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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book analyzes the famed "Letters of Junius" to identify the true author of these anonymous and powerful political essays that rocked 18th-century England. The author argues that neither of the more than thirty people previously identified as Junius had all the required attributes, and instead uncovers a conspiracy involving three influential figures: Lord Shelburne, John Dunning, and Lieutenant-Colonel Isaac Barrà . By examining the historical and literary context, and closely scrutinizing the language, themes, and political insights of the letters, the book presents a convincing case for this triumvirate's joint authorship. Through their combined talents, knowledge, and connections, these men were uniquely positioned to produce the incisive and influential prose that has fascinated readers for centuries. Ultimately, this book enriches our understanding of one of the most enduring mysteries of English literature while shedding new light on the political and social landscape of 18th-century Britain. 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 9781331030706_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331030706
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331030706
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)