William Beckford

"William Beckford: A Bibliography provides an annotated listing of all known publications of his work, with many contemporary reviews. His novel Vathek, has been published in some 165 editions in twenty languages since the first unauthorised edition in 1786." "The volume lists printed works relating to his life and achievements, and scholarly writing about Beckford, as well as tracing his numerous and diverse appearances in periodical literature. It contains some 6,000 references to material published before 2006, providing an essential reference source for Beckford studies in a wide variety of disciplines." "Among areas also covered are contemporary accounts and references concerning the long and troubled building of his legendary edifice Fonthill Abbey. There is also a section dealing with the creation and history of Lansdown Tower, close to his final residence in Bath. The volume includes references to the Beckford family, in particular, Alderman William Beckford, twice Lord Mayor of London, and to his circle of friends and contemporaries." --Book Jacket.