George Borrow: The Man and His Books by Edward Thomas
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Thomas, Edward, 1878-1917
English
"George Borrow: The Man and His Books" by Edward Thomas is a biographical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the life, identity, and literary contributions of George Borrow, showcasing his compelling narratives and reflections on his self-exploration. Drawing upon Borrow's own writings, it delves into how his personality a...
by acknowledging Borrow's tendency to write about himself, presenting the challenge and impertinence of narrating his life. Edward Thomas emphasizes the significance of Borrow's self-portraits in his books, suggesting that they evoke strong impressions that resonate even decades after his death. The opening chapters discuss Borrow's autobiographical tendencies and how his works often fuse fact with fiction, as well as hint at the mystery surrounding his remarkable life experiences, such as his association with the Gypsy community, and how they are portrayed in literature. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Paul Robinson
4 months agoI stumbled upon this by accident and the pacing is just right, keeping you engaged from start to finish. I couldn't put it down until the very end.
Andrew Allen
3 months agoA fantastic discovery, the formatting of this PDF is flawless and easy to read on any device. A valuable addition to my digital library.
Sarah Williams
1 month agoA fantastic discovery, the writing style is poetic but not overly flowery. Simply brilliant.
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Jennifer Martin
5 months agoAt first glance, the translation seems very fluid and captures the original nuance perfectly. This book will stay with me for a long time.