02591cam a22003253u 4500 53519 UtSlPG 20260610134231.0 m cr n 260607r2016||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 04017206 UtSlPG en iso639-1 DA Walpole, Horace, 1717-1797 Horace Walpole and His World: Select Passages from His Letters Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2016 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2016-11-13 Produced by Beginners Projects and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) "Horace Walpole and His World: Select Passages from His Letters" by Horace Walpole is a collection of correspondence written in the late 19th century, edited by L. B. Seeley. This work offers a curated selection of letters from Walpole, renowned as one of the greatest English letter writers, providing insights into his personal life, ideas, and the social milieu of his time. The letters, filled with anecdotes, critiques, and reflections, serve as a window into 18th-century England, revealing Walpole’s opinions on politics, art, literature, and society. The opening of this volume introduces readers to Horace Walpole's background, including his upbringing as the son of Sir Robert Walpole, his early education, and subsequent travels across Europe. It highlights his transition from a young man in the shadow of his prominent father to a prominent figure in his own right, known for both his political career and literary contributions. Furthermore, it establishes the context for the letters to come, positioning them not just as personal correspondence but as historical artifacts that reflect the complexities of Walpole's character and the vibrant society of his era. The narrative emphasizes Walpole's wit, sense of humor, and penchant for social commentary, inviting readers to explore the rich tapestry of his thoughts and the world around him. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Walpole, Horace, 1717-1797 -- Correspondence Seeley, L. B. (Leonard Benton), 1831-1893 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/53519 94353 94353