Publisher's Synopsis
The Life Letters and Writings of Charles Lamb V3 is a comprehensive collection of writings by the renowned English essayist, Charles Lamb. The book is the third volume of a series that presents a detailed account of Lamb's life, including his personal letters, essays, and other literary works.The book begins with a biographical introduction that provides readers with an overview of Lamb's life, including his early years, education, and career as a writer. It then goes on to present a selection of Lamb's personal letters, which offer insight into his thoughts, feelings, and relationships with friends and family.The book also includes a variety of Lamb's literary works, including essays, plays, and poems. These pieces showcase Lamb's wit, humor, and literary talent, and offer readers a glimpse into the cultural and social context of his time.Overall, The Life Letters and Writings of Charles Lamb V3 is an essential resource for anyone interested in the life and work of this influential writer. Whether you are a student, scholar, or simply a fan of Lamb's writing, this book offers a comprehensive and engaging look at one of the most important figures in English literature.1897. Volume Three of Six. English essayist and poet, Charles Lamb (pen name Elia), studied at Christ's Hospital where he formed a lifelong friendship with Samuel Taylor Coleridge. When he was twenty years old Lamb suffered a period of insanity. His sister, Mary Ann Lamb, had similar problems and in 1796 murdered her mother in a fit of madness. Mary was confined to an asylum but was eventually released into the care of her brother. Lamb became friends in London with a group of young writers who favored political reform including Percy Bysshe Shelley, William Hazlitt and Leigh Hunt. Among his most remembered works are his collection of Essays of Elia; the poem The Old Familiar Faces and the essay Dream Children. He also wrote Tales from Shakespeare in collaboration with his sister and The Adventures Of Ulysses were valuable retellings of classic works for children. Lamb's critical comments in Specimens of English Dramatic poets who lived about the time of Shakespeare are among the classics of English criticism. Contents: Miscellaneous Correspondence, Supplemental Letters, and Elia-Essays which have appeared under that signature in the London Magazine; and The Last Essays of Elia-Being a Sequel to Essays Published under that name. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.
