The Gentleman'S Magazine Library: Being A Classified Collection Of The Chief Contents Of The Gentleman'S Magazine From 1731 To 1868 - Softcover

Softcover

ISBN 10: 9354414974 ISBN 13: 9789354414978

Verlag: Alpha Editions, 2020

Inhaltsangabe

Step into the vibrant heart of Georgian and Victorian Britain through the pages of The Gentleman'S Magazine Library, George Laurence Gomme's masterful classified collection of the magazine's most fascinating contents from 1731 to 1868. Here, the pulse of centuries past comes alive - a world of antiquarian notes and queries, vivid periodical excerpts, and essays on British social history, all curated from the legendary Gentleman's Magazine archive. Curiosity thrives here. Every page connects you to the voices, debates, and discoveries that shaped an era. This historical magazine anthology is more than a mere reference; it is a living tapestry of primary sources for historians and an essential trove for anyone drawn to genealogy and local history. Within its pages, you'll find rare biographies and obituaries, insightful glimpses into eighteenth century periodicals, and the everyday stories that illuminate both the grand and the ordinary lives of Georgian Britain and Victorian England. Gomme's careful arrangement transforms the original periodical's treasures into an accessible periodical excerpts anthology, offering a window into the customs, curiosities, and chronicles of the past. Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today - a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike. Whether you are a casual enthusiast of British social history, a devoted student of genealogy, or a collector seeking a classified reference collection that bridges centuries, The Gentleman'S Magazine Library stands as a cultural treasure, ready to enrich your shelves and your understanding of Britain's remarkable past.

Details zur Ausgabe

• Verlag: Alpha Editions
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2020
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN 10: 9354414974
• ISBN 13: 9789354414978
• Einband: Taschenbuch
• Anzahl der Seiten: 398
• Herausgeber: Laurence Gomme George
• Kontakt zum Hersteller: EDITIONS GALLIMARD; ufficio.anagrafiche@meli.it; ; Via Verdi, 8.; Assago Milano; 20090; Italien