9781330922521 - Life and Letters of Sir Richard Claverhouse Jebb, O M , Litt; D Classic Reprint by Caroline Jebb (3 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book tells the story of a remarkable man, a scholar, politician, and man of letters. The author, his devoted wife, offers a personal glimpse into his life, weaving together his letters, diaries, and recollections. The book charts his journey from a precocious child, gifted with a love for learning, through his brilliant undergraduate years at Cambridge to his distinguished career. The book delves into his intellectual development, exploring his passions for classical literature, his keen interest in the wider world, and his desire to make a difference in it. We see him as a young man struggling to choose a path, torn between scholarship and a desire for a more active life. The book also reveals the depth of his emotions, his capacity for both intense joy and profound sadness, and his unwavering loyalty to family and friends. This intimate portrait of a remarkable individual provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of a Victorian scholar and gentleman, revealing the complex and nuanced motivations of a man whose life was dedicated to knowledge and service. 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.