Recreations Of An Anthologist (1904)

""Recreations Of An Anthologist"" is a collection of essays written by Brander Matthews and published in 1904. Matthews was an American writer and literary critic who was known for his work in the field of anthology. In this book, he shares his insights and experiences as an anthologist, discussing the process of selecting and editing literary works for anthologies.The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a different aspect of anthologizing. In the first section, Matthews discusses the importance of anthologies and their role in preserving and promoting literature. He also provides a brief history of anthologies and the evolution of the genre.The second section of the book is devoted to the process of selecting works for an anthology. Matthews explains the criteria he uses to choose pieces, including their literary merit, historical significance, and relevance to contemporary readers. He also discusses the challenges of balancing different genres and styles in an anthology.In the third section, Matthews explores the art of editing and arranging the selected works. He offers tips on how to create a cohesive and engaging anthology, including the use of introductions, annotations, and illustrations.The final section of the book is a collection of Matthews' own anthologies, including ""The Oxford Book of American Essays"" and ""The Short-Story."" He provides insights into the process of creating these anthologies and discusses some of the works that he included.Overall, ""Recreations Of An Anthologist"" is a fascinating look at the world of anthologizing and the role of anthologies in preserving and promoting literature. Matthews' insights and experiences offer valuable lessons for anyone interested in creating or studying anthologies.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.