Four Generations Of A Literary Family: The Hazlitts In England, Ireland And America, Their Friends And Their Fortunes 1725-1896 V1 - William Carew Hazlitt - Bog

""Four Generations Of A Literary Family: The Hazlitts In England, Ireland And America, Their Friends And Their Fortunes 1725-1896 V1"" is a comprehensive book that delves into the lives and works of the Hazlitt family, a literary family spanning four generations. Written by William Carew Hazlitt, a member of the family himself, the book provides a detailed account of the family's history, including their origins in Ireland and their eventual migration to England and America. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the family's literary achievements, their social and political connections, and their personal lives. It explores the works of the Hazlitt family members, including William Hazlitt, a renowned essayist and critic, and his father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, who were all writers in their own right. In addition to the Hazlitt family, the book also discusses their friends and acquaintances, including other literary figures of the time such as Samuel Johnson, Charles Lamb, and Leigh Hunt. It also delves into the family's fortunes, including their financial successes and failures, and their various business ventures. Overall, ""Four Generations Of A Literary Family: The Hazlitts In England, Ireland And America, Their Friends And Their Fortunes 1725-1896 V1"" is a fascinating exploration of the Hazlitt family and their contributions to literature and society. It is a must-read for anyone interested in literary history, family genealogy, or the social and cultural landscape of 18th and 19th century England, Ireland, and America.In Two Volumes.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.