Horace Walpole: A memoir by Austin Dobson
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| Author | Dobson, Austin, 1840-1921 |
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| Title |
Horace Walpole: A memoir With an appendix of books printed at the Strawberry Hill Press |
| Note | Reading ease score: 68.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Horace Walpole: A Memoir" by Austin Dobson is a biographical account written in the late 19th century. The memoir details the life and legacy of Horace Walpole, an influential figure in British politics and culture, notably remembered as the son of Sir Robert Walpole, Britain’s first Prime Minister. The narrative covers Walpole's formative years, education, and travels, alongside anecdotes and insights into his character and literary contributions. At the start of this memoir, we are introduced to the Walpole family lineage and the origins of Horace Walpole, who was born on September 24, 1717. The narrative describes his childhood, education, and early influences, including a noteworthy anecdote of his childhood meeting with King George I. Additionally, the opening delves into the complicated relationship between Horace and his father, expressing both admiration and the contrasting nature of their personalities. It sets the stage for the exploration of Walpole's life, highlighting the events that shaped him into the significant literary and political figure he would become. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| Subject | Authors, English -- 18th century -- Biography |
| Subject | Legislators -- Great Britain -- Biography |
| Subject | Great Britain -- Social life and customs -- 18th century |
| Subject | Art -- Collectors and collecting -- Great Britain -- Biography |
| Subject | Nobility -- Great Britain -- Biography |
| Subject | Walpole, Horace, 1717-1797 |
| Subject | Strawberry Hill Press (Twickenham, London, England) |
| Subject | Great Britain -- History -- George II, 1727-1760 -- Biography |
| Subject | Great Britain -- History -- George III, 1760-1820 -- Biography |
| Subject | Twickenham (London, England) -- Imprints |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 53649 |
| Release Date | Dec 2, 2016 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 3, 2016 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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