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The Life And Letters Of Lady Dorothy Nevill

The Life And Letters Of Lady Dorothy Nevill

Ralph Nevill

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2006
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Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781428655126
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The Life and Letters of Lady Dorothy Nevill is a biographical work written by Ralph Nevill, chronicling the life of his grandmother, Lady Dorothy Nevill. Lady Dorothy Nevill was a prominent figure in the Victorian era, known for her wit, intelligence, and social connections. The book is divided into two parts: the first part is a detailed biography of Lady Dorothy’s life, from her birth in 1826 to her death in 1913. The second part of the book consists of a collection of Lady Dorothy’s letters, which provide a fascinating insight into her personality and the society in which she lived. The letters cover a wide range of topics, from her travels and social engagements to her thoughts on literature and art. Overall, The Life and Letters of Lady Dorothy Nevill is a captivating portrait of a remarkable woman and a fascinating glimpse into Victorian society.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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