A Letter Book by George Saintsbury
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Saintsbury, George, 1845-1933
English
"A Letter Book" by George Saintsbury is a collection of selected letters with an accompanying introduction focused on the history and art of letter-writing, written in the early 20th century. The work explores the significance of letters as a form of literature, documenting various styles and important figures from ancient to modern times. It aims ...
of the book includes a detailed preface where the author discusses the genesis of this collection, acknowledging the wealth of literature surrounding the art of letter-writing that has influenced his selections. Saintsbury emphasizes the importance of genuine expression in letters, outlining the evolution and cultural significance of correspondence throughout history, particularly in shaping social relations and personal communication. Moreover, he references key figures and texts that have contributed to the understanding of epistolary form, setting the stage for the letters that will follow in subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Jennifer Campbell
5 months agoAs someone who reads a lot, the interplay between the protagonists drives the story forward beautifully. A valuable addition to my digital library.
Amanda Young
1 month agoTo be perfectly clear, the pacing is just right, keeping you engaged from start to finish. I'm sending the link to all my friends.
Barbara Green
3 months agoOnce I started reading, the interplay between the protagonists drives the story forward beautifully. I will be reading more from this author.
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Lisa Campbell
4 weeks agoFor a digital edition, it manages to explain difficult concepts in plain English. I learned so much from this.