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100 1 _aLansdown, Henry Venn
245 1 0 _aRecollections of the late William Beckford :
_bof Fonthill, Wilts and Lansdown, Bath
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2006
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2006-07-12
508 _aTranscribed from the 1893 edition by David Price
520 _a"Recollections of the Late William Beckford" by Henry Venn Lansdown is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book is composed of transcriptions of letters and reminiscences concerning the life of the eccentric and opulent figure William Beckford, highlighting his collection of art and architecture, particularly his grand estate at Fonthill. It offers an intimate portrayal of the man, his relationships, and the cultural context in which he lived. The opening portion of the work introduces the author's personal connection to Beckford through his father, who had a close friendship with him. It recounts Charlotte Lansdown's reflections on her father’s experiences with Beckford and provides insight into Beckford's character, including the artistic mastery of his home filled with remarkable works of art. The narrative begins with an enthralling glimpse into Beckford's lavish lifestyle, featuring intricate descriptions of his art collection and the admiration it inspires, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of Beckford’s artistic legacy and personal tales. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aAuthors, English -- 18th century -- Biography
653 _aBeckford, William, 1760-1844
653 _aBeckford, William, 1760-1844 -- Homes and haunts -- England -- Wiltshire
653 _aAuthors, English -- Homes and haunts -- England -- Wiltshire
653 _aEccentrics and eccentricities -- Great Britain -- Biography
653 _aArt -- Collectors and collecting -- Great Britain -- Biography
653 _aTravelers -- Great Britain -- Biography
653 _aWiltshire (England) -- Intellectual life
653 _aBath (England) -- Intellectual life
653 _aWiltshire (England) -- Biography
653 _aBath (England) -- Biography
700 1 _aLansdown, Charlotte
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/18809
999 _c60195
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