Notes From a Diary, Vol. 1 of 2: 1896 to January 23, 1901 (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

E. Grant Duff

9780656360024: Notes From a Diary, Vol. 1 of 2: 1896 to January 23, 1901 (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 065636002X ISBN 13: 9780656360024

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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A window into late 19th‑century social life and ideas

This nonfic�tion diary captures the author’s travels, conversations, and reflections from 1896 to 1901, offering vivid glimpses of literary circles, politics, and cultural moments of the era, through the author’s voice and notes.

In this edition, the author records meetings, debates, and everyday curiosities that shaped his view of the world. Expect lively anecdotes, literary references, and reflections on public figures, institutions, and international affairs of the time.

Personal vignettes from salons, clubs, and social gatherings that illuminate the era’s mood and networks.
Brief interpretations of conversations about writers, politicians, and artists, with memorable quotes and turns of phrase.
Snapshots of travel, public ceremonies, and cultural events that flavored the author’s observations.
A balance of humor, critique, and curiosity about history, religion, and national identity.

Ideal for readers who enjoy historical diaries, social history, and firsthand glimpses into the world of a well-connected observer of his time.

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