This book "" The Great Book-Collectors "" has been considered important throughout the human history. It has been out of print for decades.So that this work is never forgotten we have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and future generations. This whole book has been reformatted, retyped and designed. These books are not made of scanned copies and hence the text is clear and readable.
This book "" The Great Book-Collectors "" has been considered important throughout the human history. It has been out of print for decades.So that this work is never forgotten we have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and future generations. This whole book has been reformatted, retyped and designed. These books are not made of scanned copies and hence the text is clear and readable.Hinweis: Dieser Artikel kann nur an eine deutsche Lieferadresse ausgeliefert werden.
Charles Isaac Elton (1839-1900) was an English lawyer, politician, and antiquary, with a remarkable flair for literature. Born in Southampton, he was educated at Balliol College, Oxford, where his literary journey commenced. Elton's contribution to the literary landscape includes several works that touch upon the domains of history, literature, and law. However, he is perhaps best recognized for his insightful exploration of literary history in 'The Great Book-Collectors' (1893), a work that captures the essence of bibliophiles and narrates the stories behind eminent book collections and their acquisitors. His prose is known for its scholarly rigour and its accessible elegance, characteristics that have helped his writings to stand out in the Victorian epoch. Elton's broader literary style blends scrupulous research with a genuine enthusiasm for his subjects, which, in 'The Great Book-Collectors,' leads readers through a vivid tapestry of intellectual history, guided by the personal passions and pursuits of the featured collectors. The book remains a valuable reference for bibliophiles and historians alike. In tandem with his literary pursuits, Elton's legal expertise also led to significant contributions within the sphere of land tenure and property rights, subjects on which he authored several authoritative texts.
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