The Emperor of America & Other Magnificent British Eccentrics by Catherine Caufi

Routledge & Kegan Paul Ltd

Product Description\nFascinating historical account of Britain's most memorable eccentrics! This captivating paperback explores the extraordinary lives of peculiar British characters throughout history, including Joshua Norton (1819-1880) who proclaimed himself 'Emperor of America'. \n\nOriginally published in 1981 by Routledge & Kegan Paul Ltd, this engaging collection features:\n\n\u2022 Over 100 delightfully witty stories of remarkable individuals\n\u2022 Profiles of William Buckland, Osborne de Vere Beauclerk, and other notable eccentrics\n\u2022 Entertaining accounts of bizarre behaviors and outrageous lifestyles\n\u2022 Historical context spanning from the 18th to 20th centuries\n\u2022 Charming illustrations and historical references\n\nThe book shows visible signs of age with some edge wear, corner bumping, and spine creasing. Pages remain clean and readable throughout. A wonderful addition for collectors of British social history or anyone fascinated by unconventional ch.