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Letters Of Horace Walpole To The Countess Of Ossory

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""Letters of Horace Walpole to the Countess of Ossory"" is a collection of personal letters written by the famous English writer, Horace Walpole, to his close friend and confidante, Lady Mary Coke, the Countess of Ossory. The letters span a period of over thirty years, from 1760 to 1791, and offer a unique insight into the life and times of the 18th century aristocracy. Walpole's correspondence covers a wide range of topics, including politics, literature, art, fashion, and social events, as well as more personal matters such as his health, family, and relationships. The letters are written in a lively and engaging style, full of wit, humor, and gossip, and provide a fascinating glimpse into the world of the Georgian era.Throughout the collection, Walpole reveals himself as a keen observer of society and a shrewd commentator on the events of his time. He offers candid opinions on the leading figures of the day, from politicians and artists to actors and courtesans, and provides vivid descriptions of the places he visits and the people he meets.Overall, ""Letters of Horace Walpole to the Countess of Ossory"" is a valuable historical document and an entertaining read, offering a unique perspective on one of the most colorful periods in English history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile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.

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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781162808451
  • Indbinding:
  • Paperback
  • Sideantal:
  • 694
  • Udgivet:
  • 10. September 2010
  • Størrelse:
  • 152x229x35 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 912 g.
Leveringstid: 2-3 uger
Forventet levering: 19. Juli 2024

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""Letters of Horace Walpole to the Countess of Ossory"" is a collection of personal letters written by the famous English writer, Horace Walpole, to his close friend and confidante, Lady Mary Coke, the Countess of Ossory. The letters span a period of over thirty years, from 1760 to 1791, and offer a unique insight into the life and times of the 18th century aristocracy. Walpole's correspondence covers a wide range of topics, including politics, literature, art, fashion, and social events, as well as more personal matters such as his health, family, and relationships. The letters are written in a lively and engaging style, full of wit, humor, and gossip, and provide a fascinating glimpse into the world of the Georgian era.Throughout the collection, Walpole reveals himself as a keen observer of society and a shrewd commentator on the events of his time. He offers candid opinions on the leading figures of the day, from politicians and artists to actors and courtesans, and provides vivid descriptions of the places he visits and the people he meets.Overall, ""Letters of Horace Walpole to the Countess of Ossory"" is a valuable historical document and an entertaining read, offering a unique perspective on one of the most colorful periods in English history.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.

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