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Little Journeys to the Homes of the Great - Volume 05 Little Journeys to the Homes of English Authors

By Elbert Hubbard

(3.5 stars) β€’ 10 reviews

Journey back in time to discover the hidden lives and groundbreaking ideas of the English authors who shaped the landscape of literature and art.

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2004-10-08
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Summary

"Little Journeys to the Homes of the Great - Volume 05" by Elbert Hubbard is a collection of stories about famous English writers, sharing details about where they came from, what they wrote, and their ideas about the world. The stories show how these authors mattered in English writing and culture. One story talks about William Morris, who grew up in a nice home and learned useful skills. It tells about his time in school, his friendships with people like Edward Burne-Jones, and their love for art and books. The story shows how Morris went from being a poet to someone important in art, standing up for good craftsmanship against factories. This start prepares us to learn more about Morris's beliefs, connections, and lasting effect on poetry and art.

About the Author

Elbert Green Hubbard was an American writer, publisher, artist, and philosopher. Raised in Hudson, Illinois, he had early success as a traveling salesman for the Larkin Soap Company. Hubbard is known best as the founder of the Roycroft artisan community in East Aurora, New York, an influential exponent of the Arts and Crafts movement.

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