Homes and Haunts
Homes and Haunts

Author: Alison Booth

Publisher: Oxford University Press

Published: 2016-09-08

Total Pages: 528

ISBN-13: 0191076899

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This is the first full-length study of literary tourism in North America as well as Britain, and a unique exploration of popular response to writers, literary house museums, and the landscapes or "countries " associated with their lives and works. An interdisciplinary study ranging from 1820-1940, Homes and Haunts: Touring Writers' Shrines and Countries unites museum and tourism studies, book history, narrative theory, theories of gender, space, and things, and other approaches to depict and interpret the haunting experiences of exhibited houses and the curious history of topo-biographical writing about famous authors. In illustrated chapters that blend Victorian and recent first-person encounters that range from literary shrines and plaques to guidebooks, memoirs, portraits, and monuments, Alison Booth discusses pilgrims such as William and Mary Howitt, Anna Maria and Samuel Hall, and Elbert Hubbard, and magnetic hosts and guests as Washington Irving, Wordsworth, Martineau, Longfellow, Hawthorne, James, and Dickens. Virginia Woolf's feminist response to homes and haunts shapes a chapter on Mary Russell Mitford, Gaskell, and the Brontës, and another on the Carlyles' house and Monk's House. Booth rediscovers collections of personalities, haunted shrines, and imaginative re-enactments that have been submerged by a century of academic literary criticism.

HOMES & HAUNTS OF THE PILGRIM
HOMES & HAUNTS OF THE PILGRIM

Author: Alexander 1835-1904 Mackennal

Publisher: Wentworth Press

Published: 2016-08-26

Total Pages: 164

ISBN-13: 9781363269624

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The Romantic Story of the Mayflower Pilgrims, and Its Place in the Life of To-day
The Romantic Story of the Mayflower Pilgrims, and Its Place in the Life of To-day

Author: A. C. Addison

Publisher: Good Press

Published: 2023-09-17

Total Pages: 120

ISBN-13:

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In 'The Romantic Story of the Mayflower Pilgrims, and Its Place in the Life of To-day' by A.C. Addison, readers are taken on a captivating journey through the historical events surrounding the Mayflower Pilgrims. Addison's literary style is both informative and engaging, providing readers with a vivid portrayal of the struggles and triumphs of this iconic group. The book is rich in historical detail, offering a unique perspective on the impact of the Mayflower Pilgrims on modern society. It is a must-read for history enthusiasts and anyone interested in the roots of American culture. Throughout the book, Addison skillfully weaves together historical facts with a touch of romanticism, making it an enjoyable read for all audiences. A.C. Addison's deep knowledge of the subject matter is evident in his detailed descriptions and well-researched narrative. His passion for history shines through in every page, making this book a valuable contribution to the field of historical literature. I highly recommend 'The Romantic Story of the Mayflower Pilgrims, and Its Place in the Life of To-day' to anyone looking to delve into the fascinating story of the Mayflower Pilgrims and their enduring legacy.