Publisher's Synopsis
Piccadilly Bookmen: Memorials of the House of Hatchard is a historical book written by Arthur Lee Humphreys and published in 1893. The book is a tribute to the famous London bookseller, John Hatchard, and his family who owned and operated the Hatchard bookstore in Piccadilly for over two centuries. It provides a detailed account of the history of the Hatchard family and their bookstore, including their relationships with notable literary figures such as Jane Austen, Lord Byron, and Charles Dickens. The book also includes a collection of letters, documents, and illustrations that provide a glimpse into the world of book selling in 19th century London. Overall, Piccadilly Bookmen is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history of books and bookstores, as well as the cultural and literary history of London.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.
