British Author House Museums and Other Memorials: A Guide to Sites in England, Ireland, Scotland and WalesMcFarland, Incorporated, Publishers, 2002 - 386 strán (strany) The most celebrated authors of England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales are immortalized not only in their writing but also in the museums, libraries, and other memorials dedicated in their honor. Over 300 sites devoted to 40 authors are covered in this guide. The sites range from restored historic homes to memorial statues. Each entry describes the site and its history, placing it within the context of the author's life and career. Directions are provided to help the reader reach each site; telephone numbers, admission prices, and hours are also included for the traveler's convenience. The text is illustrated with photographs from these historic and literary homes, libraries, and other important memorial locations. Postage stamps commemorating the writers are also included. |
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... brother . He had the left front window bricked over to provide more privacy for his mother and two sisters . Jane Austen did much of her writing at this little. 12 min . walk down Winchester Rd . From Winchester Bus Station , Rt . 64 ...
... brother Edward and kept in the library of his estate in Kent . In the draw- ing room also is an illuminated showcase with memorabilia including the two topaz crosses given to Jane and Cassandra by their young sailor brother , Charles ...
... brother Alexan- der , who was living in Canada , he described his cemetery visit with another brother : Jamie and I went on Sunday to the Ec- clefechan Church - yard ( which is now all walled in , and locked till you get the key ) ...
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Preface | 3 |
Jane Austen Hampshire and Somerset England | 7 |
Sir James Barrie Kirriemuir Scotland and London England | 25 |
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