9781332431571 - Edward Fitzgerald and Posh: Herring Merchants, Including a Number of Letters From Edward (Classic Reprint) de Blyth, James (4 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Condición: New. KlappentextrnrnExcerpt from Edward Fitzgerald and Posh: Herring Merchants, Including a Number of Letters From EdwardTherefore, my readers, if, during the perusal of these few letters, you in your errand reach the spot - whether it be at .

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book, a collection of letters written between the esteemed English poet and translator Edward FitzGerald and his humble sherman partner Joseph Fletcher, affectionately known as Posh, offers a captivating glimpse into their extraordinary partnership. The letters reveal FitzGerald's unwavering admiration and affection for Posh, a man renowned among local fishermen for his courage and skill. However, their starkly contrasting social standing and perspectives would eventually lead to misunderstandings that would threaten to tear their friendship apart. Against the backdrop of the bustling fishing community of Lowestoft in the mid-19th century, this book explores themes of class, friendship, and the complexities of human nature. FitzGerald's eloquent prose captures the camaraderie, humor, and occasional tensions shared between the unlikely pair, shedding light on the profound humanity that transcended their differences and the significance of their enduring bond. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.