The Best Letters Of Horace Walpole (1890)

By Horace Walpole and Anna Benneson McMahan

Book Overview

The Best Letters of Horace Walpole is a collection of letters written by the famous English writer and politician, Horace Walpole. The book was first published in 1890 and includes a selection of Walpole's most interesting and entertaining letters, chosen by editor William Bray. Horace Walpole was a prolific letter writer and his correspondence provides a fascinating insight into the social and political world of 18th-century England. In this book, readers can expect to find letters that cover a wide range of topics, from politics and literature to gossip and scandal. The Best Letters of Horace Walpole includes letters addressed to a variety of people, including family members, friends, and other notable figures of the time, such as Lady Mary Wortley Montagu and David Garrick. The letters are full of wit and humour, and offer a unique perspective on the society and culture of the time. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of England or the life and works of Horace Walpole. It is also a valuable resource for scholars and researchers studying 18th-century literature and culture. Overall, The Best Letters of Horace Walpole is a delightful and entertaining read that provides a fascinating glimpse into the past.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: 1437110738
• ISBN13: 9781437110739
• Release Date: October 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 308 Pages
• Weight: 0.91 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"