The Life and Letters of John Gibson Lockhart Part Two

The Life and Letters of John Gibson Lockhart V2 is a biographical book written by Andrew Lang. The book is a detailed account of the life of John Gibson Lockhart, a Scottish writer and editor, who is best known for his work as the biographer of Sir Walter Scott. The book is divided into two volumes, and the second volume covers the period from 1837 to 1854. The book provides a comprehensive overview of Lockhart's life, including his childhood, education, and early career as a lawyer. It also explores his literary pursuits, including his work as a novelist and his role as an editor of various literary journals. The book delves into Lockhart's personal life, including his marriage to the daughter of Sir Walter Scott and his relationship with his father-in-law. In addition to the biographical information, the book also includes a collection of Lockhart's letters, which provide insight into his thoughts and feelings about various topics. The letters cover a wide range of subjects, including literature, politics, and personal relationships. Overall, The Life and Letters of John Gibson Lockhart V2 is a fascinating look at the life of a prominent Scottish writer and editor, and it provides valuable insights into the literary and cultural landscape of the 19th century.1897. Part Two of Two. From Abbotsford and Milton Lockhart manuscripts and other original sources with fifteen illustrations. A study of Lockhart, whose ferocity as a critic earned him the nickname Scorpion. He also wrote novels and the biography of Sir Walter Scott, who was his father-in-law. From the Preface: The Life of Mr. Lockhart has been compiled under many difficulties, some of which I foresaw, while others I did not anticipate. The book grew out of the publisher's wish that I should prepare for him an edition of Mr. Lockhart's Life of Sir Walter Scott. An introductory chapter on the author of that great work seemed desirable, and the chapter swelled into a biography of Mr. Lockhart. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing. Other volumes in this set are ISBN(s): 1417903996.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.