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The Editors Of Brick Had The Idea Of Celebrating The New Century By Asking Contributors To The Muchloved Journal For Short Essays About Their Favourite Lost Classics: Books They Treasured And Would Love To Pass On To Friends, But That Are, For All Intents And Purposes, Forgotten. The Next Issue Contained 32 Such Essays Pithy, Witty, Passionate, Surprising Which Led To The Idea Of Soliciting More, And Celebrating Again With A Book.In Lost Classics You Will Find Margaret Atwood On Sex And Death In The Scandalous Doctor Glas, First Published In Sweden In 1905; Russell Banks On The Offbeat Travelogue Too Late To Turn Back By Barbara Greene The Slightly Ditzy Cousin Of Graham; Robert Creeley, Who Admits That His Choice David Rattray'S How I Became One Of The Invisible Was Never Quite Found, Let Alone Lost; Helen Garner On The Delightfully Sinister Australian Children'S Epic, The Journey Of The Stamp Animals. You Will Also Find Derek Lundy On Two Squarerigger Sea Tales By Frank T. Bullen; Sarah Sheard'S Hilarious Ruminations On Down And Out In The Woods: An Airman'S Guide To Survival In The Bush; As Well As Wayne Johnston On Two Lost Classics Of Newfoundland; Ronald Wright On William Golding; Susan Musgrave On A.E. Housman; Jane Rule On Lucrecia P. Hale; Bill Richardson On A Children'S Book For Adults By Russell Hoban; Rudy Wiebe'S Moving Appreciation Of The Highwayman By Alfred Noyes; Harry Matthews On The Rarest Book He Ever Stole, And Much, Much More.Lost Classics Includes Approximately 80 Contributors, With Brief Biographies Of Each, Including An Introduction And Lost Classics By The Brick Editors Themselves.
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- Q: What is the main theme of Lost Classics? A: Lost Classics is a collection of essays celebrating forgotten literary works, where contributors share their favorite 'lost classics' that they believe deserve more recognition.
- Q: Who are some of the contributors featured in Lost Classics? A: Notable contributors include Margaret Atwood, Russell Banks, Robert Creeley, and Helen Garner, among approximately 80 others, each providing unique insights into their chosen works.
- Q: What type of essays can I expect in this book? A: The essays in Lost Classics are pithy, witty, passionate, and surprising, reflecting the contributors' deep appreciation for the books they discuss.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is categorized as 'Used Book in Good Condition', indicating that it has been pre-owned but is still in a satisfactory state for reading.
- Q: What are the physical specifications of Lost Classics? A: Lost Classics is a hardcover edition with 368 pages, making it a substantial read for those interested in exploring overlooked literature.
- Q: Who is the author of Lost Classics? A: The book is edited by Michael Ondaatje, a renowned author known for his literary contributions.
- Q: When was Lost Classics published? A: Lost Classics was published on November 14, 2000.
- Q: Is Lost Classics suitable for all readers? A: Yes, Lost Classics is suitable for anyone interested in literature and discovering hidden gems, though it may particularly appeal to those who enjoy essays and literary criticism.
- Q: What type of binding does Lost Classics have? A: Lost Classics has a hardcover binding, which generally offers durability and a more premium feel compared to paperback editions.
- Q: Does Lost Classics include biographies of the contributors? A: Yes, Lost Classics includes brief biographies of each contributor, providing context for their essays and insights into their literary backgrounds.