Excerpt from British Letters, Illustrative of Character and Social Life
The aim Of this work is to present certain phases of life and Character as described and exemplified by British letter-writers. While the search for materials has not been exhaust tive, it has been reasonably thorough. The number Of writers quoted is not partiarly large; and that fact is a matter of indifference; for the end in w has not been to crowd the pages with distinguished names, but to insure the essential fitness Of the selections - a fitness consisting in their special adaptation to the plan Of the series.
The peiar Charm Of letters - perhaps, also, their greatest value - is brought home to us when they are familiar, unstudied expressions Of thought and feeling; when they betray no sense Of a larger audience than the friends for whom alone they were written. The contents Of these volumes do not uniformly maintain so high an excellence, but they exhibit many striking examples Of it. Letters which are known to have been intended for publication.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book offers a captivating mosaic of self-expression, detailing the lives, reflections, and experiences of notable British figures. Authors, poets, philosophers, statesmen, and artists such as James Boswell, Samuel Johnson, Oliver Goldsmith, Walter Savage Landor, Thomas De Quincey, and John Keats are among the prominent voices featured here. Born out of the author's deep fascination with these figures, this book explores literary trends and legacies, along with the personal struggles and triumphs that shaped some of Britain's most influential minds. Through their letters, diaries, and memoirs, readers are invited into the inner sanctums of these individuals, gaining insights into their passions, aspirations, and unique perspectives on the world around them. This book is a testament to the power and beauty of written communication, showcasing the ways in which it can illuminate not only history but also the complexities of the human spirit. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9780243386628_0
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