Publisher's Synopsis
""Books and the Quiet Life: Being Some Pages from the Private Papers of Henry Ryecroft"" is a 1922 book written by Henry Ryecroft. The book is a collection of personal essays written by Ryecroft, a fictional character who is a retired writer and book lover. In these essays, Ryecroft reflects on the joys of a simple, quiet life and the role that books have played in his own life. He muses on the power of literature to provide solace and comfort, and he shares his thoughts on some of his favorite books and authors. Throughout the book, Ryecroft's love of reading and his appreciation for the quiet pleasures of life shine through, making this a charming and insightful read for anyone who loves books and the simple pleasures of a quiet existence.""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.
