Release date is 2013-04-15

From the diary of Smith minor -- From the diary of Iseult of Brittany -- From the diary of King Cophetua -- From the diary of Froissart, war correspondent -- From the diary of George Washington -- From the diary of Marcus Aurelius -- From the diary of Mrs James Lee's husband -- From the diary of Sherlock Holmes -- From the diary of the Emperor Titus -- From the diary of Harriet Shelley -- From the journal intime of the Emperor Tiberius -- From the diary of Oedipus Rex -- From the diary of William the Conqueror -- From the diary of Mary, Mrs John Milton (née Powell) -- From the diary of Mark Antony -- From the diary of Ivan the Terrible -- From the private log of Christopher Columbus -- From the diary of the man in the iron mask -- From the diary of an English governess residing in Paris during the French Revolution -- From the diary of Hamlet, Prince of Denmark, during his stay at England, whither he was sent to study at the University of Oxford, under the special care of Polonius.

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"Lost Diaries" by Maurice Baring is a collection of fictionalized diary entries that explores various historical and literary figures, crafted during the early 20th century. The work presents a unique blend of humor and historical commentary through the eyes of notable characters such as Iseult of Brittany, King Cophetua, and Sherlock Holmes. The book seems likely to captivate readers who enjoy inventive storytelling that combines elements of history, literature, and creative writing. The opening of "Lost Diaries" introduces a range of characters through their diary entries, starting with Smith Minor, a schoolboy detailing the trivialities of school life in 1884. He describes events like a total lunar eclipse, football matches, and the mischief among classmates, all portrayed in his youthful vernacular. Following this is the diary of Iseult of Brittany, who shares her feelings and experiences revolving around her impending marriage to Sir Tristram, contrasting expectations and societal norms of her time. Together, these entries showcase both the humor and pathos of ordinary and historically significant lives, setting a playful tone for the rest of the collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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