A Writer's Recollections — Volume 2 By: Humphry Ward (1851-1920)
In "A Writer's Recollections - Volume 2," Humphry Ward provides readers with fascinating insight into his life as a writer. Through a series of recollections, Ward takes us on a journey through his personal experiences, struggles, and triumphs in the literary world. Ward's writing is both eloquent and engaging, and he offers valuable lessons for aspiring writers. His anecdotes are both entertaining and thought-provoking, making this book a compelling read for anyone interested in the art of writing. Overall, "A Writer's Recollections - Volume 2" is a must-read for anyone looking to gain a deeper understanding of the writing process and the life of a successful author. Ward's honesty and wisdom shine through in this book, making it a valuable addition to any writer's bookshelf. First Page: A WRITER'S RECOLLECTIONS (IN TWO VOLUMES), VOLUME II BY MRS. HUMPHRY WARD Published November, 1918 [Illustration: HENRY JAMES] CONTENTS CHAPTER I. LONDON IN THE 'EIGHTIES II. LONDON FRIENDS III. THE PUBLICATION OF "ROBERT ELSMERE" IV. FIRST VISITS TO ITALY V. AMALFI AND ROME. HAMPDEN AND "MARCELLA" VI. "HELBECK OF BANNISDALE" VII. THE VILLA BARBERINI. HENRY JAMES VIII. ROMAN FRIENDS. "ELEANOR" EPILOGUE ILLUSTRATIONS HENRY JAMES ARTHUR BALFOUR GOLDWIN SMITH M. JUSSERAND CHAPTER I LONDON IN THE 'EIGHTIES The few recollections of William Forster that I have put together in the preceding volume lead naturally, perhaps, to some account of my friendship and working relations at this time with Forster's most formidable critic in the political press Mr. John Morley, now Lord Morley. It was in the late 'seventies, I think, that I first saw Mr. Morley. I sat next him at the Master's dinner table, and the impression he made upon me was immediate and lasting. I trust that a great man, to whom I owed much, will forgive me for dwelling on some of the incidents of literary comradeship which followed! My husband and I, on the way home, compared notes. We felt that we had just been in contact with a singular personal power combined with a moral atmosphere which had in it both the bracing and the charm that, physically, are the gift of the heights... Continue reading book >>

A Writer's Recollections — Volume 2 By: Humphry Ward (1851-1920)

In "A Writer's Recollections - Volume 2," Humphry Ward provides readers with fascinating insight into his life as a writer. Through a series of recollections, Ward takes us on a journey through his personal experiences, struggles, and triumphs in the literary world.

Ward's writing is both eloquent and engaging, and he offers valuable lessons for aspiring writers. His anecdotes are both entertaining and thought-provoking, making this book a compelling read for anyone interested in the art of writing.

Overall, "A Writer's Recollections - Volume 2" is a must-read for anyone looking to gain a deeper understanding of the writing process and the life of a successful author. Ward's honesty and wisdom shine through in this book, making it a valuable addition to any writer's bookshelf.

First Page:

A WRITER'S RECOLLECTIONS (IN TWO VOLUMES), VOLUME II

BY MRS. HUMPHRY WARD

Published November, 1918

[Illustration: HENRY JAMES]

CONTENTS

CHAPTER

I. LONDON IN THE 'EIGHTIES

II. LONDON FRIENDS

III. THE PUBLICATION OF "ROBERT ELSMERE"

IV. FIRST VISITS TO ITALY

V. AMALFI AND ROME. HAMPDEN AND "MARCELLA"

VI. "HELBECK OF BANNISDALE"

VII. THE VILLA BARBERINI. HENRY JAMES

VIII. ROMAN FRIENDS. "ELEANOR"

EPILOGUE

ILLUSTRATIONS

HENRY JAMES

ARTHUR BALFOUR

GOLDWIN SMITH

M. JUSSERAND

CHAPTER I

LONDON IN THE 'EIGHTIES

The few recollections of William Forster that I have put together in the preceding volume lead naturally, perhaps, to some account of my friendship and working relations at this time with Forster's most formidable critic in the political press Mr. John Morley, now Lord Morley. It was in the late 'seventies, I think, that I first saw Mr. Morley. I sat next him at the Master's dinner table, and the impression he made upon me was immediate and lasting. I trust that a great man, to whom I owed much, will forgive me for dwelling on some of the incidents of literary comradeship which followed!

My husband and I, on the way home, compared notes. We felt that we had just been in contact with a singular personal power combined with a moral atmosphere which had in it both the bracing and the charm that, physically, are the gift of the heights... Continue reading book >>

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