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Horace Walpole's England: As His Letters Picture It
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Letters & EssaysGeneral World HistoryBritish History
ISBN13: 9781025723709
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 476
Weight: 1.46
Height: 0.96 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Horace Walpole's England: As His Letters Picture It offers a vivid and intimate look at 18th-century British society through the eyes of one of its most prolific and witty observers. Horace Walpole, the 4th Earl of Orford, was a man of letters, a politician, and a pioneer of the Gothic revival. This curated selection of his extensive correspondence provides a panoramic view of the Georgian era, capturing the political intrigues, social scandals, and cultural shifts that defined the period.
Through Walpole's sharp wit and keen perception, readers gain firsthand insight into the world of the British aristocracy and the intellectual currents of the Enlightenment. The work serves as both a significant historical document and a literary achievement, showcasing Walpole's talent for anecdote and his ability to document the spirit of his age. From discussions of art and architecture to reflections on the American Revolution and domestic policy, these letters map the landscape of an evolving nation. This volume remains an essential resource for those interested in the social history of England and the art of epistolary writing.
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