Description

The Day Book of John Stuart Blackie is a collection of diary entries written by the Scottish scholar, professor, and writer John Stuart Blackie. The book covers the period from January 1, 1895, to December 31, 1895, and provides a fascinating insight into the daily life and thoughts of one of the most prominent figures of the Victorian era.Blackie was a man of many talents and interests, and his diary reflects this. He writes about his travels, his lectures, his reading, his friendships, and his family life. He also shares his opinions on a wide range of topics, from politics and religion to literature and art.Throughout the book, Blackie's personality shines through. He is witty, passionate, and opinionated, and his writing is both entertaining and informative. The Day Book of John Stuart Blackie is a must-read for anyone interested in the life and times of this remarkable man.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.