The Days Before Yesterday By: Frederick Spencer Hamilton (1856-1928)
The Days Before Yesterday by Frederick Spencer Hamilton is an enthralling autobiographical account that takes readers on a captivating journey through the author's early life. Written with a remarkable attention to detail and a sincere reflection on the past, this memoir offers a rare glimpse into a bygone era. One of the remarkable aspects of this book is Hamilton's ability to transport readers back in time. Through vivid descriptions, he takes us to a world before smartphones, technology, and modern conveniences. We witness the author's childhood days, spent exploring nature, embarking on adventurous trips, and encountering captivating characters. Hamilton's storytelling is immensely engaging, allowing readers to easily connect with his experiences. His anecdotes and recollections are filled with humor, warmth, and a genuine nostalgia that is both relatable and endearing. It feels like having a conversation with an old friend, sharing tales of triumphs, failures, and everything in between. Furthermore, Hamilton's writing style is exceptionally elegant. His prose is eloquent and evocative, painting a vivid picture of the people, places, and moments that shaped his life. Each chapter is beautifully crafted, seamlessly flowing into the next, making it difficult to put the book down. In addition to the rich narrative, The Days Before Yesterday is also a valuable historical account. Hamilton offers a firsthand perspective on significant events and societal changes of the time, giving readers an enlightening glimpse into the past. From tales of World War I to the transformative impact of the industrial revolution, this memoir serves as a window into a world long gone. However, it is worth noting that at times, the book may feel slightly meandering. The author's tendency to delve into tangents and digressions, though charming in its own right, could be overwhelming for some readers. Yet, those who appreciate a more relaxed storytelling style will find themselves immersed in the author's reminiscences. Overall, The Days Before Yesterday is a truly captivating memoir that seamlessly blends personal anecdotes with valuable historical insights. Frederick Spencer Hamilton's ability to recollect and share his life experiences in such a heartfelt and compelling manner sets this book apart. Whether you have a fondness for history, enjoy personal memoirs, or simply appreciate beautifully written literature, this book is sure to capture your attention and transport you to a time long past. First Page: THE DAYS BEFORE YESTERDAY by Lord Frederick Hamilton FOREWORD The Public has given so kindly a reception to The Varnished Pomps of Yesterday (a reception which took its author wholly by surprise), that I have extracted some further reminiscences from the lumber room of recollections. Those who expect startling revelations, or stale whiffs of forgotten scandals in these pages, will, I fear, be disappointed, for the book contains neither. It is merely a record of everyday events, covering different ground to those recounted in the former book, which may, or may not, prove of interest. I must tender my apologies for the insistent recurrence of the first person singular; in a book of this description this is difficult to avoid. CONTENTS CHAPTER I Early days The passage of many terrors Crocodiles, grizzlies and hunchbacks An adventurous journey and its reward The famous spring in South Audley Street Climbing chimney sweeps The story of Mrs. Montagu's son The sweeps' carnival Disraeli Lord John Russell A child's ideas about the Whigs The Earl of Aberdeen "Old Brown Bread" Sir Edwin Landseer, a great family friend A live lion at a tea party Landseer as an artist Some of his vagaries His frescoes at Ardverikie His latter days A devoted friend His last Academy picture CHAPTER II The "swells" of the "sixties" Old Lord Claud Hamilton My first presentation to Queen Victoria Scandalous behaviour of a brother Queen Victoria's letters Her character and strong common sense My mother's recollections of George III... Continue reading book >>

The Days Before Yesterday By: Frederick Spencer Hamilton (1856-1928)

The Days Before Yesterday by Frederick Spencer Hamilton is an enthralling autobiographical account that takes readers on a captivating journey through the author's early life. Written with a remarkable attention to detail and a sincere reflection on the past, this memoir offers a rare glimpse into a bygone era.

One of the remarkable aspects of this book is Hamilton's ability to transport readers back in time. Through vivid descriptions, he takes us to a world before smartphones, technology, and modern conveniences. We witness the author's childhood days, spent exploring nature, embarking on adventurous trips, and encountering captivating characters.

Hamilton's storytelling is immensely engaging, allowing readers to easily connect with his experiences. His anecdotes and recollections are filled with humor, warmth, and a genuine nostalgia that is both relatable and endearing. It feels like having a conversation with an old friend, sharing tales of triumphs, failures, and everything in between.

Furthermore, Hamilton's writing style is exceptionally elegant. His prose is eloquent and evocative, painting a vivid picture of the people, places, and moments that shaped his life. Each chapter is beautifully crafted, seamlessly flowing into the next, making it difficult to put the book down.

In addition to the rich narrative, The Days Before Yesterday is also a valuable historical account. Hamilton offers a firsthand perspective on significant events and societal changes of the time, giving readers an enlightening glimpse into the past. From tales of World War I to the transformative impact of the industrial revolution, this memoir serves as a window into a world long gone.

However, it is worth noting that at times, the book may feel slightly meandering. The author's tendency to delve into tangents and digressions, though charming in its own right, could be overwhelming for some readers. Yet, those who appreciate a more relaxed storytelling style will find themselves immersed in the author's reminiscences.

Overall, The Days Before Yesterday is a truly captivating memoir that seamlessly blends personal anecdotes with valuable historical insights. Frederick Spencer Hamilton's ability to recollect and share his life experiences in such a heartfelt and compelling manner sets this book apart. Whether you have a fondness for history, enjoy personal memoirs, or simply appreciate beautifully written literature, this book is sure to capture your attention and transport you to a time long past.

First Page:

THE DAYS BEFORE YESTERDAY

Lord Frederick Hamilton

FOREWORD

The Public has given so kindly a reception to The Varnished Pomps of Yesterday (a reception which took its author wholly by surprise), that I have extracted some further reminiscences from the lumber room of recollections. Those who expect startling revelations, or stale whiffs of forgotten scandals in these pages, will, I fear, be disappointed, for the book contains neither. It is merely a record of everyday events, covering different ground to those recounted in the former book, which may, or may not, prove of interest. I must tender my apologies for the insistent recurrence of the first person singular; in a book of this description this is difficult to avoid.

CONTENTS

CHAPTER I

Early days The passage of many terrors Crocodiles, grizzlies and hunchbacks An adventurous journey and its reward The famous spring in South Audley Street Climbing chimney sweeps The story of Mrs. Montagu's son The sweeps' carnival Disraeli Lord John Russell A child's ideas about the Whigs The Earl of Aberdeen "Old Brown Bread" Sir Edwin Landseer, a great family friend A live lion at a tea party Landseer as an artist Some of his vagaries His frescoes at Ardverikie His latter days A devoted friend His last Academy picture

CHAPTER II

The "swells" of the "sixties" Old Lord Claud Hamilton My first presentation to Queen Victoria Scandalous behaviour of a brother Queen Victoria's letters Her character and strong common sense My mother's recollections of George III... Continue reading book >>

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