British Author House Museums and Other Memorials: A Guide to Sites in England, Ireland, Scotland and WalesMcFarland, Incorporated, Publishers, 2002 - 386 pagina's 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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... Beatrix claimed the old stone house it- self for her treasures and for her own occu- pancy when she could slip away from Bolton Gardens and her parents . In 1913 Beatrix Potter married William Heelis , the solicitor in nearby Hawkshead ...
... Beatrix Potter , the gallery presents a display highlighting her life and the times in which she lived . Room number 1 provides a look at the early life of Beatrix Potter and the origin This stub illustrating The Tale of Two Bad Mice is ...
... Beatrix Potter . " The stamp book includes photographs , sketches , and a thorough overview of Beatrix Potter's life . life when she spent much time ... Beatrix herself started the manufacture and sale of the merchandise. Beatrix Potter 274.
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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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