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.)
Melissa Baker
4 months agoThis is one of those books where the translation seems very fluid and captures the original nuance perfectly. One of the best books I've read this year.
James Miller
4 months agoI almost skipped this one, yet the atmosphere created by the descriptive language is totally immersive. Well worth recommending.
Daniel Green
5 months agoFrom a casual reader’s perspective, the interplay between the protagonists drives the story forward beautifully. I’d rate this higher if I could.
Kenneth Jackson
1 month agoI was pleasantly surprised because the organization of topics is intuitive and reader-friendly. I'm sending the link to all my friends.
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Michelle Jones
2 months agoAfter years of reading similar books, the material feels polished and professionally edited. Truly inspiring.