Walter Besant
Autobiography of Sir Walter Besant
Autobiography of Sir Walter Besant
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Sir Walter Besant's Autobiography of Sir Walter Besant (1902) is a posthumously published autobiography that combines ambition and wit to become one of Victorian England's leading intellectual figures. It is a record of a century that saw empires rise and fall, industry outpace agriculture, and the life of humanity change forever, for better or worse.
Format: Hardback
Length: 192 pages
Publication date: 15 February 2022
Publisher: West Margin Press
Walter Besant, a renowned author known for his works of fiction and extensive studies of London, also possessed a remarkable talent for autobiographical writing. His unique perspective and vivid recollections create an engaging and informative narrative. In his autobiography, published posthumously in 1902, Besant explores the concept of human choice and the potential for a future shaped by possibilities rather than predetermined fate. He assumes that individuals can be born at any age they desire, as time does not exist in the afterlife.
Born to a merchant family, Walter Besant displayed a blend of ambition and wit that propelled him to prominence among the intellectual elite of Victorian England. His autobiography not only portrays the life of a singular individual but also serves as a chronicle of a century marked by the rise and fall of empires, the transformation of industry surpassing agriculture, and profound changes in the course of human existence. Despite his success and fame in literature, Besant remained deeply committed to social causes and tirelessly championed the impoverished and marginalized communities both in London and around the world.
Presented in a beautifully designed cover and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of Walter Besant's Autobiography of Sir Walter Besant stands as a classic of English literature reimagined for contemporary readers. It offers a timeless glimpse into the life and thoughts of a remarkable individual, providing valuable insights into the past and inspiring contemplation for the future.
Dimension: 203 x 127 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781513135793
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