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  • Eighteenth Century Vignettes

    Enriched edition. Glimpses of 18th Century Elegance and Intrigue

    by Austin Dobson, Camille Saunders ...
    In 'Eighteenth Century Vignettes,' Austin Dobson deftly traverses the intricacies of 18th-century British society, painting evocative sketches of its people, manners, and cultural foibles. Utilizing a rich, lyrical style, Dobson merges poetical elegance with insightful prose, creating a tapestry that captures the spirit of the age. The book's structure, comprising a series of interconnected ... Read more

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  • Horace Walpole: A memoir

    With an appendix of books printed at the Strawberry Hill Press

    by Austin Dobson ...
    In "Horace Walpole: A Memoir," Austin Dobson intricately weaves a portrait of the illustrious 18th-century writer and politician, Horace Walpole, often hailed as the father of the Gothic novel. Dobson's narrative style is both lyrical and analytical, drawing upon an array of primary sources, including letters and literary works, to illuminate Walpole's multifaceted persona. Positioned within the ... Read more

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  • A Vers de Société Anthology

    Exploring the Essence of Societal Verse Through Literary Masters

    by William Shakespeare, Gelett Burgess, Robert Herrick, James Russell Lowell, Walter Savage Landor, Austin Dobson, Frederick Locker-Lampson, Ben Jonson, James Jeffrey Roche, H. C. Bunner, Edmund Clarence Stedman, Thomas Haynes Bayly, Winthrop Mackworth Praed ...
    A Vers de Société Anthology celebrates the intricate dance of wit, satire, and elegance that defines the realm of social verse, encapsulating a rich tapestry of themes from love and friendship to societal quirks. This carefully curated collection brings together the ephemeral charm and enduring observations of its contributors, each piece an exemplar of the playful yet poignant commentary ... Read more

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  • The World's Best Poetry: Sorrow and Consolation

    Enriched edition. Journeys Through Sorrow and Solace: A Literary Exploration of Emotional Resilience and Melancholy Verse

    by Heinrich Heine, Harriet Beecher Stowe, Walt Whitman, Percy Bysshe Shelley, Andrew Lang, Samuel Taylor Coleridge, Eugene Field, John Milton, Dante Gabriel Rossetti, Alexander Pope, John Keats0, Austin Dobson1, Francis Bacon2, Lyman Abbott3, Lord Byron4, Lord Alfred Tennyson5, Arden Whitlowe9 ...
    The World's Best Poetry: Sorrow and Consolation offers readers an enlightening exploration of human emotion, spanning from the depths of despair to the heights of solace. This anthology showcases a rich tapestry of poetic styles, including romanticism, symbolism, and classical artistry, each reflecting the profound themes of sorrow and consolation. The collection's diversity is its strength, ... Read more

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  • A Century of English Essays

    Reflections in Literary Time: A Journey Through English Essayistic Brilliance

    by Thomas Carlyle, Charles Dickens, Robert Louis Stevenson, William Shakespeare, Percy Bysshe Shelley, William Wordsworth, Joseph Addison, William Caxton, Hilaire Belloc, Samuel Taylor Coleridge, Jonathan Swift, William Hazlitt, Edmund Gosse, Alice Meynell, Richard Jefferies, Augustine Birrell, William Makepeace Thackeray, Edward Thomas, Geoffrey Chaucer, Alexander Pope, Austin Dobson, Francis Bacon, W. B. Yeats, G. K. Chesterton, Richard Steele, Grace Rhys ...
    A Century of English Essays, as its title presages, captures the bustling evolution of the English essay form across several hundred years. This anthology curates an impressive array of perspectives, themes, and literary styles, encapsulating the intellectual zeitgeist of their respective eras. The collection navigates through humor, philosophy, criticism, and narrative with ease, juxtaposing ... Read more

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  • A Paladin of Philanthropy and Other Papers

    by Henry Austin Dobson ...
    In "A Paladin of Philanthropy and Other Papers," Henry Austin Dobson delves into the nuanced intersection of benevolence and societal responsibility through a series of essays and character sketches. Written in his signature lyrical prose, Dobson employs a blend of humor and poignant observation, deftly balancing optimism with pragmatic critique. Set against the backdrop of Victorian England, the ... Read more

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  • Horace Walpole

    by Austin Dobson ...
    Step into the fascinating world of literary history with Austin Dobson’s insightful biography, "Horace Walpole." Discover the life and legacy of one of the most intriguing figures of the 18th century, known for his contributions to literature, art, and his own eccentricities.As Dobson delves into Walpole’s life, we uncover the man behind the iconic Strawberry Hill, the first Gothic Revival house, ... Read more

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  • Horace Walpole

    by Austin Dobson ...
    A memoir of Horace Walpole by Austin Dobson. The present book gives interesting anacdotes about the life, works and time of Horace Walpole, who was an English art historian, man of letters, antiquarian and Whig politician. ... Read more

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  • Horace Walpole: A memoir

    With an appendix of books printed at the Strawberry Hill Press

    by Austin Dobson ...
    In "Horace Walpole: A Memoir," Austin Dobson presents a meticulously researched account of one of the 18th century's most intriguing literary figures. Blending biographical narrative with critical analysis, Dobson deftly examines Walpole's multifaceted life as a writer, politician, and art connoisseur against the backdrop of the socio-political landscape of his time. The memoir is enriched with ... Read more

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  • A Paladin of Philanthropy and Other Papers

    Reflections on Victorian Philanthropy and Moral Responsibility

    by Henry Austin Dobson ...
    In "A Paladin of Philanthropy and Other Papers," Henry Austin Dobson presents a collection of essays that deftly intertwine literary elegance with social commentary. Written in a distinctive late Victorian style, these pieces reflect Dobson's keen observations on the intersection of philanthropy and human character, revealing the complexities of altruism in an increasingly industrialized society. ... Read more

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  • Fanny Burney

    Enriched edition. Unraveling the Legacy of a Pioneering Female Novelist

    by Henry Austin Dobson, Wren Sharp ...
    In "Fanny Burney," Henry Austin Dobson offers a meticulous examination of the life and works of this pivotal figure in 18th-century literature. Written with a blend of biographical detail and literary criticism, Dobson's prose is elegantly crafted, embodying the grace and attention to style that Burney herself exemplified. The book delves into the social and cultural contexts of Burney's time, ... Read more

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  • Fanny Burney (Madame D'Arblay)

    Unveiling the Literary Legacy of a Trailblazing Female Novelist

    by Austin Dobson ...
    In "Fanny Burney (Madame D'Arblay)," Austin Dobson presents a meticulously crafted biographical study that delves into the life and works of the pioneering novelist and playwright Fanny Burney. This scholarly work explores Burney's significant contributions to literature, particularly her role in shaping the modern novel, while contextualizing her within the social and cultural currents of 18th ... Read more

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