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Borrow, George
1803
1881
Borrow, George Henry
Wise, Thomas James
1859
1937
Wise, Thomas J. (Thomas James)
Letters to his mother, Ann Borrow, and other correspondents
Transcribed from the 1913 Thomas J. Wise pamphlet by David Price. Many thanks to Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library, UK, for kindly supplying the images from which this transcription was made
"Letters to his mother, Ann Borrow, and other correspondents" by George Borrow is a collection of personal letters penned during the early to mid-19th century. This book provides insights into Borrow's life as he navigates various experiences across Europe while maintaining correspondence with his loved ones. It captures the nature of familial relationships and the sociopolitical landscape of the time, reflecting on themes of travel, cultural encounters, and personal reflections. The letters within this collection reveal Borrow as a passionate traveler, often discussing his adventures in places like Spain, Turkey, and Wales. His correspondence includes details about local cultures, his observations on society, and interactions with significant historical events of his time. Letter snippets depict his charm, humor, and occasional frustrations, particularly in relation to the challenges of his travels and the market for his literary works. Overall, these letters serve as a vivid portrait of Borrow’s character and convey the emotional connections he held with his family and correspondents amidst his literary pursuits. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 81.5 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Authors, English -- 19th century -- Correspondence
Borrow, George, 1803-1881 -- Correspondence
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Category: Biographies
Category: Essays, Letters & Speeches
Category: Travel Writing
Category: British Literature
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