The World Beautiful In Books (1901)

By Lilian Whiting

Book Overview

The World Beautiful in Books is a book written by Lilian Whiting, first published in 1901. The book is a collection of essays and reflections on the beauty and wonder of the world as seen through the pages of books. Whiting explores the power of literature to transport readers to far-off lands, to open up new perspectives on life, and to inspire awe and wonder at the natural world. She also reflects on the role of books in shaping our understanding of history, culture, and society, and argues that reading can help us to become more empathetic and compassionate human beings. The World Beautiful in Books is a timeless celebration of the joy and wonder of reading, and a testament to the enduring power of literature to enrich our lives.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: 1437348343
• ISBN13: 9781437348347
• Release Date: December 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 424 Pages
• Weight: 1.24 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"