English Eccentrics and Eccentricities by John Timbs
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| Author | Timbs, John, 1801-1875 |
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| Title | English Eccentrics and Eccentricities |
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| Summary | "English Eccentrics and Eccentricities" by John Timbs is a collection of biographical sketches written in the late 19th century. This engaging work delves into the fascinating lives of various eccentric individuals from English history, exploring their peculiarities and the fascinating anecdotes that surround them. The text aims to illustrate that behind the quirks of these characters can often lie much wisdom, goodness, and humor, challenging the societal norms of their time. The opening of the volume sets the stage for a journey through the lives of notable figures, starting with the Beckfords, both father and son, who were known for their immense wealth and extravagant lifestyles. The narrative provides intriguing insights into their eccentric behavior, such as the elder Beckford’s prompt response to a disaster and the younger Beckford’s literary ambitions, illustrating how all of this eccentricity intertwined with their personal and public personas. The author hints at the broader theme of the collection: that eccentricity, while sometimes viewed as a flaw, can embody both humor and humanity. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | AG: General Works: Dictionaries and other general reference books |
| LoC Class | CT: History: Biography |
| Subject | Eccentrics and eccentricities -- England |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 50439 |
| Release Date | Nov 12, 2015 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 143 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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