The Letters from Dorothy Osborne to Sir William Temple

The Letters from Dorothy Osborne to Sir William Temple is a collection of personal correspondence between Dorothy Osborne and Sir William Temple, written during the mid-17th century. Dorothy Osborne was a well-educated and intelligent woman who lived in England during a time of political upheaval and social change. Sir William Temple was an influential diplomat and politician who played a key role in the political landscape of the time. The letters in this collection provide a fascinating insight into the lives and thoughts of both Osborne and Temple, as well as the wider society in which they lived. They cover a wide range of topics, including politics, religion, literature, and personal relationships. The letters are written in a lively and engaging style, and offer a unique window into the world of 17th century England. Overall, The Letters from Dorothy Osborne to Sir William Temple is a valuable historical document that sheds light on a fascinating period in English history, as well as the lives of two remarkable individuals. It is a must-read for anyone interested in history, literature, or the lives of women in the past.1914. Dorothy Osborne’s sole literary remains consist of a slim book of 77 letters written to her husband-to-be, Sir William Temple, during their courtship, plus 9 letters written after their marriage. The letters are brilliantly written and show a flair for self-examination. They form almost a novel in themselves, and subsequent readers have found them both fascinating and stylistically charming. It has won its place among readers as a beautiful autograph portrait of a virtuous, amiable, and sensible woman, who, by the natural charm of her literary-style, is as much alive today as she was to the squires and shepherds and carriers of the English countryside which was her beloved home.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.