
This volume offers a lively tour through the lives of the most celebrated writers of England and America, presenting them not as distant icons but as real people with quirks, habits, and human stories. From the bustling Tabard Inn that gathered Chaucer’s pilgrims to the modest breakfasts shared by Tennyson and his new friends, each sketch blends charming anecdotes with thoughtful insight, inviting listeners to glimpse the personalities behind the poems and novels they love.
The author has gathered material from a range of periodicals and his own research, weaving together tales of literary triumphs, personal foibles, and the everyday moments that shaped great works. Illustrated throughout, the book balances lighthearted gossip with serious appreciation, making it a useful companion for students and anyone curious about the people who defined the literary world of the 19th century.
Language
en
Duration
~8 hours (516K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Barbara Tozier, Bill Tozier, Jeannie Howse and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
Release date
2008-10-13
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1865–1959
A longtime Ohio University professor and influential teacher of English, he helped shape literary study for generations of students. He is especially remembered for his work in education, criticism, and the teaching of poetry.
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