De Libris: Prose and Verse

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De Libris: Prose and Verse

by Austin Dobson

EN·~3 hours

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Description

Step into a charmingly rambling world where essays, verses, and curious footnotes mingle like old friends gathered around a hearth. The author invites the listener to wander through reflections on forgotten tomes, quirky observations about literary connections, all delivered in a conversational tone that feels both intimate and informal. Interspersed with short poems and whimsical asides, the collection feels like a personal notebook opened to share its hidden delights.

Readers will encounter lively sketches of otters, children, and historic scenes, each described with affection and a dash of humor, bringing visual art to life through words. The prose weaves together anecdotes about classic works—from Bacon to Walton—revealing how books can spark unexpected chains of thought, while the verse adds a lyrical counterpoint that eases the rhythm. Altogether, this anthology offers a gentle, thought‑provoking escape for anyone who loves the quiet pleasure of leafing through a well‑loved volume.

Details

Language

en

Duration

~3 hours (220K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Charles Aldarondo, Keren Vergon, Sjaani and the Online Distributed Proofreaders

Release date

2006-02-01

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Austin Dobson

Austin Dobson

1840–1921

Best known for bringing elegant French verse forms back into English poetry, this Victorian writer also charmed readers with essays and biographies that lovingly recreated the 18th century. His work blends wit, grace, and a deep affection for literary history.

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