Literary Reminiscences and Gleanings

Literary Reminiscences and Gleanings is a book written by Richard Wright Procter and published in 1860. The book is a collection of essays, articles, and personal recollections of Procter's experiences in the literary world. Procter was a well-known writer and poet during the Victorian era, and his work was highly regarded by his contemporaries. The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Procter's literary life. The first section is dedicated to his early years as a writer, and includes essays on his early influences and the development of his style. The second section focuses on his experiences as a literary critic, and includes reviews of works by other writers, as well as discussions of literary trends and movements. The third section of the book is dedicated to Procter's personal reminiscences of his interactions with other writers and literary figures. These include anecdotes about his friendship with Charles Dickens, his conversations with William Wordsworth, and his experiences working with the publisher John Murray. The final section of the book is a collection of Procter's poetry, including some of his most famous works such as ""The Angel in the House"" and ""A Dream of Fair Women."" Throughout the book, Procter offers insights into the world of Victorian literature and provides readers with a glimpse into the life of a successful writer during this period. Overall, Literary Reminiscences and Gleanings is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Victorian literature or the life of Richard Wright Procter. The book provides a fascinating glimpse into the literary world of the time and offers readers a chance to explore the works of one of its most talented writers.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.