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Adventures Among Books

By Andrew Lang
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Essays, Letters & Speeches

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The essays present a veteran reader's memoirs and critical sketches, combining reminiscences of meetings with fellow writers and close readings of varied authors and genres. Among the pieces are recollections of Robert Louis Stevenson and portraits of figures such as Oliver Wendell Holmes, essays on poetry and fiction by William Morris, Mrs Radcliffe, Smollett, and Nathaniel Hawthorne, and reflections on the Confessions of Saint Augustine. Interspersed are meditations on story-telling, the supernatural in fiction, reading habits, and the consolations and pleasures of a bookish life.

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Andrew Lang

Andrew Lang was a Scottish poet, novelist, and literary critic, known for his contributions to folklore and mythology. He is perhaps best recognized for his work "A Collection of Ballads," which showcases his interest in traditional narratives. Lang was a prolific writer, producing numerous essays and books on various subjects, including history and literature. His literary style often blended humor with scholarly insight, making his works accessible to a broad audience. In addition to his original writings, he is celebrated for his role in popularizing fairy tales through his collections, which have become integral to the study of folklore.

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