Memorabilia; Or Recollections, Historical, Biographical, and Antiquarian
Enriched edition. Unveiling Historical Gems and Biographical TalesBy James Savage
Length8h 28m
About this audiobook
In "Memorabilia; Or Recollections, Historical, Biographical, and Antiquarian," James Savage presents a meticulous tapestry of historical narratives intertwined with personal anecdotes, offering readers an invaluable glimpse into a bygone era. The book is characterized by an engaging literary style that combines scholarly rigor with accessible prose, effectively placing Savage's observations within the broader context of 19th-century American historiography. Through a rich examination of local history and personal reminiscences, Savage crafts a work that serves both as a memoir and a historical document, appealing to those interested in antiquarian studies and regional history alike. James Savage (1784'Äì1873) was not only a dedicated historian but also a passionate advocate for preserving local culture and heritage. His extensive background in antiquarian pursuits and personal connections to the subjects of his studies uniquely positioned him to curate this collection. Savage's own life experiences, coupled with his scholarly interests, underscore the importance of memory in shaping historical narratives and preserving the past for future generations. For readers captivated by history, particularly those with an interest in local lore and personal narratives, "Memorabilia" is an essential addition to any bookshelf. Savage's work invites you to reflect on the interplay between memory and history, making it a compelling read for both scholars and casual enthusiasts.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.
Audiobook details
GenreHistory
Length8 hrs 28 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateAug 21, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
38HENRIETTA MARIA, QUEEN OF CHARLES THE FIRST.
2Dr. KENNICOTT.
39LAST MOMENTS OF PHILIP MELANCTHON.
3REMARKABLE HISTORICAL COINCIDENCES.
40HOUSE OF COMMONS.
4CHARLES XII. OF SWEDEN.
41MOSAIC PAINTING.
5BRITISH PEARLS.
42KING EGBERT.
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6PILLARS OF COMMEMORATION.
43THE LATIN LANGUAGE.
7MASON THE POET.
44Dr. HERSCHEL.
8BISHOPS OF SODOR AND MAN.
45PARODIES.
9THE TABLE.
46MOURNING FOR THE DEAD.
10CLOCKS.
47GARRICK.
11ALDUS MANUTIUS. [DIED 1516.]
48LEMONS.
12BOTTLES OF SKIN.
49ORIGIN OF THE POINT OF HONOUR.
13ENGLISH SLAVE TRADE.
50GEOFFREY OF MONMOUTH.
14OLIVER CROMWELL’S WIFE.
51LIFTING UP THE HAND IN SWEARING.
15SHAKESPEARE.
52VILLIERS, DUKE OF BUCKINGHAM.
16UNIVERSITY DEGREES.
53KING ARTHUR.
17GUY CARLETON, LORD DORCHESTER.
54ALCHEMY.
18FIGS.
55ACCOUNT OF SEVERAL NOBLE FAMILIES IN ENGLAND WHO OWE THEIR ELEVATION TO THE PEERAGE TO THEIR ANCESTORS HAVING BEEN ENGAGED IN TRADE.
19FRUITS, CULTIVATED AT ROME IN THE TIME OF PLINY, THAT ARE NOW GROWN IN OUR ENGLISH GARDENS.
56LAST MOMENTS OF QUEEN CAROLINE.
20PEACOCKS.
57THE BRITONS, ACCORDING TO THE GREEK AND LATIN CLASSICS.
21ANCIENT LIBRARIES.
58THE SEVEN SLEEPERS.
22KING CHARLES THE FIRST.
59JOHN RAY, THE NATURALIST.
23THE FAIR GERALDINE AND THE EARL OF SURREY.
60LONDON BANKERS, AND THEIR ORIGIN.
24JEWS IN ENGLAND.
61ELUCIDATION OF THE ORNAMENTS WITH WHICH THE GREEKS AND ROMANS ADORNED THE HUMAN HEAD ON COINS AND MEDALS.
25THE ENGLISH BIBLE.
62THE TRADESCANTS.
26LUXURY OF ANCIENT ROME.
63ORANGE TREES.
27RHYME.
64ARTICLES OF USE AND LUXURY INTRODUCED INTO EUROPE BY THE ROMANS.
28M. COQUEBERT DE MONTBRET.
65ACCOUNT OF THE ESCAPE OF THE EARL OF NITHSDALE, FROM THE TOWER, IN THE YEAR, 1716.
29Dr. THOMAS PIERCE.
66ACCOUNT OF THE FIRST RISE OF FAIRS IN ENGLAND, AND THE MANNER OF LIVING IN THE SIXTEENTH AND SEVENTEENTH CENTURIES.
30WRITING AMONG THE GREEKS.
67SIR RICHARD CLOUGH.
31ACCOUNT OF THE SCRIPTORIA, OR WRITING ROOMS IN THE MONASTERIES OF ENGLAND.
68ROYAL CLEMENCY.
32TORTURE IN ENGLAND.
69LOTTERIES.
33Dr. JOHNSON’S CONVERSATION WITH THE LATE KING.
70HERCULANEUM MANUSCRIPTS.
34Dr. BEATTIE’S CONVERSATION WITH THE LATE KING AND QUEEN.
71WOLVES IN ENGLAND.
35SACRED GARDENS.
72PROFESSOR PORSON.
36SIR THOMAS WYAT. [DIED 1541.]
73HISTORY OF SEPULCHRAL MONUMENTS.
37THE HAND A SYMBOL OF POWER.
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