Some Eighteenth Century Byways: And Other Essays (1908) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781104306472)

Some Eighteenth Century Byways: And Other Essays is a collection of essays written by John Buchan and published in 1908. The book contains a total of 12 essays, each exploring different aspects of 18th century life and culture. The essays cover a wide range of topics, including the life and works of Samuel Johnson, the history of Scottish literature, the social and political climate of the time, and the lives of lesser-known figures from the era. Buchan's writing style is engaging and informative, and he draws on a wealth of historical sources to provide a detailed and nuanced picture of life in 18th century Britain. The book is a fascinating insight into a pivotal period in British history, and will appeal to anyone with an interest in literature, history, or culture. Overall, Some Eighteenth Century Byways: And Other Essays is a must-read for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of this fascinating era.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.

Author: John Buchan
ISBN-10: 1104306476
ISBN-13: 9781104306472
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 04/13/2009
Pages: 388
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.14lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.80d