Confessions of a Book-Lover

Name: Confessions of a Book-Lover
Author: Maurice Francis Egan

By Maurice Francis Egan

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A collection of autobiographical essays in which the author recalls childhood reading and traces how early encounters with scripture, poetry, essayists, and novelists shaped literary taste. He describes particular pleasures and frustrations with versions of the Bible, the thrill of discovery in poets and foreign writers, and the gradual development of critical preferences. Later essays consider letters, biographies, memoirs, and miscellaneous books, offering anecdotal criticism, personal recollections of authors and works, and reflections on how lifelong reading forms temperament and judgment.

About the Author

Maurice Francis Egan

Maurice Francis Egan was an American author and educator known for his contributions to literature in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. His works often reflect his interests in culture, society, and the human experience. Among his notable titles are "A Gentleman," which explores themes of character and morality, and "Confessions of a Book-Lover," a personal reflection on the joys and challenges of reading. Egan also wrote "Ten Years Near the German Frontier: A Retrospect and a Warning," which provides insights into his experiences and observations during a significant period in European history. His writings continue to offer valuable perspectives on the literary and cultural landscape of his time.