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The British Letter Writers, A Comprehensive Collection Of The Best English Letters

The British Letter Writers, A Comprehensive Collection Of The Best English Letters

Robert Cochrane

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2010
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Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781120873071
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The British Letter Writers is a comprehensive collection of the best English letters from the fifteenth century to the present time. Written by Robert Cochrane and published in 1892, this book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of English letter writing.The book includes letters from a wide range of writers, including politicians, poets, novelists, and philosophers. Some of the most famous names featured in the collection include William Shakespeare, Samuel Johnson, Jane Austen, and Charles Dickens. Each letter is accompanied by a brief introduction that provides context and background information.The letters themselves cover a wide range of topics, from love and friendship to politics and religion. They offer a fascinating glimpse into the lives and thoughts of some of the most influential people in English history. The book also includes a comprehensive index, making it easy to find specific letters or authors.Overall, The British Letter Writers is a must-read for anyone interested in English literature, history, or culture. It provides a unique and insightful look into the art of letter writing and the lives of some of England’s most famous writers.Comprising Letters, Familiar And Domestic, Historical, Political, Literary, And Descriptive, With Prefatory Notes.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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