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The Letters Of Gessner And His Family (1804)

The Letters Of Gessner And His Family (1804)

Gessner, Salomon

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ISBN10: 1166176371
ISBN13: 9781166176372
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 256
Weight: 0.76
Height: 0.54 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Letters of Gessner and His Family is a collection of personal correspondence written by the Swiss painter, poet, and naturalist Salomon Gessner and his family members. The book was originally published in 1804, and it provides readers with a unique glimpse into the daily lives and thoughts of an 18th-century Swiss family.The letters cover a wide range of topics, including family news, health concerns, financial matters, and social events. They also offer insights into Gessner's artistic and literary pursuits, as well as his deep appreciation for nature and the natural world.Throughout the book, readers will encounter a cast of characters that includes Gessner's wife, Anna Maria, his children, and various other family members and friends. The letters are written in a warm and intimate style, and they provide a fascinating window into the personal relationships and social dynamics of the time.Overall, The Letters of Gessner and His Family is a valuable historical document that offers readers a rich and detailed portrait of life in 18th-century Switzerland. It will be of interest to anyone interested in history, literature, and the natural world.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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