George Borrow, The Man And His Books - Thomas, Edward
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This antiquarian book contains Edward Thomas's biography of George Borrow, "George Borrow - The Man and His Books". This fascinating and uniquely insightful look into the life and work of George Borrow constitutes a must-read for those with an interest in this most esteemed author, and it is not to be missed by the discerning collector. George Henry Borrow (1803 - 1881) was an English author whose novels and travel books were chiefly concerned with his time spent travelling around Europe. During this time, he became enamoured with the Romani people of Europe, and based much of his subsequent…mehr

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This antiquarian book contains Edward Thomas's biography of George Borrow, "George Borrow - The Man and His Books". This fascinating and uniquely insightful look into the life and work of George Borrow constitutes a must-read for those with an interest in this most esteemed author, and it is not to be missed by the discerning collector. George Henry Borrow (1803 - 1881) was an English author whose novels and travel books were chiefly concerned with his time spent travelling around Europe. During this time, he became enamoured with the Romani people of Europe, and based much of his subsequent work on their customs and traditions. The chapters of this volume include: "Borrow's autobiography", "His Own Hero", "Presenting the Truth", "What s Truth", "His Predecessors", "The Biographer's Material", "Portraits of the Artist", "Childhood", "Schooldays", "Leaving School", "Literature and Languages", etcetera. This antiquarian book is being republished now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition. It comes complete with a specially commissioned new biography of the author.
Autorenporträt
Philip Edward Thomas was a British poet and prose writer known for his thoughtful and lyrical works that captured the spirit of the English landscape and the human relationship with nature. Born in London in 1878 to Mary Elizabeth Thomas and Philip Henry Thomas, he was educated at St Paul's Juniors and Lincoln College. His writings often explored themes of nature, rural life, and quiet contemplation, reflecting his deep connection to the countryside. Although widely regarded for his poetry, he also produced notable prose and critical essays. Thomas's work is frequently associated with the subtle complexities of personal reflection and the fleeting moments of everyday life. Though sometimes identified as a war poet due to his service during World War I, much of his poetry does not focus directly on the battlefield but instead on the emotional and spiritual landscapes shaped by the war. His literary legacy remains influential, with his distinctive voice offering insight into both the beauty of nature and the human condition. Thomas died in 1917 during the Battle of Arras.