Biographical Memoirs of Eminent Novelists: And Other Distinguished Persons (1834)Kessinger Publishing, 2008 - 472 pages Biographical Memoirs of Eminent Novelists V1: And Other Distinguished Persons (1834) is a book written by the renowned Scottish author, Sir Walter Scott. This book is a collection of biographical sketches of famous novelists and other distinguished individuals who lived during the 18th and 19th centuries. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part containing biographical sketches of famous novelists such as Samuel Richardson, Henry Fielding, and Laurence Sterne. The second part of the book contains biographical sketches of other distinguished individuals such as the philosopher David Hume, the poet Robert Burns, and the statesman William Pitt. Scott's writing style in this book is engaging and informative, providing readers with a glimpse into the lives and works of some of the most influential figures of the time. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of literature, philosophy, politics, and culture during the 18th and 19th centuries. Overall, Biographical Memoirs of Eminent Novelists V1: And Other Distinguished Persons (1834) is a well-written and insightful book that offers readers a fascinating look into the lives of some of the most influential people of its time.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work. |