“It always seems to me that one of the saddest things about the death of a literary man is the fact that the breaking-up of his collection of books almost invariably follows; the building up of a good library, the work of a lifetime, has been so much labour lost, so far as future generations are concerned. Talent, yes, and genius too, are displayed not only in writing books but also in buying them, and it is a pity that the ruthless hammer of the auctioneer should render so much energy and skill fruitless.”
Quote by Stuart Dodgson Collingwood
Work
The Life and Letters of Lewis Carroll (Rev. C.L. Dodgson)
This book offers an in-depth look into the life and correspondence of Charles Lutwidge Dodgson, better known as Lewis Carroll, the creator of iconic children's literature. It includes a variety of letters, personal stories, and reflections that provide insight into his personal life, literary inspirations, and the social context of his time. more