Reason #1 to visit the New York Public Library: Charles Dickens‘ writing desk, chair, and lamp from his home at Gad’s Hill Place. At this desk, this author wrote Hard Times and sections of Great Expectations, and much of his correspondence, too. “As a fan of Dickens, this took my breath away,” says Prof. Martha Reineke of the University of Northern Iowa, who took the photo. There will be a few more reasons to visit NYPL in future posts.
Tags: Charles Dickens, Martha Reineke
October 24th, 2022 at 5:42 pm
Don’t miss Vladimir Nabokov’s desk, also in the Berg Collection of the New York Public Library, along with a fascinating assembly of “traveling desks,” the laptops of the 19th century, owned by notable writers. There is almost always a superb exhibit in the Berg’s large room. It is one of the greatest literary archives in the world.
October 24th, 2022 at 6:08 pm
Another reason to visit, then! Martha, I think, has more NYPL photos to share with us in the weeks to come. Thanks for checking in, Dana!
October 24th, 2022 at 8:40 pm
HOW EXCITING!!!