Samuel Richardson

By Sheila Kaye-Smith

Book Overview

""Samuel Richardson"" is a biography written by Sheila Kaye-Smith and first published in 1913. The book tells the life story of Samuel Richardson, an 18th-century English writer who is best known for his novels ""Pamela"" and ""Clarissa"". Kaye-Smith's biography delves into Richardson's early life, including his childhood in Derbyshire and his apprenticeship as a printer in London. The book explores Richardson's rise to fame as a successful printer and novelist, as well as his personal life, including his marriage and family. Throughout the biography, Kaye-Smith provides insights into Richardson's writing process and the reception of his novels by contemporary readers and critics. The book also includes excerpts from Richardson's letters and other writings, offering a glimpse into his thoughts and beliefs. Overall, ""Samuel Richardson"" is a comprehensive and engaging biography that sheds light on the life and work of one of the most important writers of the 18th century.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 116403734X
• ISBN13: 9781164037347
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 376 Pages
• Weight: 1.11 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"