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Höhe: 280 mm
Breite: 210 mm
Dicke: 12 mm
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978-0-7661-7224-1 (9780766172241)
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Richard Garnett was a distinguished scholar, librarian, biographer, and poet, best known for his role as Keeper of Printed Books at the British Museum from 1890 to 1899. Born on February 27, 1835, in Lichfield, United Kingdom, Garnett was the son of Richard Garnett. Throughout his career, he contributed significantly to the literary and academic world, publishing works on a range of subjects, including literature, philosophy, and history. His most famous works include biographical writings and literary criticism, alongside his poetry and fiction. Garnett's tenure at the British Museum allowed him to deepen his knowledge of printed works and manuscripts, which influenced much of his later writing. He was known for his insightful and thorough research, often blending scholarly rigor with creativity in his approach to both literature and history. Garnett's legacy is marked by his intellectual achievements and his contributions to British libraries, as well as his lasting influence on the study of literature. He passed away on April 13, 1906, in London, leaving behind a significant body of work that continues to be studied today.
