The Life and Letters of John Gibson Lockhart V2

By Andrew Lang

Book Overview

The Life and Letters of John Gibson Lockhart V2 is a book written by Andrew Lang that provides a comprehensive account of the life and works of John Gibson Lockhart. Lockhart was a Scottish writer, editor, and biographer who is best known for his biography of Sir Walter Scott. The book is divided into two volumes, with the second volume focusing on Lockhart's later life and career. The book contains a wealth of information about Lockhart's personal life, including his relationships with family members, friends, and colleagues. It also provides a detailed account of his professional achievements, including his work as an editor for various newspapers and magazines, his contributions to literary criticism, and his role in the development of the Scottish literary scene in the 19th century. In addition to providing a detailed biography of Lockhart, the book also includes a selection of his letters, which offer insights into his personality, his relationships, and his views on various topics. These letters provide a unique perspective on Lockhart's life and work, and offer readers a glimpse into the mind of one of Scotland's most influential literary figures. Overall, The Life and Letters of John Gibson Lockhart V2 is an essential read for anyone interested in Scottish literature, biography, or 19th-century cultural history. It offers a fascinating and informative account of the life and work of one of Scotland's most important literary figures, and provides valuable insights into the social and cultural context in which he lived and worked.1897. Part Two of Two. From Abbotsford and Milton Lockhart manuscripts and other original sources with fifteen illustrations. A study of Lockhart, whose ferocity as a critic earned him the nickname Scorpion. He also wrote novels and the biography of Sir Walter Scott, who was his father-in-law. From the Preface: The Life of Mr. Lockhart has been compiled under many difficulties, some of which I foresaw, while others I did not anticipate. The book grew out of the publisher's wish that I should prepare for him an edition of Mr. Lockhart's Life of Sir Walter Scott. An introductory chapter on the author of that great work seemed desirable, and the chapter swelled into a biography of Mr. Lockhart. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing. Other volumes in this set are ISBN(s): 1417903996.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: 1162723564
• ISBN13: 9781162723563
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 472 Pages
• Weight: 1.38 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"