Horace Walpole

Broschiertes Buch

Letters Of Horace Walpole, Earl Of Orford V1

To Sir Horace Mann, British Envoy At The Court Of Tuscany (1833)

Herausgeber: Dover, George Agar-Ellis

Beschreibung

Letters of Horace Walpole, Earl of Orford Volume 1 is a collection of letters written by Horace Walpole to Sir Horace Mann, who served as the British envoy to the Court of Tuscany. The letters were written between 1741 and 1783 and provide a unique insight into the political and social climate of the time. Walpole, a prominent figure in 18th-century England, was a prolific writer and his letters are known for their wit, humor, and keen observations. The letters cover a wide range of topics, including politics, literature, art, and society, and provide a fascinating glimpse into the world of the aristocracy during this period. This edition of the letters was first published in 1833 and remains a valuable resource for historians and scholars interested in the history of England and Europe during the 18th century.In Two Volumes.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.

Autor

Horace Walpole was born in 1717, the youngest son of politician Robert Walpole, and became a writer, historian, and art enthusiast. After studying at Cambridge, he held parliamentary seats before retiring to focus on his writing and collections. His most famous work, The Castle of Otranto, is often credited as the first Gothic novel, a genre he helped establish.Walpole was deeply interested in antiquarianism and transformed his home, Strawberry Hill, into a Gothic-style castle. His writings ranged from history to letters, but his supernatural works are what solidified his place in literary history. His sharp wit and unique style made him a standout figure in 18th-century English society.Walpole's influence on literature lasted long after his death in 1797. His pioneering Gothic works inspired generations of writers, and his contributions to art history helped preserve valuable treasures. He is remembered as a key figure in the development of English literature's darker, imaginative traditions.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 436
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. Oktober 2008
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 23mm
• Gewicht: 628g
• ISBN-13: 9781437142440
• ISBN-10: 1437142443
• Artikelnr.: 25521136