Notes From a Diary, 1889-1891, Vol. 2 of 2 (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple

E. Grant Duff

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1332435866 ISBN 13 : 9781332435869

Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Notes from a Diary, 1889–1891, Vol. 2 offers a window into late Victorian life through the disciplined observations of E. Grant Duff. This volume collects daily notes, social rounds, and reflections on politics, culture, and travel, all anchored in the author’s experiences and friendships.

The book presents a vivid sequence of dinners, lectures, and conversations with journalists, politicians, and scholars. It blends personal anecdote with historical and literary references, creating a portrait of a world where empire, academia, and society intersect.

• Glimpses of London society, from club life to formal dinners with notable figures


• A mix of anecdotes, remarks, and conversations that illuminate opinions of the day


• References to geography, science, and the arts, with occasional travel notes


• Chronicles of lectures, society events, and museum visits that shape the era’s cultural map

Ideal for readers of Victorian memoirs, diplomatic history, and social journalism who want a direct, day-to-day sense of the period.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Forgotten Books
• Date d'édition: 2018
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1332435866
• ISBN 13: 9781332435869
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 279
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