English Eccentrics and Their Bizarre Behaviour

Long, David

ISBN 10: 184468055X / ISBN 13: 9781844680559

Published by Remember When, 2009

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: English Eccentrics and Their Bizarre Behaviour
• Publisher: Remember When
• Publication Date: 2009
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 184468055X
• ISBN 13: 9781844680559
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Used; Very Good

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Synopsis

The English Eccentric is a captivating subject and prolific author David Long explores just why England was blessed with so many quirky people. He studies their bizarre legacy including the many strange buildings they left behind, not just follies but recreations of exotic palaces. His essays include why eccentrics still have a continuing fascination and highlights the most notable (not just the most famous) in his entertaining essays. In addition to a useful timeline which sets the scene, the book will show readers where they can see the long-lasting legacy of the eccentric for themselves from Brighton Pavilion to the follies at Stourhead and Castle Howard.

Review

'David Long brings a genuine pleasure to his subject.' -- The London Magazine

`David Long has a true talent for giving you so many facts without making it feel like you're reading an encyclopedia.' -- GoLondon.com

`David Long's a good storyteller and his conversational tone gives you the sense
that he's there with you on a virtual tour.' -- The Pass