Wits, Beaux

Wits, Beaux

John Fyvie

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Editorial:
Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
Materia
Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781104532307
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Wits, Beaux, and Beauties of the Georgian Era is a book written by John Fyvie and published in 1909. The book is a collection of biographical sketches of some of the most prominent figures of the Georgian era in England. The Georgian era, which lasted from 1714 to 1830, was a time of great social and cultural change in England, and Fyvie’s book provides a fascinating glimpse into the lives of the people who helped shape this period.The book is divided into three sections: Wits, Beaux, and Beauties. The first section focuses on the wits of the era, including writers, poets, and satirists such as Samuel Johnson, Alexander Pope, and Jonathan Swift. The second section looks at the beaux, or fashionable men of the time, such as Beau Brummell, who was known for his impeccable style and manners. The third section is devoted to the beauties of the era, including actresses, courtesans, and society ladies such as Georgiana, Duchess of Devonshire.Fyvie’s writing is lively and engaging, and he provides a wealth of detail about the lives and personalities of his subjects. He also includes numerous anecdotes and quotes from the people he writes about, giving readers a sense of their wit and charm. The book is illustrated with portraits and engravings of the people Fyvie writes about, adding to its appeal as a visual as well as a literary work.Overall, Wits, Beaux, and Beauties of the Georgian Era is a fascinating and entertaining read for anyone interested in the history and culture of England in the 18th and early 19th centuries.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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