Between Whiles: Or Wayside Amusements Of A Working Life (1877)

Between Whiles: Or Wayside Amusements Of A Working Life is a book written by Benjamin Hall Kennedy and published in 1877. The book is a collection of essays that reflect on the author's experiences and observations during his working life. Kennedy was a renowned classical scholar and headmaster of the famous Shrewsbury School in England.The essays in the book cover a wide range of topics, from the author's childhood memories of playing in the countryside to his experiences as a teacher and scholar. Kennedy also reflects on his travels and encounters with notable figures of his time, such as Charles Darwin and John Ruskin.The book is written in a lively and engaging style, with Kennedy's wit and humor shining through in many of the essays. The author's love of nature and the outdoors is also evident throughout the book, as he describes his walks in the countryside and his appreciation for the beauty of the natural world.Overall, Between Whiles: Or Wayside Amusements Of A Working Life is a charming and insightful book that provides a unique glimpse into the life of a prominent scholar and educator of the 19th century.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.