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The English Association treats its presidents generously. It asks nothing of them during their year Of service save a presidential address. And it is the peculiar rule Of the Association that the president shall render this sole Official tribute not on assuming his Office but on quitting it. The presidential address is of the nature of a swan song it celebrates a presidential demise.
In the absence Of any earlier opportunity I now assure you, albeit with my latest presidential breath, Of the value which I set on the honour you did me a year ago by electing me your President. Thereby you constituted me a small link in a chain Of persons highly distinguished in very varied walks Of life. Lord Crewe, my pre decessor in the presidential chair, combines with strong literary predilections a long and varied experience Of political responsi bilities. My successor, Mr. Asquith, whom you have elected a few minutes ago, filled for an exceptionally long period, the highest and most responsible Of all Offices Of State. At the same time, amid all his manifold and conspicuous activities, legal as well as political, Mr. Asquith has amply testified to an inborn faith in the power of literature to comfort, to stimulate, and to guide. NO choice, if I may venture to say so, is better calculated to advance the interests of the Association, which I believe to be closely identified with those of the nation at large.
It would ill beseem me to compare myself with the last or the next occupant of this post of President, but I cannot forbear to mention one point Of difference between their connexion with this Association and my own.
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- Publication date2024
- ISBN 10 1330331079
- ISBN 13 9781330331071
- BindingPaperback
- LanguageEnglish
- Number of pages33
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the multifaceted world of biography and the perspectives that shape its telling. The author, an esteemed expert in the field, examines the evolution and forms of biography, tracing its origins from its commemorative roots to its contemporary manifestations. The book delves into the ethical, moral, and intellectual challenges inherent in biographical writing, discussing various forms of bias that can distort the perspective. It emphasizes the importance of a comprehensive and balanced approach to capture the essence of a life, arguing that true biographical understanding requires a blend of objectivity, empathy, and critical analysis. The book underscores the significance of primary sources, personal testimonies, and historical context in constructing accurate and insightful biographies. By exploring these aspects, the author illuminates the power of biography to not only preserve the memory of individuals but also to provide profound insights into human nature and the complexities of the human experience. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330331071_0
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