a fascinating exploration of the personal experiences and struggles of an individual, and offers a valuable insight into the social and cultural context of the time.Overall, The Early Life of Mark Rutherford is a compelling memoir that offers a deep and insightful look into the life of one of England's most important writers. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of English literature, or the personal experiences of individuals in the 19th century.The recollections of boyhood, so far as week-days go, are very happy. Sunday, however, was not happy. I was taken to a religious service, morning and evening, and understood nothing. The evening was particularly trying. The windows of the meeting-house streamed inside with condensed breath, and the air we took into our lungs was poisonous. Almost every Sunday some woman was carried out fainting. Do what I could it was impossible to keep awake. When I was quite little I was made to stand on the seat, a spectacle, with other children in the like case, to the whole congregation, and I often nearly fell down, overcome with drowsiness.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: 1419160494
• ISBN13: 9781419160493
• Release Date: June 2004
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.26 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 7.5" x 9.2"