The Letters Of Horace Walpole, Earl Of Orford (1861)

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Kessinger Publishing, 2009 - Всего страниц: 568
The Letters of Horace Walpole, Earl of Orford is a collection of personal correspondence written by Horace Walpole, a prominent 18th-century British politician, author, and art historian. The letters were originally published in six volumes between 1798 and 1825, and this edition, published in 1861, compiles all of them into a single volume.The letters cover a wide range of topics, including Walpole's personal life, his political career, his literary pursuits, and his interests in art and architecture. They also offer a unique glimpse into the social and cultural life of 18th-century Britain, as Walpole corresponded with many of the leading figures of his time, including writers, artists, politicians, and members of the royal family.The letters are written in a lively and engaging style, with Walpole's wit and humor shining through in many of them. They provide a fascinating insight into the mind of one of the most influential and colorful figures of his era, and offer a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history, politics, and culture of 18th-century Britain.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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Horace Walpole was born in London on September 24, 1717 and educated at Eton College and Kings College, Cambridge. Upon his return from college, Walpole was elected to Parliament and served until 1768. He was the youngest son of British Prime Minister, Robert Walpole. He was known as The Earl of Orford. Walpole opened a private press that published his own works and that of his friends. He is well known for his Gothic romance novel, The Castle of Otranto. Horace Walpole died in London on March 2, 1797, after which his title became extinct since he never married or had children.

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