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100	1		_aAnonymous
245	1	0	_aBooks and Authors : _bCurious Facts and Characteristic Sketches
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2009
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
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337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2009-11-02
508			_aProduced by Delphine Lettau and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
520			_a"Books and Authors" by Anonymous is a collection of anecdotes and character sketches related to literature, likely written in the early 19th century. The book covers a variety of fascinating topics concerning notable authors and literary history, presenting curious facts, memorable incidents, and reflections on the literary scene. At the start of this compilation, the narrative discusses the discovery of John Evelyn's manuscript diary at his family home in Wotton, Surrey, which had been overlooked for years and was uncovered during a conversation about the value of manuscripts. It weaves together tales of literary figures such as Hannah More and Dr. Samuel Johnson, alongside social commentary on the Blue-Stocking Club and the lineage of authors throughout history. It establishes an engaging tone by mixing humor, reverence, and insights into the lives and contributions of authors, creating a rich tapestry of literary appreciation. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aAuthors
653			_aLiterature -- Anecdotes
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/30396
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