Letters Of George Birkbeck Hill

by Lucy Hill Crump and George Birkbeck Hill

Book Overview

The book ""Letters of George Birkbeck Hill"" is a collection of personal letters written by George Birkbeck Hill, an English scholar and literary historian, to his family and friends. The letters cover a period of over fifty years, from the late 19th century to the early 20th century, and provide a fascinating insight into the life and times of a prominent figure in Victorian and Edwardian England.The letters cover a wide range of topics, from Hill's academic pursuits and literary interests to his travels and social engagements. They also reveal his personal thoughts and feelings on a range of issues, including politics, religion, and society. Throughout the letters, Hill's wit, intelligence, and charm shine through, making for a delightful and engaging read.The book is edited by Lucy Crump, a scholar of Victorian literature, who provides helpful annotations and background information to contextualize Hill's letters. The volume is an invaluable resource for scholars and students of Victorian and Edwardian literature, as well as anyone interested in the social and cultural history of this fascinating period in English history.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: 1425495885
• ISBN13: 9781425495886
• Release Date: May 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 316 Pages
• Weight: 1.02 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"