British Author House Museums and Other Memorials

British Author House Museums and Other Memorials
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Publisher : McFarland
Total Pages : 392
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ISBN-10 : 9781476600222
ISBN-13 : 1476600228
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Book Synopsis British Author House Museums and Other Memorials by : Shirley Hoover Biggers

Download or read book British Author House Museums and Other Memorials written by Shirley Hoover Biggers and published by McFarland. This book was released on 2015-09-16 with total page 392 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The most celebrated authors of England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales are immortalized not only in their writing but also in the museums, libraries, and other memorials dedicated in their honor. Over 300 sites devoted to 40 authors are covered in this guide. The sites range from restored historic homes to memorial statues. Each entry describes the site and its history, placing it within the context of the author’s life and career. Directions are provided to help the reader reach each site; telephone numbers, admission prices, and hours are also included for the traveler’s convenience. The text is illustrated with photographs from these historic and literary homes, libraries, and other important memorial locations. Postage stamps commemorating the writers are also included.


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