Twenty Years In Paris: Being Some Recollections Of A Literary Life (1906)

By Robert Sherard

Book Overview

""Twenty Years In Paris: Being Some Recollections Of A Literary Life"" is a memoir written by Robert Harborough Sherard, originally published in 1906. The book chronicles the author's experiences living in Paris for two decades, where he became a prominent figure in the literary scene. Sherard shares anecdotes and stories about his interactions with famous writers and artists of the time, including Oscar Wilde, Paul Verlaine, and Auguste Rodin. He also provides insight into the social and cultural atmosphere of Paris during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, including the Dreyfus Affair and the rise of the French Symbolist movement.Throughout the book, Sherard reflects on his personal and professional growth as a writer and journalist, as well as his struggles with addiction and mental health issues. ""Twenty Years In Paris"" offers a unique perspective on the vibrant cultural landscape of Paris at the turn of the century, as well as an intimate look into the life of a literary figure grappling with personal demons.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: 143735808X
• ISBN13: 9781437358087
• Release Date: December 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 532 Pages
• Weight: 1.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"