My Father As I Recall Him (1897)
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ISBN10: 1164087487
ISBN13: 9781164087489
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 176
Weight: 0.54
Height: 0.38 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781164087489
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 176
Weight: 0.54
Height: 0.38 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
My Father As I Recall Him is a memoir written by Mamie Dickens, the youngest daughter of the famous English author, Charles Dickens. The book was first published in 1897, six years after the death of her father. In this memoir, Mamie Dickens provides a personal account of her father's life, character, and relationships. She shares her memories of growing up with Charles Dickens as a father, and the various experiences they shared together. She also reflects on her father's literary career and his impact on Victorian society.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Charles Dickens' life. Mamie Dickens writes about her father's childhood, his early career as a journalist and writer, his family life, and his relationships with other notable figures of the time. She also shares her thoughts on her father's literary works, including his novels and short stories.Throughout the book, Mamie Dickens portrays her father as a loving and devoted family man, who was also deeply committed to his work and his social causes. She provides a unique perspective on Charles Dickens' life and legacy, offering readers a glimpse into the personal life of one of the most celebrated authors in English literature.Overall, My Father As I Recall Him is a touching and insightful memoir that sheds light on the life and personality of one of the most beloved writers in history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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