Samuel Butler: A Sketch

by Henry Festing Jones

Samuel A Sketch is a biographical work written by Henry Festing Jones. The book provides a detailed account of the life and career of Samuel Butler, an English novelist, poet, and satirist who lived during the Victorian era. Jones gives readers an in-depth look at Butler's upbringing, education, and early years as a writer, as well as his later success and influence on English literature.Throughout the book, Jones explores Butler's literary works, including his most famous novel, Erewhon, and his satirical essays on Victorian society. He also delves into Butler's personal life, including his relationships with family members and friends, and his struggles with illness and depression.Samuel A Sketch is a comprehensive and engaging biography that sheds light on the life and legacy of one of England's most influential writers. Jones' meticulous research and insightful analysis make this book a must-read for anyone interested in Victorian literature and culture.This was the second great event in his life, and henceforward Italy and Handel were always present at the bottom of his mind as a kind of double pedal to every thought, word, and deed. Almost the last thing he ever asked me to do for him, within a few days of his death, was to bring 'Solomon' that he might refresh his memory as to the harmonies of ""With thee th' unsheltered moor I'd trace.""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.

48 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1973

About the author

Henry Festing Jones was an English solicitor and writer, known as the friend and posthumous biographer of Samuel Butler.