A Boswell of Baghdad; With Diversions

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Lucas, E. V. (Edward Verrall), 1868-1938.

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"A Boswell of Baghdad; With Diversions" by E. V. Lucas is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work primarily focuses on Ibn Khallikan's Biographical Dictionary, which details numerous historical figures from Baghdad's past, capturing the essence of their lives, contributions, and the rich culture of that era. The book blends anecdotal storytelling with scholarly insight, aiming to shed light on the fascinating personalities that shaped the literary and intellectual landscape of the region. The opening of the book introduces the subject of Ibn Khallikan's monumental work, highlighting its significance in documenting the lives of notable figures from Baghdad. Lucas sets the tone by discussing his engaging exploration of the Dictionary, showcasing the human aspect of historical narratives through anecdotes and poetry. He presents the intent of his extraction as one of capturing the more colorful, odd, and relatable aspects of these figures, remarking upon the juxtaposition of grand traditions with the quirks of individual character, ultimately reflecting on the nature of humanity across the ages. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Contents:

A Boswell of Baghdad

Diversions

On Bellona's hem.

Credits:

Produced by Audrey Longhurst and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net

Notes:

Reading ease score: 67.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2006-12-10