Frederick James Furnivall

Frederick James Furnivall: A Volume of Personal Record (1911) is a biographical work written by Frederick James Furnivall himself. The book is a compilation of Furnivall's personal experiences, thoughts, and reflections on his life as a scholar, linguist, and editor. It covers his early life, education, and career, including his involvement in the founding of the Early English Text Society and the Chaucer Society, as well as his work on the Oxford English Dictionary. The book also includes Furnivall's opinions on various literary and linguistic topics, such as his views on the importance of studying dialects and his criticisms of the English education system. Additionally, the book features a selection of Furnivall's personal correspondence, providing insight into his relationships with other scholars and writers of his time.Overall, Frederick James Furnivall: A Volume of Personal Record offers readers a unique perspective on the life and work of one of the most influential figures in the field of English language and literature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.