Augustine Birrell

Broschiertes Buch

IN THE NAME OF THE BODLEIAN AND OTHER ESSAYS

Beschreibung

"In the Name of the Bodleian" with the aid of Augustine Birrell is a charming series of literary criticism and essays, where the writer meticulously compiles a diverse array of his profound thoughts into a single, reachable quantity. With a dedication to creating these reflections available to readers of all ages, Birrell guarantees the affordability of this compilation, inviting all of us to delve into the arena of literary exploration. The memories inside this anthology range in tone, starting from interesting and wonderful narratives to subtly immersive tales that lightly draw readers into their depths. Deemed as essays, the collection showcases Birrell's highbrow prowess, presenting readers a huge spectrum of thoughts comprehended into a coherent draft. With a cutting-edge contact, this version functions an attention grabbing new cowl and a professionally typeset manuscript, providing "In the Name of the Bodleian" as a contemporary and readable exploration of literature and complaint. The book turns into a bridge between generations, catering to a various audience and declaring the undying enchantment of literary analysis. In Birrell's compilation, the Bodleian turns into greater than a library; it transforms right into a metaphorical doorway inviting readers into a world of ideas, mirrored image, and the joy of literary discovery.

Autor

Augustine Birrell KC was a British Liberal Party politician who was born on January 19, 1850, and died on November 20, 1933. From 1907 to 1916, he was Chief Secretary for Ireland. In this job, he was praised for letting tenant farmers own their land and for giving Catholics more time to go to college. But he quit because people said he didn't do enough to stop the rebels before the Easter Rising. He was a lawyer by trade, and he was also an author, especially of funny writings. Birrell was born in Wavertree, Liverpool. His father was a Scottish Baptist preacher named The Rev. Charles Mitchell Birrell (1811-1880), and his mother was the daughter of the Rev. Henry Grey of Edinburgh and named Harriet Jane Grey (1811-1863). He went to school at Amersham Hall and then at Trinity Hall, Cambridge. In 1879, he was made an Honorary Fellow there. He became a member of the Sylvan Debating Club in 1872. He first worked in a Liverpool law firm, but in 1875 he was called to the Bar. In 1903 he became a Bencher of the Inner Temple and in 1893 he became a KC. During the years 1896-1899, he taught comparative law at University College Barcelona. A person named Birrell was Lord Rector of Glasgow University in 1911.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Double 9 Books
• Seitenzahl: 142
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. Januar 2024
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 8mm
• Gewicht: 189g
• ISBN-13: 9789360463243
• ISBN-10: 9360463248
• Artikelnr.: 69881330