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Memoir Of Benjamin Franklin Stevens

Memoir Of Benjamin Franklin Stevens

Fenn, George Manville

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ISBN10: 1432537849
ISBN13: 9781432537845
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: Apr 10 2007
Pages: 330
Weight: 1.07
Height: 0.74 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Memoir of Benjamin Franklin Stevens is a book written by George Manville Fenn that tells the life story of Benjamin Franklin Stevens, a prominent 19th-century bookseller and bibliophile. The book is a comprehensive account of Stevens' life, from his birth in Vermont in 1833 to his death in London in 1902. The book begins by detailing Stevens' childhood and early years, including his education and apprenticeship in the book trade. It then goes on to describe his move to London in 1856, where he established himself as a bookseller and publisher. Throughout the book, Fenn provides insight into Stevens' personal and professional life, including his relationships with other prominent figures in the book trade and his involvement in various literary societies and organizations. The Memoir of Benjamin Franklin Stevens also delves into Stevens' extensive collection of rare books and manuscripts, which he amassed over the course of his life. Fenn provides descriptions of many of these items and discusses their significance in the broader context of the history of the book. Overall, the Memoir of Benjamin Franklin Stevens is a fascinating and informative account of the life of one of the most important figures in the 19th-century book trade. It offers a unique perspective on the history of bookselling and collecting, as well as a glimpse into the life of a true bibliophile.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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