Excursions in Victorian Bibliography by Michael Sadleir

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Author Sadleir, Michael, 1888-1957
LoC No. 22012661
Title Excursions in Victorian Bibliography
Note Reading ease score: 68.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Contents Anthony Trollope: essay and bibliography -- Frederick Marryat: essay and bibliography -- Benjamin Disraeli: essay and bibliography -- Wilkie Collins: essay and bibliography -- Charles Reade: note and bibliography -- G. J. Whyte-Melville: essay and bibliography -- Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell: bibliography -- Herman Melville: essay and bibliography -- Index of book titles.
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Summary "Excursions in Victorian Bibliography" by Michael Sadleir is a scholarly exploration into the first editions of notable Victorian authors, written in the early 20th century. The text serves as a guide for bibliophiles, discussing the intricacies of collecting books from the Victorian era, particularly focusing on the emergence of the first edition as an object of desire among collectors. At the start of the work, the author addresses readers directly, acknowledging the challenges and excitement that come with collecting Victorian literature. Sadleir reflects on his personal journey into the world of Victorian bibliophilia, expressing admiration for the authors he will detail later, including Anthony Trollope and Wilkie Collins. He establishes the purpose of his writing as a means to demystify the peculiarities of Victorian bookmaking and collecting to assist both novice and experienced bibliophiles in navigating a landscape filled with nuances of the era's literature. The opening sets the tone for a blend of personal narrative and practical guidance, drawing readers into the charm of Victorian literary culture. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class Z: Bibliography, Library science
Subject English literature -- 19th century -- Bibliography
Subject English literature -- First editions -- Bibliography
Subject Melville, Herman, 1819-1891 -- First editions -- Bibliography
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