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_aThomson, A. T., Mrs., _d1797-1862 |
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| 245 | 1 | 4 | _aThe Wits and Beaux of Society. Volume 1 |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2006 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2006-03-19 | ||
| 508 | _aProduced by Bill Tozier, Barbara Tozier, Patricia A. Benoy and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net | ||
| 520 | _a"The Wits and Beaux of Society, Volume 1" by Grace and Philip Wharton is a collection of biographical sketches focusing on influential male figures in society, written in the late 19th century. This work serves as a companion to their previous publication, which highlighted prominent women, and it explores the lives and personalities of notable courtiers, poets, and wits primarily from the Restoration and the following centuries. The Whartons aim to entertain rather than offer a dry historical account, making these essays accessible and engaging for readers interested in the vibrant personalities of the past. At the start of "The Wits and Beaux of Society," the authors introduce some key figures from the era, beginning with George Villiers, the second Duke of Buckingham. The narrative dives into the context of the Restoration of Charles II, using Samuel Pepys as a lens to view the excitement of the time. Villiers's life unfolds as a tale of adventure, loyalty, and wit, marked by his connections to the royal family and his indomitable spirit. The opening offers insight into Buckingham's character, hinting at his charm and tumultuous relationships, while setting the stage for a deeper exploration of the lives of other notable 'wits' and 'beaux' in 17th-century society. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
| 534 | _nOriginal publication data not identified | ||
| 653 | _aGreat Britain -- Court and courtiers -- History -- 18th century | ||
| 653 | _aGreat Britain -- Social life and customs -- 18th century | ||
| 653 | _aSocialites -- Great Britain -- History -- 18th century | ||
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_aWharton, Philip, _d1834-1860 |
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