This collection of letters by Horace Walpole, one of the great English writers of the 18th century, offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of Georgian England. Written over a period of more than 50 years, these letters are full of wit, gossip, and insight into the politics, culture, and social life of the time. The editor of this volume has provided extensive notes and commentary to help readers understand the context and significance of Walpole’s writing.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the 'public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.