The Letters To Gilbert White Of Selborne From His Intimate Friend And Contemporary John Mulso (1907)

By John Mulso

Book Overview

The Letters to Gilbert White of Selborne from His Intimate Friend and Contemporary John Mulso is a book published in 1907. The book consists of a collection of letters written by John Mulso to his close friend, Gilbert White, who was a renowned naturalist and author of the book The Natural History of Selborne. The letters were written during the late 18th century and provide a unique insight into the lives and thoughts of two prominent figures of the time.The letters cover a wide range of topics, including natural history, literature, politics, and religion. Mulso and White were both deeply interested in the natural world, and many of the letters discuss their observations of birds, animals, and plants in the countryside around Selborne. Mulso also shares his thoughts on various books and authors, including Shakespeare, Milton, and Johnson, and discusses his views on the political and social issues of the day.The book provides a fascinating glimpse into the intellectual and social world of late 18th century England, and the friendship between Mulso and White is a testament to the power of intellectual curiosity and shared interests. The letters are beautifully written and offer a vivid portrait of two men who were passionate about the natural world and the pursuit of knowledge. Overall, The Letters to Gilbert White of Selborne from His Intimate Friend and Contemporary John Mulso is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of science, literature, or the social and intellectual history of England in the late 18th century.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: 1120766001
• ISBN13: 9781120766007
• Release Date: December 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 382 Pages
• Weight: 1.12 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"