Literary and Historic Fragments of Canadian Interest: Adventures in Book and Autograph Collecting (Illustrated)...

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Percy Ghent

Literary and Historic Fragments of Canadian Interest

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Adventures in Book and Autograph Collecting (Illustrated)

Percy Ghent

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English

Tradd Street Press
14 February 2026

Literature: history & criticism; History of the Americas; Antiques & collectables: books, manuscripts, ephemera & printed matter

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""Literary and Historic Fragments of Canadian Interest"" is an engaging exploration of the world of bibliophilia and the preservation of national heritage. Written by Percy Ghent, this work recounts the author's personal ""Adventures in Book and Autograph Collecting,"" providing a unique window into the literary and historical artifacts that define the Canadian experience. Through a series of insightful essays and illustrations, the book highlights the thrill of discovering rare manuscripts and the significant signatures of figures who shaped the nation.

The work serves as both a memoir of a dedicated collector and a scholarly appreciation of Canadiana. Ghent details the pursuit of elusive volumes and the historical context behind various fragments of the past, emphasizing the importance of physical documents in maintaining a connection to history. From tracing the provenance of old books to examining the ink of long-dead authors, the text captures the passion and meticulousness required in the field of collecting. This volume remains a valuable resource for those interested in the intersection of literature, history, and the art of the find, celebrating the small but vital pieces of the past that constitute Canada's cultural mosaic.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.

This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.

As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

By: Percy Ghent
Imprint: Tradd Street Press
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm, Spine: 8mm
Weight: 331g
ISBN: 9781025804057
ISBN 10: 1025804058
Pages: 108
Publication Date: 14 February 2026
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active