Lady Charlotte Schreiber's Journals (1911) - Charlotte Schreiber - Bog

Lady Charlotte Schreiber's Journals, published in 1911, is a collection of the personal diaries of Lady Charlotte Schreiber, a prominent Victorian collector and patron of the arts. The journals cover a period of over 50 years, from 1853 to 1902, and provide a fascinating insight into the life and times of a wealthy, aristocratic woman during the Victorian era.The book is divided into two volumes, with the first volume covering the period from 1853 to 1871 and the second volume covering the period from 1872 to 1902. The journals are presented in their original form, with no editing or revisions, and are accompanied by a detailed introduction and commentary by the editor, Montague Guest.Throughout the journals, Lady Charlotte writes about her travels, her social engagements, and her passion for collecting art and antiques. She also provides a detailed account of her family life, including the births and deaths of her children and grandchildren, as well as her relationships with her husband and other family members.In addition to providing a fascinating glimpse into the life of a Victorian aristocrat, Lady Charlotte's journals also offer valuable insights into the art and antique collecting scene of the era. The journals include detailed descriptions of the many items in Lady Charlotte's collection, as well as her interactions with other collectors and dealers.Overall, Lady Charlotte Schreiber's Journals is a valuable historical document that offers a unique perspective on Victorian life and culture, as well as the world of art and antiques collecting during the period.This scarce antiquarian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.