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Memoir of the Rev. Sydney Smith: By his Daughter, Lady Holland, with a Selection from his Letters
First published in 1855 and reissued here in the second edition of that year, this two-volume work celebrates the life of the author, wit and clergyman Sydney Smith (1771–1845). A founder of the second Edinburgh Review, Smith is best remembered for his entertaining observations and witticisms. The work comprises a memoir, written by Smith's daughter Saba Holland (1802–66), and a selection of letters, edited by Sarah Austin (1793–1867). Together, the volumes offer private insights into a man who lived much of his life in the public eye. Volume 1 contains Holland's memoir, which includes biographical details as well as descriptions of her father's articles for the Edinburgh Review. Sharing her father's sense of humour, she peppers her account with many of his best jokes, while also emphasising his character as compassionate clergyman, loving father and dutiful friend.
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Memoir of the Rev. Sydney Smith: By his Daughter, Lady Holland, with a Selection from his Letters
First published in 1855 and reissued here in the second edition of that year, this two-volume work celebrates the life of the author, wit and clergyman Sydney Smith (1771–1845). A founder of the second Edinburgh Review, Smith is best remembered for his entertaining observations and witticisms. The work comprises a memoir, written by Smith's daughter Saba Holland (1802–66), and a selection of letters, edited by Sarah Austin (1793–1867). Together, the volumes offer private insights into a man who lived much of his life in the public eye. Volume 1 contains Holland's memoir, which includes biographical details as well as descriptions of her father's articles for the Edinburgh Review. Sharing her father's sense of humour, she peppers her account with many of his best jokes, while also emphasising his character as compassionate clergyman, loving father and dutiful friend.
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Memoir of the Rev. Sydney Smith: By his Daughter, Lady Holland, with a Selection from his Letters

Memoir of the Rev. Sydney Smith: By his Daughter, Lady Holland, with a Selection from his Letters

by Saba Holland
Memoir of the Rev. Sydney Smith: By his Daughter, Lady Holland, with a Selection from his Letters

Memoir of the Rev. Sydney Smith: By his Daughter, Lady Holland, with a Selection from his Letters

by Saba Holland

Overview

First published in 1855 and reissued here in the second edition of that year, this two-volume work celebrates the life of the author, wit and clergyman Sydney Smith (1771–1845). A founder of the second Edinburgh Review, Smith is best remembered for his entertaining observations and witticisms. The work comprises a memoir, written by Smith's daughter Saba Holland (1802–66), and a selection of letters, edited by Sarah Austin (1793–1867). Together, the volumes offer private insights into a man who lived much of his life in the public eye. Volume 1 contains Holland's memoir, which includes biographical details as well as descriptions of her father's articles for the Edinburgh Review. Sharing her father's sense of humour, she peppers her account with many of his best jokes, while also emphasising his character as compassionate clergyman, loving father and dutiful friend.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781108069625
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Publication date: 03/20/2014
Series: Cambridge Library Collection - Literary Studies
Pages: 458
Product dimensions: 5.51(w) x 8.50(h) x 1.02(d)

Table of Contents

Preface; 1. Birth of family; 2. Arrives at Edinburgh; 3. Extracts from lectures; 4. Quits Edinburgh for London; 5. 1806. Political changes; 6. Establishment in Yorkshire; 7. Builds house; 8. Legacy; 9. Happiness increased by his promotion; 10. Visit to Combe Florey; 11. Pamphlet on ballot; 12. Extract from Lady ––'s journal; Index.
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