- SKU: 9781432688400
- BARCODE: 9781432688400
- VENDOR: BooksCloud
A Magnificent Farce: And Other Diversions Of A Book-Collector - Paperback
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by A. Edward Newton (Author)
""A Magnificent Farce: And Other Diversions Of A Book-Collector"" is a collection of essays and musings by A. Edward Newton, a renowned American book collector and bibliophile. The book is a delightful exploration of Newton's passion for books, his adventures in collecting rare volumes, and his encounters with other collectors and book dealers. The essays are witty, charming, and full of humor, as Newton shares his insights on the world of books and the people who love them. The book covers a wide range of topics, from Newton's obsession with Shakespeare to his encounters with famous authors like Mark Twain and Robert Louis Stevenson. It also includes anecdotes about his travels to Europe and his experiences as a book dealer. Overall, ""A Magnificent Farce"" is a must-read for anyone who loves books and the people who collect them.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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