Four Centuries Of English Letters: Selections From The Correspondence Of One Hundred And Fifty Writers From The Period Of The Paston Letters To The Present Day

By W. Baptiste Scoones

""Four Centuries of English Letters"" is a comprehensive collection of letters from 150 prominent English writers, spanning from the time of the Paston Letters in the 15th century to the present day. Edited by W. Baptiste Scoones, the book provides a fascinating insight into the lives and thoughts of some of the most influential figures in English literature, politics, and society. The book includes letters from famous writers such as Jane Austen, Charles Dickens, and Virginia Woolf, as well as letters from politicians, scientists, and other notable figures. The letters are arranged chronologically and cover a wide range of topics, from personal relationships and family matters to politics and social issues. This book is an excellent resource for anyone interested in English literature, history, or culture, providing a unique perspective on the lives and times of some of England's most celebrated figures.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 143049610X
• ISBN13: 9781430496106
• Release Date: January 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 612 Pages
• Weight: 1.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"