Recollections by David Christie Murray

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Author Murray, David Christie, 1847-1907
LoC No. 09007537
Title Recollections
With Photogravure Portrait of the Author and a number of
Original Letters, of which one by George Meredith and
another by Robert Louis Stevenson are reproduced in
facsimile
Credits Produced by David Widger
Summary "Recollections" by David Christie Murray is a memoir written in the early 20th century, specifically around the year 1908. The work offers a personal and reflective account of the author's life experiences, detailing his childhood, family, and early career. It delves into themes such as memory, beauty, and the formative moments that shaped his identity, providing readers with a glimpse into the past. At the start of the memoir, David recounts his childhood in West Bromwich, reflecting on his birth on an "unlucky day" and exploring the contrasting landscapes of the industrial town and surrounding countryside. He shares vivid memories of his early sense of beauty sparked by nature, particularly through a delicate bracken frond. As he reminisces, he introduces his family dynamics and early experiences, all while hinting at his intellectual curiosities and the challenges of growing up in a less than ideal environment. The opening serves as a poignant introduction to the themes of nostalgia and self-discovery that are likely to permeate the rest of the memoir. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Novelists, English -- 19th century -- Biography
Subject Murray, David Christie, 1847-1907
Category Text
EBook-No. 22200
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Feb 24, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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